Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads — 19/100 vs 5/100 (a 14-point difference).
Samsung Galaxy A04
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 5/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Samsung Galaxy A04 scores 14 points higher (19/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (36/100 vs 0/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A04 | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | — | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS LCD | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | — | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | — | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | — | |
| Price | $135 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (36/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.