Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra vs Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?
Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 81.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro
Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro wins 2 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedXiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra7970
- CameraTie8080
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryXiaomi Poco C81 Pro8695
- DisplayXiaomi Poco C81 Pro8489
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueTie8585
- Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
- Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro has the bigger screen6.9" vs 1.43"
- Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro wins — BeastScore 81.8/100
The Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh) and bigger screen (6.9" vs 1.43"). The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB).
More RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB
Larger battery: 6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh · Larger display: 6.9" vs 1.43"
Common questions
Which is better: Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra or Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro?
The Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh) and bigger screen (6.9" vs 1.43"). The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). BeastScore: Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra 82.0/100, Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro 81.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra and Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro?
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra has a 1.43-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro has a 6.9-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.
How do Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra and Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro compare for speed?
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra scores 79/100 for performance; Xiaomi Poco C81 Pro scores 70/100.
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