AQUOS R9 Pro - So Good... And So Bad!

[@mokisan]

Thank you so much for covering this phone!! You are probably the only English speaking youtuber covering it and also it means great for a review to come from you 😊

[@kavelab699]

The Display is actually not "240Hz". The refresh rate itself is 120Hz, it just uses so called black frame insertion at double the frame rate to make motion appear clearer and to just reduce motion blur in general. If you turn on the Android FPS-Counter, it will show 120, not 240.

[@716_ハディくん]

@@kavelab699 japanese company being fraud ? again ?

[@ranmark4408]

Anyway, "look at that animation speed". Proceeds to demonstrate 120hz fluidity in a 60 fps video lmao.

[@716_ハディくん]

@@ranmark4408 i love that you all acting like he saying this is good phone lol

[@kavelab699]

@@716_ハディくん I honestly really like Sharp's phones, they are one of the only ones remaining that use Stock Android. It's just way overpriced.

[@AverageDadOfficial]

so it is 240hz lol! and for the dummy that mentioned the 60 fps video showing 120hz... you are so dumb, i cant even respond

[@itsmepickles]

As someone else has stated this has a 8s Gen 3 which is a bit behind the 8 Gen 3. They shouldn't have really released an 8s as I think it confuses people. But yea for that price it should have been an 8 elite

[@figu26]

I love that your covering this phone. I am watching on my leica leitz phone 1 which is basically an r7. Love this channel.

[@CarlosGuzmanjp]

I used to buy only Sharp phones during my almost 15 years living in Japan. Great to see they are still doing their best to come up with innovative products!

[@troycampbell1781]

I'm surprised that this brand is still around because no tech reviewer talks about it. You are the first reviewer to mention it

[@kbl4891]

Sharp only release them as a japan exclusive and doesn’t release global version

[@716_ハディくん]

@@kbl4891 how they managed to survive when 65% japanese use iphone

[@bigbadcalamity721]

@@kbl4891it does release and sell in Taiwan, Singapore and Indonesia afaik

[@ernestkj]

@@kbl4891 actually they did release in a few countries in Asia. Prob just didn't do a worldwide release

[@Vss077]

They also still have a market in those area, pretty much always outdated phones used by the older generation but the chance seeing a 60-70 year old person having a sharp is "high" but still very small in that sense.

[@MertKazam]

Fantastic review mate! I've also got this phone and was going to do a video covering it but I think you've put everything perfectly haha! Love the screen on this thing, the oled panel is stunning, cameras are great also imo...shame they didn't just slap the 8 gen 3 in it rather than 8s gen 3 though, especially at the price point. I picked mine up on Etoren for around 750 which ok isnt cheap but certainly better than some of the prices other people are charging, overall im happy with it although its no Vivo x200 pro or Oppo find x7 ultra!

[@firasalatiyat866]

It does NOT even have 8 Gen 3, it has the 8s Gen 3 processor, which is behind in performance. Sharp is way off with their pricing!

[@716_ハディくん]

@@firasalatiyat866 do you really think sharp can maintain that price if they use 8 gen 3 ?

[@firasalatiyat866]

@716_ハディくん Sharp are out of their minds for pricing such specs at such price. I'm not sure who is going to buy it except for reviewers/influencers. Why pay that much when you can get a premium brand flagship? I don't know much about the Japanese market dynamics, but I'm guessing the global norms apply?

[@a1000island]

​@@716_ハディくんyes

[@AverageDadOfficial]

my point still stands but tanks for wasting your tome correcting me. one day i will be as perfect as you

[@minhajahmed123]

​@@AverageDadOfficialIf you're making a review, it's kind of useful to share accurate information.

[@StefanosPantelaios]

This is likely your first Sharp smartphone. To install software updates, you need to use a VPN and set your location to Japan. If your location isn't set to Japan, the phone won’t recognize any software updates as available. Data connectivity is often poor in Japanese Sharp smartphones due to missing global 4G and 5G bands. The Taiwanese versions are the true global versions, as they lack the drawbacks found in the Japanese models. All LYT-900 and IMX989 sensors are 0.98" in size. Many other phones use the entire sensor area but advertise it as a 1" sensor. For example, the Vivo X100 Pro's main camera is officially listed as a 0.98" sensor on their website. Pixel UI and stock Android are not the same.

