Sharp Aquos R9 vs Vivo X500
The Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $599 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,660,924); the Sharp Aquos R9 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sharp Aquos R9
Vivo X500
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 144Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $820
- Better portability (52/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1660924
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1860
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5045
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sharp Aquos R9 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Sharp Aquos R9 — 50/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; 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 X500 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (96/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sharp Aquos R9 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1660924 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1860 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5045 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Sharp Aquos R9 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Sharp Aquos R9 by 57.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $221. Sharp Aquos R9 was $221 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (96/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Sharp Aquos R9 are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (87/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sharp Aquos R9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Vivo X500?
The Sharp Aquos R9 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sharp Aquos R9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sharp Aquos R9 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Sharp Aquos R9 over the Vivo X500?
The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.