Xiaomi 12 vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro
The Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 leads — 64/100 vs 62/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro has the bigger battery (4650 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Xiaomi 12 is faster in AnTuTu (1,322,176 vs 1,294,871); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1322176 vs 1294871
- Lighter: 180g vs 220g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 4650 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro, the Xiaomi 12 scores 2 points higher (64/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100. In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro (69/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1322176 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4650 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 113 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 12, Joy UI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | 163.9×76.5×9.5 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $750 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 12 leads Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro by 2.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro (69/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 edges out the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro — 62/100.
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro is a better fit for active users.