Vivo X Fold6 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 59/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 1,135,878); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 9.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Fold6 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 29 points higher (88/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (100/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 3455738 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3537 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold6 and Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 204.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (87/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (82/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (100/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 29 points (88/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for active users.