Vivo S16 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5

The Vivo S16 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. Both devices score the same overall rating of 59/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 has the bigger battery (4650 mAh vs 4600); the Vivo S16 is noticeably lighter (182g vs 218g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 59/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S16
Performance 61
Display 79
Camera 51
Battery 44
Portability 76
Value for money
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
Performance 61
Display 89
Camera 45
Battery 57
Portability 32
Value for money
What makes Vivo S16 better?
  • Lighter: 182g vs 218g

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better portability (76/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 66W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Longer battery life (57/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

The Vivo S16 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 received the same MobileRank rating — 59/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 leads (57/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S16 is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (76/100 vs 32/100).

Vivo S16: The Vivo S16 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5: The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo S16 Xiaomi Black Shark 5
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
AnTuTu 1010069 1010069
Geekbench Single 1298 1298
Geekbench Multi 3520 3520
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4600 mAh 4650 mAh
Charging 66W 120W
Main camera 64 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 13 MP
Front camera 50 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, Origin OS 3 Android 12, Joy UI 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm 163.8×76.3×10.0 mm
Weight 182 g 218 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo S16
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
51
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 16MP
45
camera
Display comparison
Vivo S16
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Vivo S16
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
  • 4650 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
57
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Vivo S16 and Xiaomi Black Shark 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo S16 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
59/100
1010069 AnTuTu
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
59/100
1010069 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo S16 is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (76/100 vs 32/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S16 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?

Both devices scored 59/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi Black Shark 5.

What is the rating of the Vivo S16 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?

The Vivo S16 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 — 59/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo S16 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?

The Vivo S16 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 45/100).

Should you choose the Vivo S16 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5?

The Vivo S16 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a better fit for active users.