[@samanthamarasca1177]

Great video Mike! That's a thick boy! Interested to see how they sell in Japan, feels like a similar to sell to the Sony V series, a very targeted audience

[@therepearblack3552]

Oh nice, first person has the sharp Aquos R9 Pro 🔥 I've been looking for this phone on online sites and couldn't find it

[@joelconolly5574]

I've watched a Sharp Aquos R9 Pro vs Xperia 1 VI review from a Japanese KZbinr. It's also behind the Xperia by a lot even with the great sensor. Just goes to show processing also matters in a smartphone. Maybe that's where the Sharp should focus next.

[@lfthb7tcjo75gid7jhajlniooj]

Great review. Just bought one after watching this review. Great advice.

[@AverageDadOfficial]

Enjoy it

[@redstang70]

Agree with you mike, its a cool device for sure but at that price point its just too limited in areas that it absolutely shouldn't be

[@davidgibson277]

One quick question (and great to see you covering this phone, I have the R7!) - does this Japanese International version come with the 4g bands needed (especially I think the band 20?) for the UK, as sharps website is pretty confusing with regards which versions come with which bands! Even at the price I would be tempted if so, I found the Aquos I had quite charming in its way!

[@seanburns1972]

I used to have a Sharp flip phone many years ago on Vodafone

[@716_ハディくん]

I'm surprised that there's actually a big tech reviewer who actually knows about sharp aquos r series all i found was the sense series review

[@AverageDadOfficial]

i am still small but i appreciate it mate!

[@716_ハディくん]

@@AverageDadOfficial you are great reviewer mate i hope you can cover more niche brands in the future

[@S-I-R-E]

R9 Pro has *8s Gen 3* < 8 Gen 2 < 8 Gen 3 < 8 Elite. Important because the performance is as it looks above. Buy this from Etoren, $984 USDwith $32 shipping. Price may dropto 600 or so soon just like R8s Pro did.

[@davidgibson277]

How do they manage to get them so cheap!?

[@S-I-R-E]

@davidgibson277 because it not expensive to begin with. Now, I'm sure there are taxes, duties, shipping and other expenses this avgdad website has to cover because well, EU... but Etoren is a Singaporean e-commerce website that sources directly from Sharp. Believe it or not even Etoren price is higher by about $100 but that's only for overseas. Scalpers are crazy and you can find this exact phone going for $1900 on eBay. Etoren is not Saint either, they too are selling some phones like VIVO X Note for $1200-1300 and that phone is 3 years old. Although most products are priced very reasonably here. Hope that helps

[@amirbahalegharn365]

@@davidgibson277 probably certified refurbished

[@DaRazorback]

I remember before I trusted the quality of vivo and Xiaomi, I really wanted a Sony or Sharp phone, but I truly know China has passed them in basically every way.

[@Terminator-kh]

Nice review mate, probably another YTB reviewer will buy it and re-sell it again. But can't imagine its retail price would be +£1K as It's spec is behind. Magic 7 Pro is £1100 already.

[@laurentm7416]

Thanks a lot for being the first non-Asian based to review this sharp R9pro. I am looking to change my find X3pro next week for CNY I am leaving for Singapore. I wanted to upgrade to the find X8pro, so I expected a review for this sharp, knowing already that the camera was a bit shaky (Japanese review 2 months ago) and they didn't fix it via update. It's a bit like a Xiaomi 14 ultra with a top main sensor but below for other specs. So I wasn't sure about getting the sharp R9pro, the Xiaomi 14 ultra, the Magic 7pro or the findX8 pro because I can get their global versions locally here. And now I am confused lol 😅 Nevertheless, I am surprised by the price for the Sharp R9 pro (global) because In Singapore I can get it for 750 GBP (Sharp Store official), and now the Xiaomi 14 ultra (global) for 840 GBP while for the honor and the oppo, your prices are good, especially for Someone based in the UK (people should be happy to have you there 👍). Thank you/ Merci

[@taiko7126]

u should check out one plus 13 and vivo x200 pro since they compare well with find x8

[@ultimateultra2419]

Still using my Sharp Aquos r5g. Not as primary. Purchased it used 3 years ago. In my view, sharp is not there. They can't come close to Chinese phone brands. They need a lot of catch up to do. Because I used Xiaomi mi 11 ultra for almost 3 years with this Aquos r5g. Xiaomi was so much better in everything. In fact one of the best ROM in android.

