Xiaomi Black Shark 2

28 reviews

Nov, 2024

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portability (7)
design (6)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 28 reviews of Xiaomi Black Shark 2. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Comments about the battery and screen are on the whole positive. The design and performance also get good feedback, but the sound and usability get mixed reviews. There are some less positive views about the connectivity.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Xiaomi Black Shark 2 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Cameron Faulkner (theverge.com)

The Black Shark 2’s pressure-sensitive screen makes mobile gaming better

It makes PUBG, and other games with complex controls, easier

Fast performance for a reasonable price ; MagicTouch makes gaming more enjoyable

It’s months behind on security updates ; The design won’t appeal to most

Jun, 2019

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Expert review by : Andrei Frumusanu (anandtech.com)

The Black Shark 2 Review: A Gaming Phone's Existential Crisis

Over the last 1-2 years we've seen a new type of smartphone category start carving itself a niche in the market: the gaming smartphone. Last year, the original Black Shark was amongst the first devices to try to cater to a gaming audience, offering...

In low-light, the phone is actually even worse than the Mi9 due to the fact that it lacks the dedicated night mode. It’s in essence the worst camera I’ve tested in recent years.

Sep, 2019

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Expert review by : Chandrakant Isi (mysmartprice)

Black Shark 2 Review - MySmartPrice

From its humble beginnings, Xiaomi became one of the fastest-growing start-ups in the world. In just a few years, it has managed to be a mainstream brand that dominates developing markets such as India. This young company has funded hundreds of...

Mediocre cameras ; Lacks a 3.5 mm audio jack ; No wireless charging ; MicroSD card is missing

Sep, 2019

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Expert review by : Vishal Kawadkar (gizbot_com)

Xiaomi Black Shark 2: The Good, The Bad, And The X Factor

Black Shark has finally forayed into the Indian market. The company has announced the launch of the Black Shark 2 at a starting price of Rs 39,999.

May, 2019

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Expert review by : Nicholas Montegriffo (androidpit.com)

Black Shark 2 review: an apex predator for a good price

With the Black Shark 2, the Xiaomi-backed company offers a powerful gaming smartphone at a very tempting price, though a few things are missing.

Powerful hardware ; Good battery life ; Excellent gamepad ; Touch input customization ; Attractive price

No NFC ; No IP rating or waterproofing ; 60Hz display

The Black Shark 2 may be the most interesting gaming phone on the market thanks to its excellent performance and well-rounded feature set at an affordable price. Admittedly, I’d recommend the gamepad set to get the most out of it, so...that’s about...

May, 2019

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Expert review by : Adam Ismail (tomsguide.com)

Black Shark 2 Review: The Gaming Phone You Really Want

If you live somewhere you can buy one, the Black Shark 2 is a solid choice for a powerful smartphone on the cheap, whether you're a gamer or not. Regardless of your thoughts on the design, the build quality inspires confidence, and the Black Shark 2's...

Incredible battery life ; Stunning performance ; Lots of gaming options ; Sleek design ; Low price

Not available in U.S. ; Dim display ; Odd software quirks

The Black Shark 2 offers unbeatable performance and battery life at a stellar price. However, depending on where you live, you may not have the opportunity to buy this phone — in which case, we'd recommend the OnePlus 6T instead.

Apr, 2019

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Expert review by : Brad Linder (liliputing.com)

Xiaomi launches Black Shark 2 — its second gaming smartphone

Xiaomi subsidiary Black Shark launched its this spring. Less than half a year later we have the follow-up.

One key difference between the Black Shark 2 and the other options? It’s not likely to be widely available in the United States.

Oct, 2018

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Expert review by : Ryan Jones (trustedreviews.com)

Black Shark 2 Review: The new king of mobile gaming?

The Black Shark 2 is a promising gaming smartphone, featuring exciting technology such as pressure-sensitive controls and a class-leading cooling system

Master Touch and optional controllers make mobile games more user-friendly ; Incredibly affordable considering specs and features ; Most powerful Android smartphone we've tested ; Long-lasting, fast-charging battery

Screen limited to 60Hz and Full HD ; Lack of headphone jack

The Black Shark 2 is the ultimate gaming smartphone. Loaded with fancy features and offering super-powered performance, even non-gamers will get great value for money at this low price.

Apr, 2019

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Expert review by : Basil Kronfli (techradar.com)

Black Shark 2 review

The Black Shark 2 is a powerful gaming phone and if you can deal with the design it's a great all-rounder too.

Affordable Snapdragon 855 phone Plenty of storage options Punchy AMOLED screen

No NFC No IP rating Touch input issues

Combining a great camera, excellent internals and improved gaming credentials over the original, the Black Shark 2 is a triple threat that betters most of its gaming phone rivals. It’s lumbered with a handful of instabilities and quirks, but even with...

Jan, 2020

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Expert review by : Shabana Arif (t3.com)