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Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB) vs Nokia Lumia 525

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Black Shark 3 vs Nokia Lumia 525 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Nokia Lumia 525 X Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB) 27Points
6.67"
AMOLED

1080x2400

64
MP

20mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4720
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
4"
IPS

480x800

5
MP
1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1430
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (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 3 (256GB/12GB)} 27 Advantages Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB) vs Lumia 525} 7 Advantages Nokia Lumia 525
+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)3 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1GHz 32bit Dual-core
+12GB LPDDR511 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs1GB
+256GB (230GB available)28 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs8GB
+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT IPS LCD
+1080x2400 pixels6 times
Higher resolution screen
vs480x800 pixels
+395 PPI70%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs233 PPI
+6.67"67%
Larger screen
vs4"
+(triple camera) 64MP + 13MP + 5MP15 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 5MP
+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsNot supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+1/1.72" inches133%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/4" inches
+f/1.8 (aperture)33%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.4 (aperture)
+(front) 20MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
vsNot supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsHD (1280x720)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)4 times
More apps available to download and use
vs700000 apps (Marketplace)
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
vs3G+ HSPA+
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps94 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+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
+4720 mAh2 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1430 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
vsNot supported
+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/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.0 + 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 64GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
222 grams (7.77 ounces)vs+124 grams (4.34 ounces)79%
Lighter
10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)vs+9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)5%
Thinner
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supportedvs+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supportedvs+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

15 Common items in both devices
16 million
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
+8 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
 
ModelBlack Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Lumia 525
Other model names小米 BlackShark 3 5G (256GB + 12GB RAM), KLE-H0, KLE-A0Nokia Lumia 525 RM-998, Nokia Glee
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
feature not registered
BrandXiaomiNokia
Release date3/3/20201/1/2014
Depth10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
Size (width x height)77.33 x 168.72 millimeters (3.04 x 6.64 in)64 x 119.9 millimeters (2.52 x 4.72 in)
Weight222 grams (7.77 ounces)124 grams (4.34 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum body, glass frontfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
Display typeAMOLEDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size6.67" inches4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~82.3% (screen-to-body ratio)~59.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2400 pixels (20:9)480x800 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)395 PPI233 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedScratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate90Hzfeature not registered
Display features500nits[typ]
HDR10+
feature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
System versionAndroid 10Windows Phone 8.0 GDR3
Firmware updatefeature not registeredfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 (SM8250) (7nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 MSM8227
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 585 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 585 (Quad-core)
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1GHz Krait (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 650 (250-587MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 305
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
RAM memory12GB LPDDR51GB
Internal storage256GB (230GB available)
UFS 3.0
8GB
External storageNot supportedUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
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) and standard SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload2000/1024 Mbps21/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 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 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat20
VoLTE
Global version (KLE-H0):
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
China version (KLE-A0):
LTE (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
Not supported
Primary 5G networkGlobal version (KLE-H0):
SA/NSA (78)
China version (KLE-A0):
SA/NSA (41, 78, 79)
Not 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-A, SA/NSAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGENot supported

📷 Camera

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
64 megapixels
13MP ultrawide f/2.3120°
5MP depth f/2.2
5 megapixels
Main camera resolution10120x6328 pixels2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fpsHD (1280x720) 30 fps
FlashLED flashNot supported
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/1.72" inches1/4" inches
Pixel size0.8Âľm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationfeature not registered
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
Front camera (secondary)20 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution5184x3840 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/3" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.9Âľm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+

🔌 Connectivity

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedfeature not registered

🧭 Sensors

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5J
Battery capacity4720 mAh1430 mAh
Charger, watts65W Wired fast charging
Quick Charge 4
Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered10.7 hours
Standbyfeature not registered336 hours (14 days)

➕ Other features

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
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 callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Lightning Black, Armor Gray, Star Silver
• Always-on display
• Stereo speakers
• Liquid Cooling System
• Physical pop-up gaming triggers
• Colors: Black, White, Yellow, Red
• Windows Phone Black UI
• Nokia ClearBlack display
• WiFi hotspot
• 7GB on SkyDrive

☢️ Radiation rate

Xiaomi Black Shark 3 (256GB/12GB)Nokia Lumia 525
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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