Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 59/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 1,135,878); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 220g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Performance 93
Display 80
Camera 35
Battery 37
Portability 80
Value for money 42

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

Performance 64
Display 89
Camera 46
Battery 54
Portability 32
Value for money —

What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1135878
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1500
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 3537
  • Lighter: 180g vs 220g

  • Higher performance (93/100 vs 64/100)
  • Better portability (80/100 vs 32/100)

What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?

  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (46/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 7 points higher (66/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (46/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (93/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (80/100 vs 32/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS: The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Processor Exynos 2600 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G
AnTuTu 3113347 1135878
Geekbench Single 3235 1500
Geekbench Multi 10904 3537
Display 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2520 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 25W 120W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 5 MP
Front camera 10 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12, Joy UI 12.8
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 —
Dimensions — 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm
Weight 180 g 220 g
Launch price $1099 —

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
35
camera

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

  • Main: 64MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
46
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
37
battery

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
66/100
3113347 AnTuTu
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G
59/100 -174.1%
1135878 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 174.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

$1099

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (93/100 vs 64/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (54/100 vs 37/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (80/100 vs 32/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 59/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (46/100 vs 35/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 64/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for active users.