Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads — 34/100 vs 19/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A04 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 220g).
Samsung Galaxy A04
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 220g
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS scores 15 points higher (34/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (43/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (43/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (60/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A04 | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $135 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- 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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (43/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (60/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (43/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.