Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS vs Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G, while the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads — 74/100 vs 59/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 has the bigger battery (5165 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,135,878); the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
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 display (89/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5165 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 220g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (57/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS vs the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 scores 15 points higher (74/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads (57/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (64/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS | Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1224x2912 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5165 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm | 166.9×73.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | $830 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2912
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 5165 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 63.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (64/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads on camera score (57/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS over the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.