Xiaomi Black Shark Helo
$0
Overview
Xiaomi Black Shark Helo is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6.01-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 845 chipset, 12 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
The device runs HyperOS with features like Leica partnership. Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Xiaomi Black Shark Helo
The display of Xiaomi Black Shark Helo measures 6.01 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2160 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Xiaomi Black Shark Helo features 2 rear cameras: 12 main, 12MP ultrawide, 20MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 2x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Xiaomi Black Shark Helo has 4000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 60 min minutes.
The performance of Xiaomi Black Shark Helo is powered by the Snapdragon 845 chipset with Adreno 630 GPU.
The memory of Xiaomi Black Shark Helo offers 10GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 10GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Xiaomi Black Shark Helo includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0.
The build of Xiaomi Black Shark Helo weighs 190.0g with Aluminum frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 160 x 75.2 x 8.7 mm.
The software of Xiaomi Black Shark Helo runs Android 8.0 (Oreo) with HyperOS. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Xiaomi Black Shark Helo
Xiaomi Black Shark Helo has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Xiaomi Black Shark Helo is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 845 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Xiaomi Black Shark Helo receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Xiaomi Black Shark Helo has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Xiaomi Black Shark Helo at $0 is a budget device offering Snapdragon 845. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Xiaomi Black Shark Helo supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 60 min minutes.
Xiaomi Black Shark Helo is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Xiaomi Black Shark Helo has a 6.01-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Xiaomi Black Shark Helo delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.01"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Snapdragon 845
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 160 x 75.2 x 8.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 190.0 |
| Build Materials | Aluminum frame, Glass back |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | liquid cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.01 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:2 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 402 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 77.5 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 240 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 845 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 630 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual 14-bit ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X20 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | N/A |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 10GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 10GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.9" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX363 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | 12MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 20MP, 2x optical zoom |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 240 |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 20 |
| Sensor Size | 1.0 |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | ESS Sabre ES9018K2M |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Compass |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC3 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 60 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18 |
| Battery Health Features | battery saver |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app permissions, location controls |
| Accessibility | screen reader, magnification, color inversion |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, USB-C cable, user manual, SIM ejector tool |
| 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!
Xiaomi Black Shark Helo Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Xiaomi Black Shark Helo covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 845 chipset for smooth performance
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better