Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6vsSharp Aquos R9 pro

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

Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Galaxy Z Fold6
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3 Leading Edition
RAM:12GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6's battery life is a notable disappointment with subpar efficiency and slow charging speeds overall.
The Galaxy Z Fold6's display offers improved color accuracy, brightness, and responsiveness over its predecessor.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6's camera has notable improvements but also some disappointments, notably the telephoto camera.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6's performance is decent but not exceptional, lacking top-tier flagship capabilities.
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
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
3.40 GHz
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
3 GHz

RAM

Tie
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
12GB
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
12GB

Storage

Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
256GB
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
512GB

Weight

Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
239g
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
229g
Rank
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Winner
#101
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#420
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#296
Winner
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#531
Design
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#393
Winner
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#814
Display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#237
Winner
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#751
Performance
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#32
Winner
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#110
Battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#610
Winner
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#611
Camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#395
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#102
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#1
Tie
Sharp Aquos R9 pro
#1
Tie

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Sharp Sharp Aquos R9 pro
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3 Leading Edition
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen3
CPU
1x3.4GHz Cortex, X4 + 3x3.2 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x3.0 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x2.3 GHz Cortex, A520
1x3 Ghz Cortex, X4, 4x2,8 Ghz Cortex, A720, 3x2,0 Ghz Cortex, A520
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
3.40
3
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 1000MHz
Adreno 735
RAM
12
12
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
RAM LPDDR5X
Capacity
256
512
Type
UFS Storage 4.0
UFS Storage 4.0
SD slot
No
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
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
Barometer sensor
Yes
N/A
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
Ultrasonic proximity virtual sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Dolby Atmos, Stereo Speakers
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 4 microphones
Antutu Score
2200000
1530662
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 98% of devices
Overall performance better than 94% 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

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

Strengths

The phone is ever so slightly thinner
There's some dust protection now
The screen is brighter and slightly wider
It has the latest chipset, which provides a solid experience
The camera captures very good detail in low light

Weaknesses

Not much has actually changed since last year
It may not be worth upgrading if you already have a Z Fold5
There's significant thermal throttling during prolonged stress test
Battery life is about the same as last year, and slightly less than the previous model
The charging speed appears even slower than last year

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

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is another high-quality foldable flagship from the South Korean tech giant. While it may seem like a significant upgrade over its predecessor, the truth is that not much has actually changed since last year. The phone is slightly thinner and dust-resistant, with a brighter and wider screen, but that's about it. With the latest chipset under the hood, the Fold6 delivers impressive performance, but the question remains: is it worth the hefty price tag?

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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