Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 61/100 vs 34/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is thinner (4.2mm vs 9.9mm).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 220g
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 25/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 27 points higher (61/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (76/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (76/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (49/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3065623 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2910 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9174 | — | |
| Display | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2184x1968 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 145 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $1999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 4400 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 Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (67/100 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 Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (76/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (49/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (31/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 27 points (61/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.