Sharp Aquos R9 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 68/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 1,660,924); the Sharp Aquos R9 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sharp Aquos R9
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $950
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 1660924
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1860
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5045
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sharp Aquos R9 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 23 points higher (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Sharp Aquos R9 — 50/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (99/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Vivo X300 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sharp Aquos R9 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1660924 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1860 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5045 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Sharp Aquos R9 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Sharp Aquos R9 by 60.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $351. Sharp Aquos R9 was $351 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (99/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Vivo X300 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (96/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sharp Aquos R9 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 by 23 points (91/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Sharp Aquos R9 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sharp Aquos R9 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sharp Aquos R9 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Sharp Aquos R9 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.