Xiaomi Black Shark 5 The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,650 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2022).
2022 · Mid-range · Android 12 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.67" · 163.8 x 76.3 x 10 mm (6.45 x 3.00 x 0.39 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm)
RAM 12GB | 8GB
Storage 128GB | 256GB
Main Camera 64 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Solid 4,650 mAh battery for all-day use
✓ Smooth Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓ 12GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓ 64 MP main camera for sharp photos
✓ 6.67" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
⊗ Cons
✗ No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585)
RAM
12GB | 8GB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
395 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
AMOLED, 144Hz, 1300 nits (peak)
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
64 MP
Good detail in daylight conditions
Multi-Camera Setup
64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 13 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro)
Main Video
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,650 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Charging
120W wired, 100% in 15 min
📱 Design & Build
Weight
218g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
163.8 x 76.3 x 10 mm (6.45 x 3.00 x 0.39 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 support 5G?› Yes, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 supports 5G connectivity.
Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 have NFC?› Yes, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 support wireless charging?› No, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 support fast charging?› Yes, up to 120W (120W wired, 100% in 15 min).
Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 have expandable storage?› No, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 does not support a memory card.
Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 support dual SIM?› The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 have a headphone jack?› No, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 have stereo speakers?› Yes, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 ship with?› The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 ships with Android 12, Joy UI 13.
What type of USB port does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 use?› The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 uses USB Type-C 2.0.
Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 has 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive.
