Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 vs ZTE Blade V50

Comparing the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) and the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade V50 leads — 32/100 vs 5/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.

The ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 27 points (32/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
ZTE Blade V50
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 35
Design 77
Value for money 86
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 better?

  • Overall rating 5/100
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (35/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 vs the ZTE Blade V50, the ZTE Blade V50 scores 27 points higher (32/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Xiaomi Black Shark GS3: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Blade V50: The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 ZTE Blade V50
Processor
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 1.4" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 466x466 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh
Charging 33W
Main camera 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP
RAM 6GB
Storage 256GB
OS Android 13
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 178 g
Price $351
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
ZTE Blade V50
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
ZTE Blade V50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
ZTE Blade V50
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknown
ZTE Blade V50
$351
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (27/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (35/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (77/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 or the ZTE Blade V50?

The ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 27 points (32/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 and the ZTE Blade V50?

The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 or the ZTE Blade V50?

The ZTE Blade V50 leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 over the ZTE Blade V50?

The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.