[@MrHarvenator]

Great review! Such a shame this phone is overpriced we need more competitors in the market and any Japanese brand is more than welcome in my book but it has to be attractive for the average consumer Japan used to make the most mouth drooling tech in the past I sincerely hope to find their mojo back! And for any manufacturer out there, put the charger in the box! Consumer are growing tired of being scammed it is proven over and over again that buying a separate charger creates a bigger footprint on the environment! Extra Packaging, extra delivery costs we might be dumb but not stupid😉

[@Sidh_techOfficial]

Do you need graphic designer for thumbnail editing

[@gt3gi0]

9:06 omg for £1300, that zoom animation is horrendous 🤢

[@bravo154cm]

Great review, honest! Well done!

[@AverageDadOfficial]

Much appreciated!

[@Djoki1]

They still make phones?

[@AverageDadOfficial]

for now 😜

[@fiz1018]

Just wondering would you price match etoren (its £800)

[@AverageDadOfficial]

lol, no... legit sites only

[@fiz1018]

@@AverageDadOfficial its a 4.4 on trustpilot

[@amirbahalegharn365]

japanese phones are weird like sth else maybe some gcam ports with config can improve photography experience & quality. for me, vivo x200 ultra with 35mm main camera plus best telephoto on the market, is the one I am most excited to see review & comparisons

[@Panosser]

Hi any chance to sell huawei mate 70pro plus as used?

[@simonbcity]

Sharp are taking the piss lol..How they are still making phones is anyone's guess when LG have finished ..

[@716_ハディくん]

@@simonbcity they only sell them in limited region

[@ernestkj]

Technically Foxconn is behind the Sharp brand now..

[@euricofonseca8514]

They have fixed carrier companies contracts in Japan and are partially owned by Foxconn (Apple's manufacturer) that helps them to stay afloat.

[@bigbadcalamity721]

I would have bought this phone except that it’s very pricey for a phone with sd 8s gen 3 chipset. It’s selling at $1399 retail price in my country. I’m only willing to spend $899-999 only for this. It’s ok though, I’m sure the price will drop a lot in a couple of months. Hopefully I’m still interested in this phone by then.

[@thedarkknight1971]

It's on Android 14, has a 'Proposed' 3 year OS updates (personally I PREFER pure/unbloated Android) and last years SOC... So the £1300 price? Nope. Doesn't quite add up to a great phone. I'd rather a 120Hz, SD X-Elite and an extra year for that price... 🤨 😎🇬🇧

[@Patrikch100]

Sony dnes not even give you the cable in the box. 😂

[@iamMcLovinLuigi]

Lol this happened to me with the Nubia z50s pro. I loved the specs for the price but as soon I started using it i was like is this a prototype? It didn't even reach Android 14...

[@716_ハディくん]

@@iamMcLovinLuigi at least this promise to have up to 3 major android upgrade

[@kavelab699]

I like that it runs Stock Android. It's becoming a rarity these days.

[@716_ハディくん]

@@kavelab699 because japanese can't develop their own smooth os like nothing

[@jonathanreid7785]

This is why they don't do too many devices the phone seems bad to the competition and that 20x zoom that is shocking so so poor

[@ZidanMobiles]

Do you use a foldable device as your main device?

[@716_ハディくん]

@@ZidanMobiles iphone 16 pro max if I'm not wrong, he loves the consistency of ios optimization

[@AverageDadOfficial]

i use a Magic 7 RSR and and iphone for recording my youtube videos

[@SeeUDiary]

Honor Magic 7pro review please ❤

[@archiemcintosh8490]

£1300! So they dont want to sell any...

[@716_ハディくん]

@@archiemcintosh8490 and yet people still bought them

[@cordigunstheobliterator5251]

The speaker sounded clearer on the aquos

[@itsmepokemon8246]

Good joke 😂😂😂😂

[@716_ハディくん]

@@itsmepokemon8246 how

[@davidgibson277]

​@@itsmepokemon8246he maybe right, it sounded good quality to me and some of the local Japanese reviews I have read have commented that the audio *quality* is very but it has a frustratingly low full volume.

