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Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB) vs Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy S5 vs Xiaomi Black Shark phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Xiaomi Black Shark X Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB) 19Points
5.1"
AMOLED

1080x1920

16
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2800
mAh

(Removable)

vs
18Points Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB) Compare Samsung Galaxy S5 X
5.99"
IPS

1080x2160

12
MP

20mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)} 19 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB) vs Black Shark (128GB)} 18 Advantages Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+145 grams (5.08 ounces)31%
Lighter
vs190 grams (6.65 ounces)
+8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)14%
Thinner
vs9.25 millimeters (0.36 inches)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT IPS LCD
+432 PPI7%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs403 PPI
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+1/2.6" inches12%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/2.9" inches
+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Heart rateAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+HumidityAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+TemperatureAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+MicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector
+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
+IP67 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
2.5GHz 32bit Quad-corevs+2.8GHz 64bit Octa-core52%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
2GB LPDDR3vs+8GB LPDDR4X3 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
32GB (24GB available)vs+128GB (110GB available)4 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Plastic body, glass frontvs+Aluminum body, glass frontAdvantage
More resistant material
1080x1920 pixelsvs+1080x2160 pixels13%
Higher resolution screen
5.1"vs+5.99"17%
Larger screen
(back) 16MPvs+(dual camera) 12MP + 20MP102%
Higher resolution main camera
LED flashvs+Dual-LED on main camera and LED on front cameraAdvantage
The Dual-LED on main camera and LED on front camera helps in dark places or in low light
Only digital zoomvs+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
HDR photo/video only main cameravs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/2.2 (aperture)vs+f/1.8 (aperture)22%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 2.1MPvs+(front) 20MP9 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
Android 6.0.1 Marshmallowvs+Android 8.0 OreoAdvantage
Android 8.0 Oreo is newer and safer
(4G LTE) 150 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps3 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
2800 mAhvs+4000 mAh43%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
4.0 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
MicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-Govs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.

21 Common items in both devices
16 million
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
4K UHD (3840x2160)
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
4G LTE / 4G LTE-A
Capacitive
+14 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
ModelGalaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Black Shark (128GB)
Other model namesGalaxy S5 G900F (4G LTE), Samsung PacificXiaomi Black Shark SKR-A0 Gamer 8GB RAM
Country or region available(Europe)
(Europe)
ChinaHong KongTaiwan
China, Hong Kong, Taiwan
BrandSamsungXiaomi
Release date4/11/20144/13/2018
Depth8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)9.25 millimeters (0.36 inches)
Size (width x height)72.5 x 142 millimeters (2.85 x 5.59 in)75.4 x 161.62 millimeters (2.97 x 6.36 in)
Weight145 grams (5.08 ounces)190 grams (6.65 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontAluminum body, glass front
Protection against water and othersIP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30minNot supported

📲 Display

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
Display typeSuper AMOLEDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size5.1" inches5.99" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~69.6% (screen-to-body ratio)~76% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x1920 pixels1080x2160 pixels (18:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)432 PPI403 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 3Not supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registered550nits[typ]

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
System versionAndroid 4.4.2 KitKatAndroid 8.0 Oreo
Firmware updateAndroid 6.0.1 Marshmallowfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974-AC (28nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 MSM8998 (10nm)
CPUQuad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.5GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
4x 2.8GHz Kryo 385 Gold (Quad-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 385 Silver (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 330 578MhzQualcomm Adreno 630 710Mhz
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
RAM memory2GB LPDDR38GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage32GB (24GB available)
eMMC 5.0
128GB (110GB available)
External storageUntil 128GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload150/50 Mbps600/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1900/2100CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20)LTE Cat12 (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTEGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE

📷 Camera

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
Back camera (main camera)16 megapixels(dual camera)
12 megapixels
20MP telephoto f/1.81.0µmAF2x-optical-zoom
Main camera resolution5312x2988 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashLED flashDual-LED on main camera and LED on front camera
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length31mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2.6" inches1/2.9" inches
Pixel size1.12µm pixel1.25µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomDigital and optical zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video only main cameraHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
Front camera (secondary)2.1 megapixels20 megapixels
Front camera resolution1920x1080 pixels5952x3348 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedLED
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length22mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/2.8" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
USBMicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
TV outputMicro-B USB MHL-2Not supported
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)
Gesture
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Heart rate
Humidity
Proximity sensor
Temperature
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity2800 mAh4000 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging18W (9V/2A) Wired fast charging
Quick Charge 3
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy21 hoursfeature not registered
Standby960 hours (40 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White, Blue, Gold
• Dual Shot camera (video + photo)
• Download Booster (LTE + WiFi)
• Colors: Black, Gray
• 97% DCI-P3 coverage
• Gaming Controller Dock

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy S5 (SM-G900F 32GB)Xiaomi Black Shark (128GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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