Asus ROG Phone 6 ProvsSharp Aquos R9 pro

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Asus
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
ROG Phone 6 Pro
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1
RAM:18GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro boasts an impressive battery life with a 119 hour endurance rating.
The standout display feature of the Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro is its high-resolution AMOLED screen with a 165Hz refresh rate.
The most important takeaway is that the Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro's camera delivers solid results, but can improve in low-light performance.
The Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro delivers exceptional performance, making it ideal for demanding games and tasks seamlessly.
Sharp
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
Aquos R9 pro
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen3
RAM:12GB
Storage:512GB

Quick Stats

The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro's battery life is decent but not exceptional or remarkable at all.
The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro boasts an impressive display with vibrant colors and crisp details, a standout feature of this smartphone.
The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro's camera stands out with its high-quality images and versatile features, making photography effortless.
The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro delivers solid performance across various tasks, making it ideal for general use and gaming.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
3.20 GHz
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
3 GHz

RAM

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
18GB
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
12GB

Storage

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
256GB
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
512GB

Weight

Winner
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
239g
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
229g
Rank
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
Winner
#178
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#420
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#49
Winner
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#531
Design
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#816
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#814
Winner
Display
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#223
Winner
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#751
Performance
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#159
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#110
Winner
Battery
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#169
Winner
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#611
Camera
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#316
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#102
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
#–
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#1

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro
Sharp Sharp Aquos R9 pro
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen3
CPU
1x3.2 GHz Cortex, X2 +3x2.8 GHz Cortex, A710 + 4x2.0 GHz Cortex, A510
1x3 Ghz Cortex, X4, 4x2,8 Ghz Cortex, A720, 3x2,0 Ghz Cortex, A520
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
3.20
3
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 730 875 MHz
Adreno 735
RAM
18
12
Type
RAM LPDDR5
RAM LPDDR5X
Capacity
256
512
Type
UFS Storage 3.1
UFS Storage 4.0
SD slot
No
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, in screen
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
N/A
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Ultrasonic proximity virtual sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 4 microphones
Antutu Score
1205400
1530662
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 90% of devices
Overall performance better than 94% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
Yes
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro

Strengths

Asus has delivered a top-notch gaming phone which is pretty much unmatched when it comes to the sheer number of features and options available to enhance the gaming experience
You get a standout display excellent audio quality and great battery life with that said
The camera takes decent photos, especially in daylight, with plenty of detail and nice colors
The phone has impressive charging speed, going from 0 to 75 percent in half an hour

Weaknesses

It's not a huge upgrade over last year's model, with only a handful of tweaks
You can't get the full experience without the cooling fan, which now has to be bought separately on top of an already pretty expensive device
The macro cam photos are surprisingly clean and usable, but lack detail compared to the main cam
Some sharpening artifacts appear in photos from the main cam, especially in portraits

Sharp Aquos R9 pro

Strengths

The camera takes amazing photos, I was really impressed.
The processor handles multitasking great gaming great YouTube you name it it handles it great
Sharp has provided 5 years of security updates and 5 years of Android updates, which is a lot of peace of mind
I have seen no issues with 4G 5G calls texts data, it's all been working fine
Android auto works completely fine Google pay works fine, I've not noticed a single app that doesn't download in the App Store
The device has a good battery life, you'll get a full day of use if you're a light user
I would definitely recommend this device to people who are looking for a great value

Weaknesses

There is no flagship processor like the Snapdragon 8 gen 3, which might put some people off
If you don't buy the device in Japan or Singapore, you'll struggle to get software updates and will need to manually update your region
The battery drains quite quickly if you do a lot of heavy gaming
Some users have reported issues with network connectivity in certain regions, so it's worth checking before buying
The price is a bit steep for some people, especially considering the processor used
There might be some lag or stuttering in certain games, but only on high-end graphics settings
Some features like Google Frameworks clear cache require fiddly manual updates
Read Full Reviews

Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro

The Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro is a powerhouse gaming smartphone that boasts an impressive array of features and options to enhance the mobile gaming experience. With its standout display, excellent audio quality, and great battery life, this device checks many boxes for gamers on-the-go. However, what truly sets it apart is its sheer number of customization options, including advanced gaming modes, controller support, and a dedicated gaming interface. Is the ROG Phone 6 Pro worth the investment? In this review, we'll dive deeper to find out.

Sharp Aquos R9 pro

The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is a flagship smartphone that boasts impressive specs at an affordable price point. With a Snapdragon processor, 8GB of RAM, and a large screen, it promises to deliver seamless multitasking, gaming, and YouTube experiences. However, concerns surrounding software updates, battery life, and the presence of a flagship-grade processor may deter some buyers. This review will delve into the device's features, performance, and overall value for money, helping you decide if this Sharp smartphone is worth considering.

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