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Black Shark 5 Pro vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Black Shark 5 Pro
· 2022

Black Shark 5 Pro

Price on request
87.9/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
87.9
Benchmark
Performance95/100
Camera90/100
Battery82/100
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
· 2022

Redmi Note 12 Pro+

$369
88.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
88.0
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera99/100
Battery90/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Black Shark 5 Pro:
  • ✓108MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.67" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Redmi Note 12 Pro+:
  • ✓11.599999999999994g lighter chassis (208.4g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9630 lower launch MSRP ($369 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+350 mAh more capacity)

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationBlack Shark 5 ProRedmi Note 12 Pro+
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAM-OLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.67"6.67"
Resolution & Density1080x2400 (395 ppi)2400x1080 (395 ppi)
Refresh Rate144 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A900 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB8 GB
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB / 512GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera108 MP200 MP, f/1.65, OIS, Samsung HP3
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A8 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens19.7 MP16 MP, f/2.45
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions163.83 x 76.35 x 9.9 mm162.9 x 76 x 8.7 mm
Weight220 g208.4 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP53
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,650 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W wired fast charging120W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.25.2
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB-C 2.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on request$369
Editorial Lab Verdict

Redmi Note 12 Pro+ edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 99/100 camera rating.

When to buy Black Shark 5 Pro:
Smoother display: 144Hz refresh rate vs 120Hz · More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 8GB
When to buy Redmi Note 12 Pro+:
Higher overall BeastScore: 88.0 vs top rival 87.9 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+350 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Black Shark 5 Pro vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+

Which phone is better: Black Shark 5 Pro or Redmi Note 12 Pro+?

Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads with an overall BeastScore of 88.0/100 compared to Black Shark 5 Pro (87.9/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 88.0 vs top rival 87.9 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+350 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Black Shark 5 Pro and Redmi Note 12 Pro+?

Black Shark 5 Pro is equipped with a 6.67-inch display and 4650 mAh battery, while Redmi Note 12 Pro+ features a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Black Shark 5 Pro and Redmi Note 12 Pro+?

In lab hardware evaluations, Black Shark 5 Pro scores 90/100 in camera performance, while Redmi Note 12 Pro+ scores 99/100.

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