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Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Black Shark 5 Pro

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

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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
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

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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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)
Reasons to buy Black Shark 5 Pro:
  • ✓108MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.67" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationRedmi Note 12 Pro+Black Shark 5 Pro
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAM-OLED
Screen Size6.67"6.67"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (395 ppi)1080x2400 (395 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion144 Hz ProMotion
Brightness900 nits peakN/A
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 Memory8 GB16 GB
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera200 MP, f/1.65, OIS, Samsung HP3108 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.2N/A
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 Lens16 MP, f/2.4519.7 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions162.9 x 76 x 8.7 mm163.83 x 76.35 x 9.9 mm
Weight208.4 g220 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP53Not certified
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,650 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 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 5.2
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB C reversible
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
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 Price$369Price on request
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 Redmi Note 12 Pro+:
Higher overall BeastScore: 88.0 vs top rival 87.9 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+350 mAh more)
When to buy Black Shark 5 Pro:
Smoother display: 144Hz refresh rate vs 120Hz · More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 8GB
Quick Answers

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

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

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

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

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

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