Xiaomi
Black Shark 5
RM 1,999.00
Price last checked: 13 Mar 2024. Confirm current price before buying.
Gaming phones live or die on refresh rate and raw power, and the Black Shark 5 covers both. The Snapdragon 870 5G chipset pairs with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, enough headroom for demanding titles and heavy multitasking without slowdown. Its 6.67-inch AMOLED panel runs at 144Hz with 1300 nits peak brightness, so fast-paced games and everyday scrolling both look sharp. Physical pop-up gaming triggers add a console-style edge that most slab phones skip.
Battery life won't be a worry either. The 4650mAh cell supports 120W fast charging, Xiaomi claims a full charge in just 15 minutes, which suits anyone who game-sessions hard and can't wait around for a top-up. Camera-wise, the triple rear setup leads with a 64MP main sensor alongside a 13MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro lens, covering the basics without chasing flagship camera bragging rights.
Black Shark 5 price in Malaysia starts from RM1999, positioning it as a performance-first option for gamers who'd rather spend on speed and screen than camera specs.
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Full Specifications
| Release | |
|---|---|
| Release Status | Release 2022, Jun |
| Performance | |
| Processor | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 650 |
| RAM & Storage | 12GB RAM, 256GB ROM |
| External Storage | No |
| OS | Android 12, Joy UI 13 |
| Battery | Li-Po 4650 mAh, non-removable battery Fast charging 120W, 100% in 15 min (advertised) |
| Screen | |
| Display size | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~85.9% screen-to-body ratio) 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Display type | AMOLED, 144Hz, 1300 nits (peak) |
| Body | |
| Dimension | 163.8 x 76.3 x 10 mm |
| Weight | 218 g (7.69 oz) |
| Body Type | Physical pop-up gaming triggers |
| Colors | Black, White, Gray |
| Connectivity | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Data Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A; 5G |
| Wifi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS |
| Radio | No |
| Sensors | |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Camera & Video | |
| Rear Camera | Triple: 64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF + 13 MP, f/2.4, 120? (ultrawide) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
| Front Camera | 16 MP, (wide) |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps Selfie: 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama Selfie: HDR |
| Audio | |
| Loud Speaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Sound Jack | No 24-bit/192kHz audio |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Black Shark 5 support 5G?
Yes, the Black Shark 5 supports 5G, per its listed network specs: HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A; 5G.
How much RAM and storage does the Black Shark 5 have?
The Black Shark 5 comes with 12GB RAM, 256GB ROM.
What's the battery capacity of the Black Shark 5?
The Black Shark 5 has a Li-Po 4650 mAh, non-removable battery<br>Fast charging 120W, 100% in 15 min (advertised) battery.
Is the Black Shark 5 still available in Malaysia?
Yes, the Black Shark 5 is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Release 2022, Jun).