Realme 16T vs Sharp Aquos R9
The Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3; launch prices were $200 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sharp Aquos R9 leads — 68/100 vs 48/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16T has the bigger battery (8000 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 16T doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16T
Sharp Aquos R9
What makes Realme 16T better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $599
- Longer battery life (64/100 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
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (60/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 16T vs the Sharp Aquos R9, the Sharp Aquos R9 scores 20 points higher (68/100 vs 48/100). 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 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T leads (64/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme 16T — 56/100, 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 16T (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Realme 16T (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Realme 16T (60/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 16T | 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 | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 8.9×None×None mm | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Realme 16T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 16T
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 16T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 16T and Sharp Aquos R9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sharp Aquos R9 leads Realme 16T by 68.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Realme 16T was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (74/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Realme 16T (90/100 vs 75/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Realme 16T (60/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16T or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Sharp Aquos R9 significantly outperforms the Realme 16T by 20 points (68/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16T and the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Realme 16T has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16T or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Sharp Aquos R9 leads on camera score (60/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 16T or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Sharp Aquos R9 leads on performance (74/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16T over the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users.