Realme GT 8 Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 34/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Realme GT 8 Pro
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 207g vs 220g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 49/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 34/100
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 45 points higher (79/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (68/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (41/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $599 | — |
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (68/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (68/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (41/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 45 points (79/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (68/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.