[@amirbahalegharn365]

@@itsmepokemon8246 some ears are more sensitives to low, some to high. of you are older or younger, the frequency received will be different. so as long as the individual has enjoyed the speaker output, that's enough

[@itsmepokemon8246]

@@amirbahalegharn365 he said it was better on this one which is lie he may have enjoyed it but surely it wasn't better you are hitting the wrong side of it it's like saying 20$ is more than 30$ for some people 20$ may be enough but it doesn't change the fact that 30$ is more he can enjoy it you sound like a person who loves to reply when there is no need to sounds like you have a habit of correcting something while really there is no need

[@KNBTV48]

Is the first time I'm hearing about this type of phone

[@marklola12]

That price and it can't even do 4k 120fps

[@RpgeeX]

Using this phone for a month now 😅

[@AverageDadOfficial]

you and no one else lol Thoughts?

[@RpgeeX]

@AverageDadOfficial battery life is below average in 2025 , camera features are weird , in auto mode doesn't have Leica signature colour settings as Xiaomi 14 Ultra did. For example, if you want to take black white photos , you can only do that in manual mode , or post-production.... The 50.3M option takes pictures sometimes less sharp than the default 12m.... Tele lens is 2 years behind mainstream .... Build quality is very good . Dual finger unlock and unlock when screen is off features are ahead of Google pixels update ..list goes

[@RpgeeX]

@AverageDadOfficial currently using the same version for fun as your picture shown , which is the Japanese version. I also used Singapore version ,which comes with cable , phone case and some accessories, without Leica branding . The AI Assistent for calling is unpolished , but fun to play with . Screen is not the brightest and white noise showed under 20% brightness when showing gray or black backgrounds

[@viktorbaresic4180]

You mean mura on low brightness?

[@RpgeeX]

@@viktorbaresic4180I don’t know what mura means. But I know some of the manufacturers use calibration cameras to adjust every single OLED panel down to pixel degree and program the calibration into their OLED drives to make sure the grey or dark color is pure ( not green or white-ish ), such as IPhone and galaxy phone, also some Chinese brands . Sharp and Sony can’t afford this extra step due to low production ….

[@Chimpy_Mc_Gibbon]

Honest question, why is everyone concerned about trying to awfully digitally crop images (massive zoom numbers)? It will always look shit. Even on full frame cameras it looks shit. It's pointless lol.

[@IMUSTHCOOSEANEWNAMEB]

now the girl voice we're talking!

[@parshakamarsh]

Are they having a laugh, you'd have to be insane to buy one at that price 😂

[@716_ハディくん]

@@parshakamarsh and people still bought them tho not westerners obviously

[@bdw1968]

Sadly Sharp is owned by Terry Guo/Fox Comm. Expect bad quality and extremely low stands for quality assurance control. Avoid Sharp. BTW, I have experience purchasing a Sharp smartphone.

[@Darkest_matter]

bur every cheap huawei and motorola has 5000 mah batteries too.

[@ernestkj]

It's way too overpriced for an unpolished product especially in its class.

[@DOPEGEEE]

This brand, will go down. Im sorry to say this, but nobody would even look at Sharp in your shop. Its nice from you, nobody else does this. But if someone spents this money, I ll go with Samsung Ultra, just as a example. I d rather go with Vivo, Oppo, Oneplus, Honor. Thats my opinion.

[@716_ハディくん]

@@DOPEGEEE i prefer japanese than chinese

[@amirbahalegharn365]

japanese people buy japanese brands as a matter of fact for years. so their customer target is always japan tor domestic sales

[@mclee6022]

totally garbage phone，sir，u are wasting ur money。highly respect！😂😂

[@jeffouellette9946]

You didn't get that you thought that this guy was happy with it. Did you?

[@mclee6022]

@@jeffouellette9946 9:03,.1300£ phone，i cant take it。

[@matsstamos7490]

Each of my foldables was less costly. I'll pass.

[@jeffouellette9946]

Did he call you out specifically? I didn't recognize your name in the the video.

[@AverageDadOfficial]

lol... not every video i do is about wether you should buy lol