Available Variants
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 CDMA2000 1xEV-DO |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA |
Launch
| Announced | 2022, March 30 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, April 04 |
Body
| Gaming Triggers | Physical pop-up gaming triggers |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 220 g (7.76 oz) |
| Dimensions | 163.9 x 76.5 x 9.5 mm (6.45 x 3.01 x 0.37 in) |
Display
| Size | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+ |
Hardware & Software
| OS | Android 12, Joy UI 13 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 |
Memory & Storage
| Card slot | No |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1/NVMe SSD |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Triple | 108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF 13 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm 5 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto macro), AF |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps; HDR10+ |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
Selfie Camera
| Single | 16 MP, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Audio Quality | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio Snapdragon Sound |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
Connectivity
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, video output |
| Radio | No |
| NFC | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer (China only) |
Battery
| Charging | 120W wired, 100% in 15 min |
| Type | Li-Po 4650 mAh |
Tests
| Performance | AnTuTu: 876704 (v8), 1007133 (v9) GeekBench: 3665 (v5.1) GFXBench: 82fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 83h |
| Loudspeaker | -24.0 LUFS (Very good) |
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Display | 682 nits max brightness (measured) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Description
The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro launched in 2022 as a dedicated gaming phone, and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 on 4nm was the flagship chip of that generation — scoring 876,000+ on AnTuTu v8, it still outperforms most current-generation budget and mid-range processors, though it is now several steps behind the latest flagship chips. The physical pop-up gaming triggers remain the phone's signature feature and still deliver genuine gameplay advantages that no touchscreen can replicate — a feature that has only become rarer as most phone makers abandoned physical controls in favor of screen-based alternatives. The 6.67-inch OLED display with 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, and 682 nits measured brightness is still a genuinely capable gaming panel — smooth, immersive, and vibrant for content consumption.
The 108MP main camera with PDAF captures detailed daylight shots, the 13MP ultrawide provides wide-angle versatility, and the phone supports 4K video at up to 60fps with HDR10+ — a capability that was impressive at launch and remains respectable. The 16MP selfie camera is basic but functional. The audio package with Snapdragon Sound and Hi-Res audio support was thoughtful for a gaming phone. However, the real star is the battery package — a 4650mAh cell with 120W wired charging that reaches 100% in just 15 minutes remains one of the fastest charging speeds ever fitted to a phone, and even in 2026 few devices match this. An 83-hour endurance rating and excellent thermal management for sustained gaming were major selling points. Stereo speakers and haptic feedback systems add to the gaming immersion.
In 2026, the Black Shark 5 Pro is best considered as a dedicated gaming secondary device at a meaningfully reduced second-hand price. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, pop-up triggers, 144Hz OLED, and 120W charging still have genuine appeal for anyone who values gaming. However, the software is frozen at Android 12 with Joy UI 13 — no 5G support despite having the hardware, and the unofficial import status means no warranty or support. At over four years old with no active updates, it is unsuitable as a primary daily phone for security-sensitive tasks.
Pros:
Physical pop-up gaming triggers — a genuinely unique gameplay advantage that modern phones lack
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 still outperforms most current budget and mid-range chips
120W wired charging reaches 100% in 15 minutes — still one of the fastest charging speeds available
144Hz OLED display with 682 nits brightness — excellent for gaming and media
Stereo speakers and haptic feedback — immersive gaming experience
83-hour battery endurance rating with good thermal management
Cons:
Software frozen at Android 12 with Joy UI 13 — serious security concern for daily use in 2026
Unofficial import only — no local warranty or service support in Bangladesh
At 220g and 9.5mm thick, it is noticeably heavy and bulky even for a gaming phone
No microSD card slot — storage is fixed to your purchase variant
No 5G connectivity despite having the hardware — a missed feature given the era of launch
Verdict: The Black Shark 5 Pro remains a uniquely capable gaming phone thanks to its pop-up triggers, powerful chip, and exceptional charging speed. But four years on, the frozen software and unofficial import status make it unsuitable as a primary device. For dedicated gaming enthusiasts who find a well-maintained unit at a fair second-hand price and understand these limitations, it still offers a gaming experience most modern phones can't match.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 Pro ২০২২ সালে বের হয়েছিল একটি নিবেদিত গেমিং ফোন হিসেবে, আর Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 প্রসেসর সেই সময়ের ফ্ল্যাগশিপ ছিল। এখনও এটি বেশিরভাগ বর্তমান বাজেট এবং মিড-রেঞ্জ প্রসেসরের চেয়ে এগিয়ে, যদিও এটি এখন সর্বশেষ ফ্ল্যাগশিপ চিপের কয়েক ধাপ পিছিয়ে। ফিজিক্যাল পপ-আপ গেমিং ট্রিগার এই ফোনের স্বাক্ষর বৈশিষ্ট্য এবং এখনও প্রকৃত গেমপ্লে সুবিধা প্রদান করে — এটি একটি বৈশিষ্ট্য যা অন্য ফোন নির্মাতারা পরিত্যাগ করেছে।
৬.৬৭ ইঞ্চির OLED ডিসপ্লে ১৪৪Hz রিফ্রেশ রেট, HDR10+, ৬৮২ নিটস ব্রাইটনেস — গেমিংয়ের জন্য এখনও দারুণ। ১০৮MP মেইন ক্যামেরা বিস্তারিত ছবি তোলে, ১৩MP আল্ট্রাওয়াইড চওড়া দৃশ্য ধরে, ৪K@60fps ভিডিও HDR10+ সহ। তবে আসল শক্তি হলো ব্যাটারি — ৪৬৫০mAh সেল ১২০W চার্জিংয়ে মাত্র ১৫ মিনিটে ১০০% হয় — এটি এখনও ফোন ইতিহাসের দ্রুততম চার্জিংয়ের একটি। ৮৩ ঘণ্টা এনডুরেন্স রেটিং এবং গেমিংয়ের সময় চমৎকার থার্মাল ম্যানেজমেন্ট প্রধান বিক্রয় পয়েন্ট ছিল।
সবচেয়ে বড় সমস্যা হলো সফ্টওয়্যার Android 12-এ আটকে রয়েছে, 5G হার্ডওয়্যার থাকা সত্ত্বেও 5G কানেক্টিভিটি নেই, এবং এটি আনঅফিশিয়াল আমদানি। চার বছরের বেশি পুরনো, কোনো সক্রিয় আপডেট নেই, এটি নিরাপত্তা-সংবেদনশীল দৈনিক ব্যবহারের জন্য অনুপযুক্ত। ২২০ গ্রাম ওজন এবং ৯.৫mm পুরুত্ব গেমিং ফোনের জন্যও মোটা এবং ভারী।
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