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Sharp Aquos R6 (12GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£450RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.6 inchesMain camera megapixels:20.2 MP

Sharp Aquos R6 (12GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 63% of models
Score components

90%

7.1

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 63% of smartphones
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 65% of models
Score components

25%

7.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

8.1

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

6.2

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

â–²Better than 65% of smartphones
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £450

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Sharp Aquos R6 (12GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 65% of models
Score components:

25%

7.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

8.1

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

6.2

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

7.1
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Sharp Aquos R6 (12GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components:

60%

7.1

Overall score

40%

8.1

Price

7.4
Brand name
Sharp
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
â–² Better than 76% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor which is faster than processors in 75.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
RAM capacity
12 GB
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Internal storage
128 GB
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.84 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.84 GHz
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.84 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 68.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
Multi-lens main camera
no
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
20.2 MP
Main camera megapixels
20.2 MP
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 20.2 MP which is lower than that of 84.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 which is narrower than that of 90.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
116.4 mm²
Main camera sensor area
116.4 mm²
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 116.4 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 98.7% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
2.4 µm
Main camera pixel size
2.4 µm
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 2.4 µm which is larger than in 99.9% of smartphones and equal to the size in 0.1% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.6 inches
Screen size
6.6 inches
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.6 inches which is smaller than the screens of 62.9% of smartphones and equal to those of 4.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1260x 2730 px
Screen resolution
1260x 2730 px
â–² Better than 82% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1260x2730 px which is higher than that of 81.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
535 ppi
Pixel density
535 ppi
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 535 ppi which is higher than that of 98% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
240 Hz
Refresh rate
240 Hz
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 240 Hz which is higher than in 99.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 0.3% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
33 W
Charging speed
33 W
â–¼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 38.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 12% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
â–² Better than 55% of models
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163 mm
Height
163 mm
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163 mm which is shorter than 57.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
Width
76 mm
Width
76 mm
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76 mm which is narrower than 47.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.7 mm
Thickness
8.7 mm
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.7 mm which is thicker than 69.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Weight
199 g
Weight
199 g
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 199 g which is heavier than 55.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 3.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
99,104 cm³
Device volume
99,104 cm³
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 99,104 cm³ which is larger than 58.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
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Sharp Aquos R6 (12GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3.64x larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    116.4 mm²
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (116.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    116.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 1.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    2.4 µm
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (2.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 35.4% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    535 ppi
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (535 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    535 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    4320 x 30 fps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    20000000:1
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (20000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    20,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2x higher refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    240 Hz
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (240 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    240 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 18.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.84 GHz
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.84 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    1 x 2.84 GHz & 3 x 2.42 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.84 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.84 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    8 W
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    51.2 GB/s
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Process node
    5 nm
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3x more shader units
    N. of shading units
    768
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (768 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    768 vs 256
  • 64.8% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    5,133
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (5,133 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    5,133 vs 3,115
  • Better processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    3,200 MHz
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 19% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    3,014
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,014 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,014 vs 2,533
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    Cross-site tracking protection
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 3.64x larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    116.4 mm²
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (116.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    116.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 1.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    2.4 µm
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (2.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    4320 x 30 fps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Has a front LED flash
    Front LED flash
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone features a front-facing LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 7.8% of smartphones include a front flash.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    Laser autofocus
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Has an RGB LED flash
    RGB LED flash
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartphone features an RGB LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 3.9% of smartphones include RGB flash.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 35.4% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    535 ppi
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (535 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    535 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    20000000:1
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (20000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    20,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 2x higher refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    240 Hz
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (240 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    240 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1260 x 2730 px
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1260x2730 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1260x2730 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    Dolby Vision support
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 1,000 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    2000 nits
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (2000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 36.4% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    900 nits
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (900 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    900 nits vs 660 nits
  • Has a curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >2 m
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Better IP rating
    IP rating
    IP68
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.9
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Single-lens main camera
    Multi-lens main camera
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    20.2 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (20.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    20.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 33.6% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    522 min
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <487 min – >1.3k min
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (522 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    522 min vs 786 min
  • 11.6% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    840 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (840 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    840 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 5.44x less popular
    Sharp Aquos R6 (12GB + 128GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 73.1% more expensive
    Sharp Aquos R6 (12GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£450 vs £260).
    £450 vs £260
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 11.6% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    840 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (840 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    840 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 24% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    462
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <133 – >2.4k
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (462 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    462 vs 608
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 11
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    Scrolling screenshots
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    Play while downloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.9
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Single-lens main camera
    Multi-lens main camera
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    20.2 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (20.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    20.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    12.6 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (12.6 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    12.6 MP vs 16 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.3
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.3 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.3 vs f/2.2
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • Worse display glass type
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 0.07 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6.6 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 33.6% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    522 min
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <487 min – >1.3k min
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (522 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    522 min vs 786 min
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 3 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2021
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2021 vs 2024). 3.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    May 2021
    2021 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    Brand origin
    Japan
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    Japan vs China
  • 0.4 mm thicker
    Thickness
    8.7 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.7 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.4% heavier
    Weight
    199 g
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (199 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    199 g vs 196.2 g

