Xiaomi Black Shark 5

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 in Kenya

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 is a massive handset that features a large, punch-holed 6.67 inches of display. Weighing 218g and measuring 163.8 x 76.3 x 10 mm, the device is as big as they come. For a mid-tier device, the device comes at Kes 65,000. To justify the price, you will surely enjoy a bright AMOLED display, considering the handset comes display has 1080 x 2400 pixels (~395 PPI density) and 1,300 nits output. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 runs on Android 12 OS.  Relying on a powerful octa-core Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) processor, cushioned by 128GB 8GB RAM/128GB 12GB RAM/256GB 12GB RAM,  the handset is a powerhouse when it comes to performance and entertainment. a powerful camera set comprising of 64MP+12+3MP+2MP main camera t the rear and a 16MP selfie camera confirm the status of the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 as a device worth having at that price. The 5G-Network enabled device is available at Phoneplace Kenya in Black, White, and Gray colour variants.

Price, Key Features and Specifications of Xiaomi Black Shark 5

Feature	SPECIFICATIONS
Brand	Xiaomi
Model	Black Shark 5
Announced	April 2022
Released	April 2022
Price	Kes 65,000
Operating System	Android 12, Joy UI 13
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) Octa-core (1×3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3×2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4×1.80 GHz Kryo 585)
CPU Speed	Octa-core (4×2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4×1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver)
GPU	Adreno 650
Internal Storage	128/256GB
RAM	8/12GB
Card Slot	None
Rear Camera	64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.97″, 0.7µm, PDAF+ 13 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide)+ 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera	16 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	218g
Dimensions	163.8 x 76.3 x 10 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 4,650 mAh, non-removable
Fast Charging	Fast charging 120W
Colour Variants	Black, White and Gray

Body and Display

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 measures 163.8 x 76.3 x 10 mm, weighs 218g and has a 6.67-inches (~86.1% screen-to-body ratio) AMOLED display.  The body material is made from Aluminium and the front is glass. The bright display consists of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density). Its refresh rate is 144Hz and boasts 1300 nits brightness. As a user, these superior display features are to your advantage in terms of gaming and enjoying media consumption.

Xiaomi Black Shark 5 measures 163.8 x 76.3 x 10 mm, weighs 218g and has a 6.67-inches (~86.1% screen-to-body ratio) AMOLED display.  The body material is made from Aluminium and the front is glass. The bright display consists of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 20:9 ratio (~395 PPI density). Its refresh rate is 144Hz and boasts 1300 nits brightness. As a user, these superior display features are to your advantage in terms of gaming and enjoying media consumption.

Performance

The System on Chip on Xiaomi Black Shark 5 consists of a Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) chipset, Octa-core (1×3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3×2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4×1.80 GHz Kryo 585) chipset and Adreno 650 GPU. The processing unit is powerful enough to enable the user to play games and push the device to the limit without getting issues of overheating, lagging or stuttering.

Considering the device does not have a memory card slot for additional memory, one can only conclude that the 128GB 8GB RAM/128GB 12GB RAM/256GB 12GB RAM is sufficient to run basic applications as well as enable unlimited space for the user to download games and applications of preference. UFS 3.1 helps maximise the storage space and use hence avoiding issues of running out of storage space.

Cameras

On the front, the phone features a high-performance 16MP selfie camera. You will enjoy capturing High-Quality selfies and videos for your use or sharing with friends. At the back, the handset comes packed with a triple main camera: a primary 64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF camera, which is complemented with a 13 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide) camera and 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) lens. The three combine to give an awesome option when it comes to capturing high-quality pictures and videos. A 64MP lens takes awesomely great pictures, with the HDR, LED Flash and Panorama enabling the user to have unique options and not miss a moment be it out on a bright day or late in the evening with family and friends.

Battery

As a high-performance device, it has a big demand for batteries. Xiaomi equipped the Black Shark 5 with a massive 4,650mAh non-removable battery. For an average user, the battery. Fast charging is supported by a wired 120W charger that charges 0- 100%  of the battery in 15 min (advertised).

Alternative handset to Xiaomi Black Shark 5

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

FAQs

1. Is the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 a gaming device? Yes
2. What is the battery capacity of the Xiaomi Black Shark 5? 4,650mAh
3. What is the RAM on the Xiaomi Black Shark 5? 8/12GB
4. What are the processor specifications of the Xiaomi Black Shark 5? Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm).
5. What colour options are available for the Xiaomi Black Shark 5? Black, Gray and White.
6. What is the refresh rate on the Xiaomi Black Shark 5? 144Hz
7. Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 support fast charge? Yes. It comes packed with a 120W fast charger that recharges 0-100% of the battery in 15 minutes.
8. Does the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 have a cooling system? The Black Shark 5 has bigger interior cooling systems and better internal storage making them better for Gaming.
9. Is the battery life on the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 good enough? Yes. 4,650mAh 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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