
Overall Score
67.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#856)67.7
Performance(#1014)70.8
Camera(#1464)47.9
Display(#464)88.5
Battery(#702)67.5
Build(#11489)66.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Black Shark 4S
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Black Shark 4S features a robust design with dimensions of 163.7 x 76.2 x 9.9 mm and a weight of 210 grams.
- It sports a 6.67-inch Super AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and a peak brightness of 1300 nits, delivering vibrant visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G chipset, it offers excellent performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 650 GPU, available in configurations of up to 256GB storage and 12GB RAM.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, and a 5 MP macro lens, capable of recording 4K video at 60fps.
- The 20 MP front camera provides clear selfies.
- A 4500 mAh battery supports rapid 120W charging, ensuring quick power-ups.
- Running on Android 11 with Joy UI 12.8, the software experience is smooth and user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
- The device features stereo speakers for enhanced audio and retains a headphone jack for wired listening.
- Available in black and white, the Black Shark 4S combines gaming-centric features with a sleek aesthetic.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, October 13
Announced2021, October 13
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.67"
TypeSuper AMOLED, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate144Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585)
GPUAdreno 650
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm5 MP, f/2.4, (macro), AF
Front Camera20 MP
Front Camera Details20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 0.8µm
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4500 mAh
Charging Details120W wired, 100% in 17 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions163.7 x 76.2 x 9.9 mm (6.44 x 3.00 x 0.39 in)
Weight210 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, Joy UI 12.8
OS VersionAndroid 11, Joy UI 12.8
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes