Sharp Aquos Sense9 vs Xiaomi 17
The Sharp Aquos Sense9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 59/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 798,429); the Sharp Aquos Sense9 is noticeably lighter (166g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sharp Aquos Sense9
Xiaomi 17
What makes Sharp Aquos Sense9 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 166g vs 191g
- Better display (92/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 36W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sharp Aquos Sense9 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 28 points higher (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense9 (95/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos Sense9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense9 (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense9 (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos Sense9 is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sharp Aquos Sense9 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.1" LTPO IGZO OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 36W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.0×73.0×8.9 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Sharp Aquos Sense9
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Sharp Aquos Sense9
- 6.1" LTPO IGZO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Sharp Aquos Sense9
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 36W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Sharp Aquos Sense9 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Sharp Aquos Sense9 by 75.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sharp Aquos Sense9
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense9 (95/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos Sense9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense9 (81/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense9 (87/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos Sense9 is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sharp Aquos Sense9 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense9 by 28 points (87/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Sharp Aquos Sense9 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Sharp Aquos Sense9 has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sharp Aquos Sense9 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sharp Aquos Sense9 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Sharp Aquos Sense9 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.