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Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra vs Apple iPad mini (2024)

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

Smartphone Battle
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Xiaomi

Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra

Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
82/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Apple

Apple iPad mini (2024)

Apple iPad mini (2024)
84/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad mini (2024) BETTER THAN Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?

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Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Apple iPad mini (2024)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORXiaomi BlackApple iPadLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,078 mAh+5,078 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size1.43"8.3"8.3"
Chassis WeightN/AN/A999g
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓1.43" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
  • ✓Larger 5,078 mAh battery capacity (+78 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓8.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationXiaomi Black Shark GS3 UltraApple iPad mini (2024)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size1.43"8.3"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon / MediaTek Apple A17 Pro
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256 GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, Triple Camera System50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/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 Lens12 MP12 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
WeightN/AN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,078 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast chargingFast 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 7 / 6E tri-band
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3+Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-CUSB Type-C
NFCYesYes
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 requestPrice on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad mini (2024) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 83.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad mini (2024) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple A17 Pro architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra:
Balanced specifications with Xiaomi hardware design · Runs Android with optimized security support
When to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 82.0 · Significantly larger display: 8.3" vs max 1.43" for media & multitasking
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra vs Apple iPad mini (2024)

Which phone is better: Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra or Apple iPad mini (2024)?

Apple iPad mini (2024) leads with an overall BeastScore of 83.5/100 compared to Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (82.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 82.0 and Significantly larger display: 8.3" vs max 1.43" for media & multitasking.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra and Apple iPad mini (2024)?

Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is equipped with a 1.43-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Apple iPad mini (2024) features a 8.3-inch display and 5078 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra and Apple iPad mini (2024)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra scores 80/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPad mini (2024) scores 80/100.

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