Vivo V23 5G vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Vivo V23 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, 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 28/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4200); the Vivo V23 5G is noticeably lighter (179g vs 220g).
Vivo V23 5G
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Lighter: 179g vs 220g
- Better camera (50/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 25/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Vivo V23 5G vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS scores 6 points higher (34/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V23 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (49/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (76/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Vivo V23 5G | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 157.2×72.4×7.0 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 220 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Vivo V23 5G
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V23 5G
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo V23 5G
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- 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, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo V23 5G is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS notably outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (49/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (76/100 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 V23 5G or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS edges out the Vivo V23 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo V23 5G and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo V23 5G has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo V23 5G leads on camera score (50/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V23 5G over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo V23 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.