Vivo S16e vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Vivo S16e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads — 34/100 vs 30/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S16e has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo S16e is noticeably lighter (187g vs 220g).
Vivo S16e
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 187g vs 220g
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 25/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (43/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Vivo S16e vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS scores 4 points higher (34/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Vivo S16e (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S16e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (66/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Vivo S16e | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11, Origin OS Ocean | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×75.8×7.7 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 220 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Vivo S16e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S16e
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo S16e
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Vivo S16e (43/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo S16e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (66/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Vivo S16e or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS edges out the Vivo S16e by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo S16e and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo S16e has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S16e or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (43/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S16e over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo S16e is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.