Xiaomi 12 vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 (2022) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 leads — 45/100 vs 5/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra doesn't.
Xiaomi 12
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Higher performance (19/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (58/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 5/100
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra, the Xiaomi 12 scores 40 points higher (45/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (19/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (19/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 1322176 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1675 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4453 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 67W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 113 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | — | |
| OS | Android 12 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 180 g | — | |
| Price | $750 | — |
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Main: —
- Front: —
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (19/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (52/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (45/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (75/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 40 points (45/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 leads on performance (19/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.