Vivo X80 Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

The Vivo X80 Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X80 Pro leads — 43/100 vs 34/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X80 Pro has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.

The Vivo X80 Pro edges out the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X80 Pro
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 56
Battery 44
Design 31
Value for money 48
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 49
Design 25
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo X80 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4500 mAh
  • Lighter: 215g vs 220g

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (56/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo X80 Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Vivo X80 Pro scores 9 points higher (43/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X80 Pro leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X80 Pro leads (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X80 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X80 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 44/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X80 Pro is a bit better (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).

Vivo X80 Pro: The Vivo X80 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS: The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo X80 Pro Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G
AnTuTu 1290942
Geekbench Single 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453
Display 6.8" LTPO3 AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3200 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 80W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 5 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 12, Origin OS Ocean Android 12, Joy UI 12.8
Brightness (peak) 1500 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.6×75.3×9.1 mm 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm
Weight 215 g 220 g
Price $900
Camera comparison
Vivo X80 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
56
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Vivo X80 Pro
  • 6.8" LTPO3 AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo X80 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo X80 Pro
$900
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X80 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (18/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X80 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 44/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X80 Pro is a bit better (31/100 vs 25/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X80 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Vivo X80 Pro edges out the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo X80 Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Vivo X80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo X80 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Vivo X80 Pro leads on camera score (56/100 vs 43/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo X80 Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Vivo X80 Pro leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo X80 Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Vivo X80 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.