Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads — 34/100 vs 7/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP.

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 27 points (34/100 vs 7/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 49
Design 25
Value for money 55
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4120 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
  • Lighter: 207g vs 220g

  • Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS scores 27 points higher (34/100 vs 7/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (49/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (49/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (41/100 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.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" OLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging 120W
Main camera 64 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 5 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB 64GB
OS Android 12, Joy UI 12.8 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm
Weight 220 g 207 g
Price
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (43/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (49/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (41/100 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 ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 27 points (34/100 vs 7/100).

What is the rating of the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (43/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.