Sony Xperia 5 V vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Comparing the Sony Xperia 5 V (2023) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads — 47/100 vs 5/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 V has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra doesn't.
Sony Xperia 5 V
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (72/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Sony Xperia 5 V vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra, the Sony Xperia 5 V scores 42 points higher (47/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V leads (39/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (39/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (72/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Sony Xperia 5 V | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 1519456 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 30W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 118 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | — | |
| OS | Android 13 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.0×68.0×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 182 g | — | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Sony Xperia 5 V
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Main: —
- Front: —
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Sony Xperia 5 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (26/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (56/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (39/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 V notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (72/100 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 41/100).
Which is better: the Sony Xperia 5 V or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Sony Xperia 5 V significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 42 points (47/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia 5 V and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Sony Xperia 5 V has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia 5 V or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Sony Xperia 5 V leads on camera score (56/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia 5 V or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Sony Xperia 5 V leads on performance (26/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia 5 V over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Sony Xperia 5 V is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.