Xiaomi Black Shark vs Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Black Shark
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Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X)
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Black Shark
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X)
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 5.99 | 5.99 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2160 | 2160 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1080 |
| PPI | 403 | 403 |
| Screen-to-body | 76 | 77.4 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 630 | Adreno 512 |
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 845 | Snapdragon 660 |
| Process (nm) | 10 | 14 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 8.0 | 8.1 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM | 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@120fps |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 2 | 2 |
| Lens | 20 MP, f/1.8 | 20 MP, f/1.8 |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | — | LED flash, HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide) | 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 | 3000 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 18 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 161.6 | 158.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 9.3 | 7.3 |
| Weight (g) | 190 | 166 |
| Width (mm) | 75.4 | 75.4 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2018, April. Released 2018, April | 2018, July 24. Released 2018, July |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 - Global |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40 - Global |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5 |
| infrared port | — | Yes |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Black Shark | Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Black Shark and Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Black Shark packs a 4000 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
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