Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 5/100 (a 79-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 79 points higher (84/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (50/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3998145 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 2160 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 159 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | — | |
| OS | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 219 g | — | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (87/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (82/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (50/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 79 points (84/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.