Sharp Aquos R9 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 68/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,660,924); the Sharp Aquos R9 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sharp Aquos R9
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1660924
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1860
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5045
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sharp Aquos R9 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 20 points higher (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Sharp Aquos R9 — 50/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sharp Aquos R9 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1660924 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1860 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5045 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Sharp Aquos R9 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Sharp Aquos R9 by 54.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Sharp Aquos R9 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (97/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (90/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (90/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sharp Aquos R9 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 by 20 points (88/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Sharp Aquos R9 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Sharp Aquos R9 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sharp Aquos R9 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sharp Aquos R9 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Sharp Aquos R9 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.