Sharp Aquos R9vsSamsung Galaxy Z Fold6

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

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.
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.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Sharp Aquos R9
2.80 GHz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
3.40 GHz

RAM

Winner
Sharp Aquos R9
8GB
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
12GB

Storage

Tie
Sharp Aquos R9
256GB
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
256GB

Weight

Winner
Sharp Aquos R9
195g
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
239g
Rank
Sharp Aquos R9
#346
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Winner
#101
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Sharp Aquos R9
#532
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#296
Winner
Design
Sharp Aquos R9
#308
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#393
Display
Sharp Aquos R9
#710
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#237
Winner
Performance
Sharp Aquos R9
#142
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#32
Winner
Battery
Sharp Aquos R9
#153
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#610
Camera
Sharp Aquos R9
#430
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#395
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
Sharp Aquos R9
#1
Tie
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
#1
Tie

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Sharp Sharp Aquos R9
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3 Leading Edition
CPU
1 x 2,9 Ghz Cortex, X4, 4 x 2,6 Ghz Cortex, A720, 3 x 1,9 Ghz Cortex, A520
1x3.4GHz Cortex, X4 + 3x3.2 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x3.0 GHz Cortex, A720 + 2x2.3 GHz Cortex, A520
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
2.80
3.40
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 732
Adreno 1000MHz
RAM
8
12
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
RAM LPDDR5X
Capacity
256
256
Type
UFS Storage 4.0
UFS Storage 4.0
SD slot
N/A
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
N/A
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Barometer sensor
N/A
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
Yes
Hall sensor
N/A
Yes
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
Yes
Audio
Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Dolby Atmos, Stereo Speakers
Antutu Score
1366982
2200000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 92% of devices
Overall performance better than 98% 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

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

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
Read Full Reviews

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.

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?

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