Vivo S20 Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Vivo S20 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S20 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 34/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S20 Pro has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo S20 Pro is noticeably lighter (194g vs 220g).
Vivo S20 Pro
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 194g vs 220g
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 49/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 25/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 34/100
Comparing the Vivo S20 Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Vivo S20 Pro scores 29 points higher (63/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S20 Pro leads (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S20 Pro leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S20 Pro leads (60/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S20 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (57/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Vivo S20 Pro | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2351914 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2250 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7315 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×75.0×7.5 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 220 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Vivo S20 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S20 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo S20 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (46/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S20 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (57/100 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 S20 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 29 points (63/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S20 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo S20 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo S20 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo S20 Pro leads on performance (46/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S20 Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo S20 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.