Sony Xperia 1 VI vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Comparing the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads — 47/100 vs 5/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VI has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra doesn't.
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Higher performance (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (34/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Sony Xperia 1 VI vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra, the Sony Xperia 1 VI scores 42 points higher (47/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (34/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (34/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Sony Xperia 1 VI | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 2096581 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2205 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7192 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO OLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 30W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | — | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | — | |
| Price | $964 | — |
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Main: —
- Front: —
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (42/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (34/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (41/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 42 points (47/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia 1 VI and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on camera score (34/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (42/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia 1 VI over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.