Google Pixel 9 vs Sharp Aquos R9 Pro

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads — 76/100 vs 69/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,797,821 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 229g).

The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 9

Performance 73
Display 82
Camera 75
Battery 46
Portability 55
Value for money 52

Sharp Aquos R9 Pro

Performance 75
Display 99
Camera 81
Battery 66
Portability 27
Value for money —

What makes Google Pixel 9 better?

  • Lighter: 198g vs 229g

  • Better portability (55/100 vs 27/100)

What makes Sharp Aquos R9 Pro better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1797821 vs 1561427
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1923 vs 1850
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5179 vs 4900
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (75/100 vs 73/100)
  • Better camera (81/100 vs 75/100)
  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro scores 7 points higher (76/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (55/100 vs 27/100).

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro: The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 9 Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
AnTuTu 1561427 1797821
Geekbench Single 1850 1923
Geekbench Multi 4900 5179
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 6.7" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
Resolution 2424x1080 1440x3120
Refresh rate 120 Hz 240 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W —
Wireless charging 15W —
DXOMark (camera) 143 —
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 162.0×78.0×9.3 mm
Weight 198 g 229 g
Launch price $799 —

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 9

  • Main: 50MP f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera

Sharp Aquos R9 Pro

  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
81
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 9

  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

Sharp Aquos R9 Pro

  • 6.7" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3120
  • Refresh rate: 240 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 9

  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
46
battery

Sharp Aquos R9 Pro

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
66
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 and Sharp Aquos R9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Google Tensor G4
69/100
1561427 AnTuTu
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
76/100 +13.1%
1797821 AnTuTu

Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads Google Pixel 9 by 13.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 9

$799

Sharp Aquos R9 Pro

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (66/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (55/100 vs 27/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?

The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro — 76/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?

The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 75/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.