Nothing Phone (3) vs Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
The Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 77/100 vs 76/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3) has the bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 5000); the Nothing Phone (3) is faster in AnTuTu (2,371,693 vs 1,797,821); the Nothing Phone (3) is noticeably lighter (198g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (3)
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
What makes Nothing Phone (3) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2371693 vs 1797821
- Better Geekbench Single: 2162 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6847 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 5150 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 198g vs 229g
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 27/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3) vs the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro, the Nothing Phone (3) scores 1 points higher (77/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (49/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3) | Sharp Aquos R9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2371693 | 1797821 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2162 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6847 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1440x3120 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 5150 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | 162.0×78.0×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
- 6.7" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3120
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (3) and Sharp Aquos R9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nothing Phone (3) leads Sharp Aquos R9 Pro by 31.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro and the Nothing Phone (3) are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (49/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3) edges out the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3) and the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3) has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on performance (82/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3) over the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.