Xiaomi 12 Lite NE vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. Both devices score the same overall rating of 34/100. Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE is noticeably lighter (171g vs 220g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 34/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 42
Battery 35
Design 86
Value for money 55
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 49
Design 25
Value for money 55
What makes Xiaomi 12 Lite NE better?
  • Lighter: 171g vs 220g

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 42/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict

The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS received the same MobileRank rating — 34/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (86/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Xiaomi 12 Lite NE: The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE 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 Xiaomi 12 Lite NE Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G
AnTuTu 840330
Geekbench Single 1039
Geekbench Multi 2885
Display 6.5" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 67W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 20 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 5 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 12, MIUI 13 Android 12, Joy UI 12.8
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm
Weight 171 g 220 g
Price
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 20MP
  • Front: 32MP
42
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • 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
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (86/100 vs 25/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

Both devices scored 34/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE.

What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.

Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.