Poco X8 Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 59/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 1,119,714); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 220g).
Poco X8 Pro
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 1119714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1488
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 3373
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 220g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 32/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Poco X8 Pro scores 5 points higher (64/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (57/100 vs 32/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 1119714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 3373 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 77.0% in our overall performance rating.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (57/100 vs 32/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco X8 Pro edges out the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for active users.