Xiaomi 12T Pro vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
The Xiaomi 12T 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 Xiaomi 12T Pro leads — 51/100 vs 34/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 12T Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi 12T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 220g).
Xiaomi 12T Pro
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 220g
- Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 49/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 25/100)
- Better value for money (68/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 34/100
Comparing the Xiaomi 12T Pro vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Xiaomi 12T Pro scores 17 points higher (51/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro leads (64/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro leads (61/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro leads (68/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (64/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (43/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 12T Pro | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1484323 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 120W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 220 g | |
| Price | $600 | — |
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (22/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (64/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (43/100 vs 25/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12T Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12T Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12T Pro or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12T Pro over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.