Sharp Aquos R9 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $599 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sharp Aquos R9 leads — 68/100 vs 65/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,724,757 vs 1,660,924).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sharp Aquos R9
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1860 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5045 vs 4313
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 209g
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (60/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1724757 vs 1660924
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $599
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sharp Aquos R9 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Sharp Aquos R9 scores 3 points higher (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 leads (60/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Sharp Aquos R9 — 50/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; 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 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (60/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sharp Aquos R9 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 1660924 | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1860 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5045 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Sharp Aquos R9 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Sharp Aquos R9 by 3.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Tecno Pova 7 Ultra was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (60/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sharp Aquos R9 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Sharp Aquos R9 edges out the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Sharp Aquos R9 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sharp Aquos R9 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Sharp Aquos R9 leads on camera score (60/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Sharp Aquos R9 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.