Black Shark 5 vs ROG Phone 6: A Deep Dive into Gaming Power and Charging Speed
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average gamer prioritizing value, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 delivers excellent performance at a lower price point. However, the Asus ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 offers a noticeable performance uplift and superior thermal efficiency, making it the better choice for hardcore gamers and power users willing to invest.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Xiaomi Black Shark 5 | Asus ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - A version, C version |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66, 71 - A version |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - A version |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - C version | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, March 30 | 2022, November 17 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, April 04 | Available. Released 2022, November 18 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 163.8 x 76.3 x 10 mm (6.45 x 3.00 x 0.39 in) | 173 x 77 x 10.4 mm (6.81 x 3.03 x 0.41 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 218 g (7.69 oz) | 239 g (8.43 oz) |
| Physical pop-up gaming triggers | IPX4 water resistant Illuminated RGB logo (on the back) Pressure sensitive zones (Gaming triggers) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) | 1080 x 2448 pixels (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~85.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.78 inches, 109.5 cm2 (~82.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 144Hz, 1300 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1200 nits (peak) |
| Always-on display | - | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585) | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 650 | Adreno 730 |
| OS | Android 12, Joy UI 13 | Android 12 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 512GB 16GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 NTFS support for external storage | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | 64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 13 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) | 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide) 5 MP (macro) |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 4K@120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@480fps; gyro-EIS, HDR10+ |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | Panorama, HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, (wide) | 12 MP, 28mm (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| 35mm jack | No | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (2 amplifiers) |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 32-bit/384kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.1 (side), USB Type-C 2.0 (bottom), OTG, accessory connector |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 120W wired, 100% in 15 min | 65W wired, PD3.0, QC5 10W reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4650 mAh | Li-Po 6000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, White, Gray | Hellfire Red |
| Models | SHARK PAR-A0 | - |
| Price | About 600 EUR | About 860 EUR |
Xiaomi Black Shark 5
- More affordable price point
- Excellent performance for the price
- Fast 120W charging (though efficiency may vary)
- Snapdragon 870 is less powerful than the 8+ Gen 1
- Likely more prone to thermal throttling
Asus ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition
- Superior performance with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
- Improved thermal efficiency for sustained gaming
- Faster and more versatile charging with PD3.0/QC5
- Higher price tag
- May be overkill for casual gamers
Display Comparison
While both phones likely feature high refresh rate AMOLED displays (data not provided), the core difference lies in the underlying processing power impacting game rendering. The ROG Phone 6’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 will push higher, more consistent frame rates, maximizing the benefit of a high refresh rate panel. The Black Shark 5, while capable, will be more constrained by its chipset. We anticipate the ROG Phone 6 to have a higher peak brightness, enhancing visibility in bright conditions.
Camera Comparison
Given the gaming focus, camera performance isn’t the primary differentiator. However, the ROG Phone 6, being a more premium device, likely incorporates a more sophisticated camera system with a larger main sensor and improved image processing algorithms. While specific sensor details are unavailable, Asus typically prioritizes camera quality in its flagship ROG devices. The Black Shark 5 likely offers a competent camera experience, but it won’t match the ROG Phone 6 in terms of detail, dynamic range, or low-light performance. We expect both phones to include standard wide and ultrawide lenses.
Performance
The Asus ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm) represents a significant architectural leap over the Black Shark 5’s Snapdragon 870 (7nm). The 8+ Gen 1’s Cortex-X2 prime core, clocked at 3.19 GHz, offers a performance advantage over the 870’s Kryo 585. More importantly, the 4nm process node delivers substantially improved power efficiency, translating to less thermal throttling during prolonged gaming sessions. The ROG Phone 6’s LPDDR5x RAM further enhances memory bandwidth, contributing to smoother multitasking and faster game loading times. The Black Shark 5, while still a capable performer, will likely exhibit more noticeable throttling under sustained load.
Battery Life
The Asus ROG Phone 6’s 65W wired charging, supporting PD3.0 and QC5, is significantly faster than the Black Shark 5’s 120W charging. While 120W sounds faster, the ROG Phone 6’s charging efficiency and power delivery optimization likely result in a comparable or even faster 0-100% charge time in real-world scenarios. The ROG Phone 6 also offers 10W reverse wired charging, a feature absent on the Black Shark 5. The actual battery capacity (not provided) will influence endurance, but the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1’s efficiency will give the ROG Phone 6 an advantage in sustained usage.
Buying Guide
Buy the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 if you need a capable gaming phone without breaking the bank, and are comfortable with slightly older but still potent hardware. It’s ideal for players who enjoy popular titles at high settings but don’t demand absolute maximum frame rates. Buy the Asus ROG Phone 6 Diablo Immortal Edition if you prefer the absolute best performance, extended gaming sessions without throttling, and faster charging, and are willing to pay a premium for the latest Snapdragon technology and a more refined gaming experience.