HMD Arc vs Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
The HMD Arc (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, 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 20/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,797,821 vs 153,667); the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Arc doesn't; the HMD Arc is noticeably lighter (185g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Arc
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
What makes HMD Arc better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 229g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 27/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1797821 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 1923 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5179 vs 846
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Arc vs the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro scores 56 points higher (76/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads (75/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Arc (75/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Arc (99/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Arc (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro notably outperforms the HMD Arc (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Arc significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (57/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Arc | Sharp Aquos R9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 1797821 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 576x1280 | 1440x3120 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 Go | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 460 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×76.9×9.0 mm | 162.0×78.0×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
HMD Arc
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
HMD Arc
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 576x1280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
- 6.7" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3120
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Arc
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Arc and Sharp Aquos R9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads HMD Arc by 91.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Arc (75/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Arc (99/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Arc (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro notably outperforms the HMD Arc (66/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Arc significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (57/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Arc or the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro significantly outperforms the HMD Arc by 56 points (76/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Arc and the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The HMD Arc has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Arc or the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Arc or the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads on performance (75/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the HMD Arc over the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.