Vivo S50 Pro mini vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 71/100 vs 5/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Vivo S50 Pro mini
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (62/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 5/100
Comparing the Vivo S50 Pro mini vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 66 points higher (71/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (73/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (73/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (76/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Vivo S50 Pro mini | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3068952 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2903 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9602 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | — | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 191 g | — | |
| Price | $485 | — |
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (68/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (62/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (73/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (76/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Vivo S50 Pro mini or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 66 points (71/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S50 Pro mini or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on camera score (62/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S50 Pro mini or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S50 Pro mini over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.