Google Pixel 9 vs Sharp Aquos R9
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 68/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Sharp Aquos R9 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Sharp Aquos R9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,660,924 vs 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Sharp Aquos R9
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Better camera (75/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1660924 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 1860 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5045 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Sharp Aquos R9, the Google Pixel 9 scores 1 points higher (69/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Sharp Aquos R9 — 50/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (74/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Sharp Aquos R9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1660924 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1860 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 5045 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Sharp Aquos R9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sharp Aquos R9 leads Google Pixel 9 by 6.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Sharp Aquos R9 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (74/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (75/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Sharp Aquos R9 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users.