Nothing Phone (2a)vsSharp Aquos R9

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

Nothing
Nothing Phone (2a)
Phone (2a)
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 7200
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Nothing Phone (2a)'s impressive battery life and charging speed are its standout features.
The Nothing Phone (2a)'s display boasts improved brightness, resolution, and durability, with a modern slimmed-down design.
The Nothing Phone (2a)'s camera is serviceable, but lacks sharpness and impressive dynamic range.
The Nothing Phone (2a)'s smooth performance belies its price tag, making it a great budget phone option overall.
Sharp
Sharp Aquos R9
Aquos R9
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Sharp Aquos R9's battery life is average at best, struggling with demanding activities like gaming.
The Sharp Aquos R9's exceptional display boasts impressive resolution, color accuracy, and brightness for an enhanced viewing experience.
The Sharp Aquos R9's camera is an exceptional feature, producing stunning photos and impressive low-light shots consistently.
The Sharp Aquos R9 offers solid daily usage and gaming experiences, but underwhelming performance capabilities for its price range.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Tie
Nothing Phone (2a)
2.80 GHz
Sharp Aquos R9
2.80 GHz

RAM

Tie
Nothing Phone (2a)
8GB
Sharp Aquos R9
8GB

Storage

Winner
Nothing Phone (2a)
128GB
Sharp Aquos R9
256GB

Weight

Winner
Nothing Phone (2a)
190g
Sharp Aquos R9
195g
Rank
Nothing Phone (2a)
Winner
#265
Sharp Aquos R9
#346
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Nothing Phone (2a)
#302
Winner
Sharp Aquos R9
#532
Design
Nothing Phone (2a)
#315
Sharp Aquos R9
#308
Winner
Display
Nothing Phone (2a)
#226
Winner
Sharp Aquos R9
#710
Performance
Nothing Phone (2a)
#360
Sharp Aquos R9
#142
Winner
Battery
Nothing Phone (2a)
#175
Sharp Aquos R9
#153
Winner
Camera
Nothing Phone (2a)
#318
Winner
Sharp Aquos R9
#430
item_phones_categoryId
Nothing Phone (2a)
#–
Sharp Aquos R9
#1

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Nothing Nothing Phone (2a)
Sharp Sharp Aquos R9
Model
MediaTek Dimensity 7200
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3
CPU
2x2.8 GHz ARM Cortex, A715 + 6x 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A510
1 x 2,9 Ghz Cortex, X4, 4 x 2,6 Ghz Cortex, A720, 3 x 1,9 Ghz Cortex, A520
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
2.80
2.80
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
ARM Mali-G610 MC4
Qualcomm Adreno 732
RAM
8
8
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
RAM LPDDR5X
Capacity
128
256
Type
UFS Storage 2.2
UFS Storage 4.0
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
Yes
Geomagnetic sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Antutu Score
688952
1366982
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 80% of devices
Overall performance better than 92% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Nothing Phone (2a)

Strengths

The phone has a bigger, brighter screen with thinner bezels
It has a larger battery with faster charging
The processor clock speed is higher
The front camera resolution is higher
There's a wider variety of refresh rates
The phone offers serviceable cameras that can capture moments and document scanning
The software features are still present, including advanced settings and experimental features
Nothing promises three years of Android updates with this phone

Weaknesses

No wireless charging option
Only IP54 rating instead of IP68
Body material is plastic instead of glass and aluminum
Macro mode is not available
Camera quality is not sharp, even in great lighting
Dynamic range and depth of field are not amazing
Photos may not be the best for artistic purposes or capturing moments
Some features might feel like gimmicks to users

Sharp Aquos R9

Strengths

The camera takes great photos, with good detail and color accuracy
The phone has a sharp and crisp display, perfect for watching videos or browsing the web
Sharp provides 5 years of security updates and 2 years of Android updates, which is impressive
The processor, Snapdragon 8s gen 3, handles multitasking and gaming well
Google pay and Android auto work fine on this device
All apps download properly from the App Store
Battery life is good for light users, lasting a full day with normal use
Sharp Aquos R9 has a solid build quality, with no issues with network connectivity

Weaknesses

The processor, while good, is not a flagship processor like some other phones have
Update process can be fiddly and requires changing VPN region to Japan or Singapore
No software updates are pushed automatically in regions outside of Japan or Singapore
Battery life may drain quickly with heavy gaming usage
Some users might find the price point too high, even at $800-$900
The phone's design is not particularly exciting or original
Sharp Aquos R9 does not have a flagship processor like some other phones have
Users may experience issues with software updates in regions outside of Japan or Singapore
Read Full Reviews

Nothing Phone (2a)

The Nothing Phone (2a) is a budget smartphone that surprises with its feature-packed software and decent camera performance. Despite being a more affordable option, the phone retains many features from its pricier counterparts, including advanced settings in its camera app and a wide range of refresh rates. With a larger battery, faster charging, and a higher-resolution front camera, this budget phone offers impressive value for its price. In this review, we'll explore whether the Nothing Phone (2a) delivers on its promise as an all-around solid budget device.

Sharp Aquos R9

Sharp's Aquos R9 is a flagship smartphone that boasts impressive specs and features, including a high-end processor, ample storage, and exceptional display quality. With its sleek design and robust performance, this device promises to deliver seamless gaming experiences, snappy multitasking, and an overall premium feel. However, concerns around software updates and regional compatibility may deter some potential buyers. In this review, we'll delve into the R9's strengths and weaknesses, weighing its merits against its limitations.

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