Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS vs Xiaomi Civi 2

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G, while the Xiaomi Civi 2 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 34/100. Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi Civi 2 is noticeably lighter (171g vs 220g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 34/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 49
Design 25
Value for money 55
Xiaomi Civi 2
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 42
Battery 35
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 42/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 2 better?
  • Lighter: 171g vs 220g

  • Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the Xiaomi Civi 2 received the same MobileRank rating — 34/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Civi 2 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the Xiaomi Civi 2 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 2 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (86/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS: The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Civi 2: The Xiaomi Civi 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS Xiaomi Civi 2
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
AnTuTu 840330
Geekbench Single 1039
Geekbench Multi 2885
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.5" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 120W 67W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 20 MP
Telephoto 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm
Weight 220 g 171 g
Price
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Xiaomi Civi 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 20MP
  • Front: 32MP
42
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Civi 2
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Xiaomi Civi 2
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Civi 2 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the Xiaomi Civi 2 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (49/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 2 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (86/100 vs 25/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS or the Xiaomi Civi 2?

Both devices scored 34/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi Civi 2.

What is the rating of the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the Xiaomi Civi 2?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi Civi 2 — 34/100.

Should you choose the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS over the Xiaomi Civi 2?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Civi 2 is a better fit for everyday use.