Xiaomi 17 Ultra vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 5/100 (a 77-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Ultra vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 77 points higher (82/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (93/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (50/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3593401 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 166 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | — | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 226 g | — | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (87/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (93/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (72/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (50/100 vs 17/100).
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 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 77 points (82/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Ultra over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.