Meizu 21 vs Sharp Aquos R9
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3. Both devices score the same overall rating of 68/100. Key differences: the Sharp Aquos R9 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Meizu 21 is faster in AnTuTu (2,345,563 vs 1,660,924); the Meizu 21 is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Sharp Aquos R9
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2345563 vs 1660924
- Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 1860
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 5045
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 198g
- Better camera (60/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
The Meizu 21 and the Sharp Aquos R9 received the same MobileRank rating — 68/100. In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (82/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100. In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Sharp Aquos R9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 1660924 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 1860 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 5045 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.7×75.3×7.9 mm | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Sharp Aquos R9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 21 leads Sharp Aquos R9 by 41.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu 21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (82/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (61/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Sharp Aquos R9?
Both devices scored 68/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Meizu 21 (82/100 vs 74/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Sharp Aquos R9 leads on camera score (60/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Meizu 21 leads on performance (82/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users.