Xiaomi 13 Lite vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Xiaomi 13 Lite (2023) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 13 Lite leads — 35/100 vs 5/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 13 Lite has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Xiaomi 13 Lite
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 5/100
Comparing the Xiaomi 13 Lite vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Xiaomi 13 Lite scores 30 points higher (35/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (82/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 13 Lite | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 840330 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1039 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2885 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 67W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | — | |
| OS | Android 12 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 171 g | — | |
| Price | $400 | — |
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 13 Lite
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (35/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (86/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (82/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 13 Lite or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 30 points (35/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 13 Lite and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 13 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 13 Lite or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 13 Lite leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 13 Lite over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 13 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.