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engadget.com
17/05/2021
Summary of the review
Sharp's powerful Aquos R6 features a huge one-inch camera sensor
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techprincess.it
17/05/2021
Summary of the review
Sharp's Aquos R6 is the first smartphone with a 1-inch sensor
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What we like about Sharp Aquos R6 (12GB + 128GB)

  • Exceptional display quality with Pro IGZO OLED technology, 240Hz dynamic refresh rate, and 2000 nits peak brightness, praised for its smoothness and vibrancy.
  • Industry-leading camera hardware, featuring a large 1-inch 20MP sensor developed with Leica, capable of producing high-quality images with low noise in good lighting.
  • Solid flagship performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset and 12GB of RAM, with users reporting a smooth, lag-free experience for everyday tasks and even intensive use after a software update.
  • Good battery life from the 5,000mAh capacity, especially when the high-speed display setting is managed.
  • High-end build quality, including IP65/IP68 water and dust resistance, a premium look, and durable materials.
  • Useful array of physical features, including a 3.5mm headphone jack, expandable storage via microSD, and stereo speakers.
  • Advanced security features, such as the large, fast Qualcomm 3D Sonic Max under-display fingerprint sensor that can use two fingerprints simultaneously for extra security.

What we don't like about Sharp Aquos R6 (12GB + 128GB)

  • Significant overheating issues, particularly during prolonged heavy use like 3D gaming or 4K video recording, which can lead to throttling and temporary camera shutdown warnings.
  • Camera software needs improvement; users report frustratingly slow and unreliable autofocus, shutter lag, and difficulty in getting consistently sharp, in-focus photos, similar to handling an old compact camera.
  • Shallow depth of field due to the large sensor and lens, making focus more challenging and prone to blur if not handled carefully.
  • No optical image stabilization (OIS) on the main lens, a drawback for a camera-focused flagship phone.
  • Subpar digital zoom quality, which gets grainy quickly beyond x5 zoom.
  • The 240Hz display is achieved with black frame insertion (BFI), not a true 240Hz refresh, and it can be prone to temporary burn-ins.
  • Limited availability, primarily sold in Japan, which means less community support and potential band incompatibility for international users.
  • Relatively slow 18W/20W wired charging speed compared to other flagship phones.

Verdict

The Sharp Aquos R6 is a high-performance smartphone powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G chipset, featuring 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage with microSD expansion. Its most standout characteristic is the world's first 1-inch 20.2MP rear camera sensor co-engineered with Leica, complemented by a 6.6-inch Pro IGZO OLED display that offers a variable 240Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 2,000 nits. Major pros include its exceptional low-light photography capabilities, a massive 5,000mAh battery, a highly secure ultrasonic 3D Sonic Max fingerprint sensor, and the retention of a 3.5mm headphone jack. However, users may encounter drawbacks such as noticeable shutter lag, inconsistent camera software processing compared to mainstream rivals, and a limited global release that often confines official software support and availability to the Japanese market.

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