Xiaomi Black Shark 5 vs ZTE Axon 41 5G
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G, while the ZTE Axon 41 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 leads — 59/100 vs 56/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 41 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650); the ZTE Axon 41 5G is noticeably lighter (203g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
ZTE Axon 41 5G
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 41 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Lighter: 203g vs 218g
- Better camera (51/100 vs 45/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 vs the ZTE Axon 41 5G, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 scores 3 points higher (59/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 | ZTE Axon 41 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 1010069 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Joy UI 13 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.3×10.0 mm | 163.9×76.2×9.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi Black Shark 5 and ZTE Axon 41 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (89/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 edges out the ZTE Axon 41 5G by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 and the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the ZTE Axon 41 5G — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The ZTE Axon 41 5G leads on camera score (51/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 over the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.