Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB) vs Samsung Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)

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Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Black Shark 3S vs Samsung Galaxy S5 Plus phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

5/3/2021 11:34 AM, updated: 11/22/2021 6:09 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy S5 Plus X Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB) 21Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.67"
AMOLED

1080x2400

64
MP

20mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4729
mAh

(Non removable)

15Points Samsung Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB) Compare Xiaomi Black Shark 3S X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.1"
AMOLED

1080x1920

16
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2800
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)

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!

21 Advantages Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	vs	15 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)55% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	2.5GHz 32bit Quad-core
+12GB LPDDR55 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	2GB LPDDR3
+256GB (230GB available)22 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (10GB available)
+UFS 3.1Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	eMMC 5.0
+Aluminum body, glass frontAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Plastic body, glass front
+1080x2400 pixels25% Higher resolution screen	vs	1080x1920 pixels
+6.67"31% Larger screen	vs	5.1"
+(triple camera) 64MP + 13MP + 5MP4 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 16MP
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	HDR photo/video only main camera
+1/1.72" inches51% The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.	vs	1/2.6" inches
+f/1.8 (aperture)22% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.	vs	f/2.2 (aperture)
+(front) 20MP9 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 2.1MP
+Android 11Advantage Android 11 is newer and safer	vs	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster	vs	4G LTE-A
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps6 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+4729 mAh69% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	2800 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 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	vs	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	4.0 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Not supported	vs	+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
222 grams (7.77 ounces)	vs	+145 grams (5.08 ounces)53% Lighter
10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)	vs	+8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)28% Thinner
AMOLED	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
395 PPI	vs	+432 PPI9% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
Not supported	vs	+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+HumidityAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+TemperatureAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	vs	+MicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supported	vs	+IP67 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

23 Common items in both devices

16 million

LED flash

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus

EIS: Digital stabilization

BSI sensor

4K UHD (3840x2160)

+16 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
Other model names	小米 Black Shark 3S 5G (256GB + 12GB RAM)	Samsung Galaxy S5 Plus LTE-A, Samsung SM-G901F
Country or region available	(Global, International)	(Europe), Singapore
Brand	Xiaomi	Samsung
Release date	8/4/2020, Announced: 7/31/2020	11/1/2014
Depth	10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)	8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)	77.33 x 168.72 millimeters (3.04 x 6.64 in)	72.5 x 142 millimeters (2.85 x 5.59 in)
Weight	222 grams (7.77 ounces)	145 grams (5.08 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min
📲 Display
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
Display type	AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Screen size	6.67" inches	5.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~82.3% (screen-to-body ratio)	~69.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2400 pixels (20:9)	1080x1920 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	395 PPI	432 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	120Hz	feature not registered
Display features	500nits[typ] HDR10+ Always-On Display	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
System version	Android 10	Android 4.4.2 KitKat
Firmware update	Android 11	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
User Interface	JOYUI 12	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 (SM8250) (7nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 APQ8084 (28nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 2.84GHz Kryo 585 (Single-core) 3x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 (Triple-core) 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 585 (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 2.5GHz Krait 450 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 650 (250-587MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 420
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 618083 (v8)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
RAM memory	12GB LPDDR5	2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	256GB (230GB available) UFS 3.1	16GB (10GB available) eMMC 5.0
External storage	Not supported	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	2000/1024 Mbps	300/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat20 (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE	LTE Cat6 (Bands 1,2,3,5,7,8,20)
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA (41, 78, 79)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, 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/NSA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat20 (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	(triple camera) 64 megapixels 13MP ultrawide f/2.3120° 5MP depth f/2.2	16 megapixels
Main camera resolution	10120x6328 pixels	5312x2988 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	26mm (lens)	31mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/1.72" inches	1/2.6" inches
Pixel size	0.8µm pixel	1.12µm pixel
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	HDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extras	1080p@240fps 720p@1920fps	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	20 megapixels	2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution	5184x3840 pixels	1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	22mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/3" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.9µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 3.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Micro-B USB MHL-2
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Supported
🧭 Sensors
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted) Gesture Gyroscope Humidity Proximity sensor Temperature
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	4729 mAh	2800 mAh
Charger, watts	65W Wired fast charging Quick Charge 4	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Magnetic charging (dock)	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	20 hours
Standby	feature not registered	916.7 hours (38.2 days)
➕ Other features
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Sky Cloud Black, Crystal Blue • Liquid Cooling System • Physical pop-up gaming triggers	• Colors: Black, White, Blue, Gold • USB On-The-Go 1.3 • Dual Shot camera (video + photo) • Download Booster (LTE + WiFi) • IP67 certified: dust and water resistant up to 1m and 30min • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Xiaomi Black Shark 3S (256GB)	Galaxy S5 Plus (SM-G901F 16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.09W/kg (head), 1.29W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.611W/kg (head), 0.376W/kg (body)