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Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB) vs Motorola RAZR i XT890

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Black Shark 2 vs Motorola RAZR i XT890 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Motorola RAZR i XT890 X Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB) 24Points
6.39"
AMOLED

1080x2340

48
MP

20mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
4.3"
AMOLED

540x960

8
MP

0.3mp

1GB
RAM

Single-core

2000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)

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!

Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)} 24 Advantages Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB) vs RAZR i XT890} 10 Advantages Motorola RAZR i XT890
+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)159%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2GHz 32bit Single-core
+12GB LPDDR4X11 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs1GB LPDDR2
+256GB (242GB available)47 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs8GB (5GB available)
+1080x2340 pixels4 times
Higher resolution screen
vs540x960 pixels
+403 PPI57%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs256 PPI
+6.39"49%
Larger screen
vs4.3"
+(dual camera) 48MP + 12MP7 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 8MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo only main camera
+f/1.8 (aperture)44%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.6 (aperture)
+(front) 20MP64 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 0.3MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsFull HD (1920x1080)
+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)6 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) VGA (640x480)
+Android 9.0 PieAdvantage
Android 9.0 Pie is newer and safer
vsAndroid 4.4.2 KitKat
+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
vs3G+ HSPA+
+(4G LTE-A) 1200 Mbps56 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4000 mAh100%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs2000 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vs802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs2.1 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
Not supportedvs+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
205 grams (7.18 ounces)vs+126 grams (4.41 ounces)63%
Lighter
8.77 millimeters (0.35 inches)vs+8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)6%
Thinner
AMOLEDvs+Super AMOLED AdvancedAdvantage
Super AMOLED Advanced display is brighter and more vivid
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supportedvs+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+Water splash resistant (don't immerse)Advantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

17 Common items in both devices
16 million
LED flash
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
+10 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
 
ModelBlack Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)RAZR i XT890
Other model namesXiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB + 12GB RAM), SKW-H0, SKW-A0Motorola RAZR i XT890, Motorola RAZRi XT890
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
feature not registered
BrandXiaomiMotorola
Release date3/1/201910/2/2012
Depth8.77 millimeters (0.35 inches)8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)75.01 x 163.61 millimeters (2.95 x 6.44 in)60.9 x 122.5 millimeters (2.4 x 4.82 in)
Weight205 grams (7.18 ounces)126 grams (4.41 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum body, glass frontfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedWater splash resistant (don't immerse)

📲 Display

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
Display typeAMOLEDSuper AMOLED Advanced
Screen size6.39" inches4.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~81.7% (screen-to-body ratio)~68.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)540x960 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)403 PPI256 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass
Refresh rate60Hzfeature not registered
Display featuresHDR8feature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
System versionAndroid 9.0 PieAndroid 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 4.4.2 KitKat
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 (SM8150) (7nm)32bit: Intel Atom Z2760
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 485 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 (Triple-core)
4x 1.78GHz Kryo 485 (Quad-core)
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 2GHz Saltwell (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 640 (585MHz)PowerVR SGX540
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
RAM memory12GB LPDDR4X1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage256GB (242GB available)
UFS 2.1
8GB (5GB available)
External storageNot supportedUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardNot supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload1200/150 Mbps21/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (Bands 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20)
TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+Not supported

📷 Camera

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
Back camera (main camera)(dual camera)
48 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.21.0µm54mmPDAF2x-optical-zoom
8 megapixels
Main camera resolution8000x6000 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/2.6 (aperture)
Focal length28mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.8µm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationfeature not registered
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
Front camera (secondary)20 megapixels0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution5184x3840 pixels640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)VGA (640x480)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/3" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.9µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, WMV, H.263, H.264
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, AAC+

🔌 Connectivity

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE2.1 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity4000 mAh2000 mAh
Charger, watts27W Wired fast chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered10 hours
Standbyfeature not registered288 hours (12 days)

➕ Other features

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), 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, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, Silver, Blue
• Liquid Cooling 3.0+
• DCI-P3 109%
• Always-on display
• 240Hz touch-sensing
• Colors: Black, White
• Splash-resistant DuPont KEVLAR housing
• Camera takes 10 photos per second
• Motorola SmartActions
• Docking connector
• WiFi hotspot
• HAC (M4/T4)
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (256GB/12GB)Motorola RAZR i XT890
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered1.39W/kg (head), 0.39W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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