Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads — 45/100 vs 34/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.9mm).
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Lighter: 209g vs 220g
- Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (38/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE scores 11 points higher (45/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (63/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (49/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (38/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1436963 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1675 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4453 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $599 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (20/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (63/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (49/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (38/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on performance (20/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.