Realme 15x vs Sharp Aquos R9
The Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3; launch prices were $250 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sharp Aquos R9 leads — 68/100 vs 51/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Sharp Aquos R9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,660,924 vs 528,398); the Sharp Aquos R9 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't; the Sharp Aquos R9 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 15x
Sharp Aquos R9
What makes Realme 15x better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $599
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1660924 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1860 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5045 vs 1980
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 212g
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (60/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 15x vs the Sharp Aquos R9, the Sharp Aquos R9 scores 17 points higher (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 leads (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 leads (60/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x leads (75/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme 15x — 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 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (60/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Realme 15x are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 15x | Sharp Aquos R9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 1660924 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 1860 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 5045 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme 15x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 15x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 15x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless charging: no data
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 15x and Sharp Aquos R9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sharp Aquos R9 leads Realme 15x by 68.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Realme 15x was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (74/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (90/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Realme 15x (60/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (75/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Realme 15x are nearly equal (52/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 15x or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Sharp Aquos R9 is noticeably better than the Realme 15x — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 15x and the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Realme 15x has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 15x or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Sharp Aquos R9 leads on camera score (60/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 15x or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Sharp Aquos R9 leads on performance (74/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 15x over the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Realme 15x is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users.