Meizu 20 Classic vs Sharp Aquos R9
The Meizu 20 Classic (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sharp Aquos R9 leads — 68/100 vs 64/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Sharp Aquos R9 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Meizu 20 Classic is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,660,924).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 20 Classic
Sharp Aquos R9
What makes Meizu 20 Classic better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1660924
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1860
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 5045
- Lighter: 190g vs 195g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 144Hz
- Better camera (60/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 20 Classic vs the Sharp Aquos R9, the Sharp Aquos R9 scores 4 points higher (68/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 leads (60/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Meizu 20 Classic and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Meizu 20 Classic (60/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 20 Classic | Sharp Aquos R9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 1660924 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1860 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 5045 | |
| Display | 6.5" OLED | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.9×73.5×8.0 mm | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 20 Classic
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 32MP
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu 20 Classic
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 20 Classic
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 20 Classic and Sharp Aquos R9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 20 Classic leads Sharp Aquos R9 by 5.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Meizu 20 Classic
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Meizu 20 Classic and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Meizu 20 Classic (60/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 20 Classic or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Sharp Aquos R9 edges out the Meizu 20 Classic by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu 20 Classic and the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Meizu 20 Classic has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 20 Classic or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Sharp Aquos R9 leads on camera score (60/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 20 Classic over the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Meizu 20 Classic is a better fit for active users. The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users.