Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS in Kenya

The Black Shark 5 RS price in Kenya is around KSh 85,500. Announced on March 30th, 2022, the Xiaomi Black Shark RS was later released in April 2022. It features a 6.67 AMOLED display, 163.7 x 76.2 x 9.9 mm in size, and weighs 220g. The screen resolution is 1080 x 2400 pixels. The device supports up to 5G networks. Running on  Android 12, Joy UI 12.8, Xiaomi Black Shark RS uses an Octa-core, Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G (5 nm) processor and occupies 256GB 8GB RAM /256GB 12GB RAM storage. The main camera on the handset is a triple camera consisting of 64MP+8MP+2MP. The selfie camera is a 20MP (wide) camera. A 4,500mAh non-removable battery powers the entire handset, supported by a 120W fast charger. The device costs Kes 85,500 at Phoneplace Kenya.

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS Price, Key Features, and Specifications

Feature	SPECIFICATIONS
Brand	Xiaomi
Model	Black Shark 5 RS
Announced	April 2022
Released	April 2022
Price	Kes 85,500
Operating System	Android 12, Joy UI 12.8
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 for 8GB RAM 256GB internal space
	Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5 nm) for 12GB RAM 256GB internal space
CPU Speed	Octa-core (4×2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4×1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver)
GPU	Adreno 610
Internal Storage	256GB
RAM	8/12GB
Card Slot	None
Rear Camera	64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.97″, 0.7µm, PDAF+ 8 MP, 120˚ (ultrawide)+ 5 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto macro
Front Camera	20 MP, (wide)
Network	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G Upto 5G Network band with HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A; 5G speed
Sim Card	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Weight	220g
Dimensions	163.7 x 76.2 x 9.9 mm
Screen Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels (~411 PPI density)
Display Type	Super AMOLED, with 144Hz Refresh Rate
Display Size	6.67-inches (~86.1% screen-to-body ratio)
3.5mm jack	Yes. On the device.
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
GPS	Yes. Equipped with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS
NFC	No
Wi-Fi & WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band Wi-Fi Direct hotspot
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go
Radio	None
Sensor	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery	Li-Po 4,500 mAh, non-removable
Fast Charging	Fast charging 120W
Colour Variants	Black, Yellow

Body, Design, and Display

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS has an angular appearance but is still a beautifully designed high-end smartphone. It is a gaming machine for gaming lovers.  Its rounded edges make it look attractive and appealing. It has a generally flat surface but is somehow angular to look at and feel in the hand. The outer body is made of aluminum, with the front being glass.

The phone measures 163.7 x 76.2 x 9.9 mm and weighs 220g. A general body is made of a Glass front, plastic back and body frame. The display of the smartphone is AMOLED 6.67-inches, with a Refresh Rate of 140Hz, and a peak brightness of 1,300 nits. A resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels (~395 ppi densities) makes the device ideal for great experiences in terms of content consumption and video gaming.

Performance

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a high-performance handset, especially for gamers. To ensure the user enjoys all the gamers without limitation of memory, Xiaomi created massive RAM and ROM options for the device. They provided 2 variants, depending on your budget and preference:

• Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 for 8GB RAM 256GB internal space
• Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5 nm) for 12GB RAM 256GB internal space

Equipped with a powerful Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888/888+ chipset, Octa-core (1×2.84/3.0 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3×2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) chipset, and Adreno 660, you will not only enjoy playing your most high setting demanding games but also do hard productive work on the device without lagging and stuttering.  UFS 3.1/SSD helps maximize the storage of the device. Running on the latest Android Android 12, Joy UI 12.8, you will enjoy all the latest software on the phone and updates as you fully make use of the device.

Camera Performance.

The handset comes fully packed for performance in terms of its camera settings. At the front, the phone packs a massive 20 MP, (wide) selfie camera which captures high-quality videos and selfies. At the back, the handset packs a triple camera set consisting of a primary 64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.97″, 0.7µm, PDAF that is supported by an 8 MP, 120˚ (ultrawide) camera, and 5 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto macro). The main camera is equally powerful with the AI-powered camera able to provide superior camera and video functionality. The integrated camera set-up features HDR, and the ability to capture videos 1080P@30fps.

Battery Performance

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS packs a 4,500mAh non-removable battery which powers the operating system, and screen and enables the device to function optimally. Considering the high-performance device has high power consumption tendencies, the massive battery is complemented with a fast charger of 120W that charges the battery from 0-100% in 15 minutes. It can charge while you play games hence bringing about convenience and a time-saving mechanism for the user.

Alternative Handsets

• Xiaomi Black Shark 5
• Xiaomi POCO f4 GT
• Realme GT Neo 3
• Oppo K10
• Nokia X100

FAQ

• Is the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS a gaming device? Yes.
• What is the battery capacity of the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS? 4,500mAh.
• What is the display size of the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS? 6.67-inches
• What is the RAM on the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS? 8/12GB
• What are the processor specifications of the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS? Octa-core (1×2.84/3.0 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3×2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU, Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G (5 nm) Chipset and Adreno 660 GPU.
• What color options are available for the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS? Black and Yellow.
• what is the refresh rate on the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS? 144Hz
• Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS have a cooling system? The Black Shark 5 RS has bigger interior cooling systems and better internal storage making them better for Gaming.
• Is the battery life on the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS good enough? Yes. 4,500mAh for the device is massive, considering the battery power is managed by a smart processor and is completed by a 120W fast charger.

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