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.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
ZTE Blade V50
- Overall rating 5/100
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
ZTE Blade V50
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
ZTE Blade V50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade V50
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.