Black Black Shark 3S
$505.76
Overview
Black Black Shark 3S is a premium mid-range Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.67-inch AMOLED, Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, 64 main camera, and 4720 mAh battery.
Priced at $505.76, it targets users seeking premium mid-range performance.
Specifications of Black Black Shark 3S
The display of Black Black Shark 3S measures 6.67 inches with AMOLED technology and 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 1300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2400 resolution.
The camera system of Black Black Shark 3S features 3 rear cameras: 64 main, 13MP ultrawide, 13MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 3x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 3840x2160 @ 30 fps.
The battery of Black Black Shark 3S has 4720mAh capacity with 65 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 56 min minutes.
The performance of Black Black Shark 3S is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 650 600MHz GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 726800.
The connectivity of Black Black Shark 3S includes 5G support, Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth No.
The build of Black Black Shark 3S weighs 222g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated No. Dimensions measure 168.7 x 77.3 x 10.4 mm.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Black Black Shark 3S
Yes, Black Black Shark 3S is good for photography with its 64 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Yes, Black Black Shark 3S is excellent for gaming with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset and 120Hz display. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Black Black Shark 3S receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Black Black Shark 3S supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Black Black Shark 3S has No protection against dust and water.
Black Black Shark 3S has a 4720mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Black Black Shark 3S at $505.76 is a premium mid-range device offering Qualcomm Snapdragon 865. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Black Black Shark 3S supports 65 wired charging with full charge in approximately 56 min minutes.
Black Black Shark 3S has a 6.67-inch AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate and 1300 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+.
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Verdict
The Black Black Shark 3S delivers strong value for users wanting flagship-tier features at a reasonable price point. The phone excels in versatile camera system, smooth 120Hz display. Consider this phone for flagship-level performance, if you want premium features without paying flagship prices.
Key Specifications
Display
6.67"
Main Camera
64
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM 900 / 1800 |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | n1, n41, n78 |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM (5G+4G) |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 3CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2020 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $505.76 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 168.7 x 77.3 x 10.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 222 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["3 - Lagoon blue", "White and Grey"] |
| IP Rating | |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Dual layer cooling system, cover chip on both sides of the motherboard |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Linear Motor |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.67 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2400 |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 395 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 82 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 270 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 1300 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10+ |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | N/A |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 |
| CPU | 1x Cortex A77 2.84 GHz + 3x Cortex A77 2.4 GHz + 4x Cortex A55 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 650 600MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 15 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Spectra 480 |
| Modem | Qualcomm X55 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 726800 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 3.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 3.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 64 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.72" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung Bright S5KGW1 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF + Laser AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | 13MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 13MP, 3x optical zoom |
| Macro | 5 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 5.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 3840x2160 @ 30 fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | HDR10+ |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265, HEVC |
| Slow Motion | 960 |
| Video Stabilization | OIS + EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 20 |
| Sensor Size | Samsung S5K3T2 |
| Aperture | f/2.48 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX HD, LDAC, AAC |
| DAC/Amp | ESS Sabre HiFi 9218P |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | |
| Bluetooth | |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Optical under-display |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | N/A |
| Gyroscope | N/A |
| Magnetometer | N/A |
| Proximity Sensor | N/A |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | N/A |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart Rate |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4720 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 65 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+ |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 38 min |
| Full Charge Time | 56 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 65 |
| Battery Health Features | Battery care mode |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 10 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Game Turbo 3.0 |
| Privacy Features | App lock, Privacy protection |
| Accessibility | screen reader, magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, Case, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Black Black Shark 3S Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Black Black Shark 3S covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
- + Powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset for smooth performance
- - No wireless charging
- - Limited water resistance