The Sharp Aquos R2 was released in May 2018. It features a design with dimensions of 156 x 74 x 9 mm and weighs 181 g. Available in Black and White, the phone presents a sleek and modern appearance.
Software
The device was originally launched with Android 8.0 (Oreo) and is upgradable to Android 10. The user interface (UI) is not specified, but it runs on the standard Android experience with possible customizations by Sharp.
Hardware
The Sharp Aquos R2 is powered by an Octa-core CPU, combining 4×2.6 GHz Kryo 385 Gold and 4×1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver cores. It uses the Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 chipset (10 nm) and features the Adreno 630 GPU. With 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, it provides decent performance for everyday tasks. The device also supports expandable storage via a card slot.
Sensors
The phone is equipped with several sensors including a front-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyro, proximity sensor, and compass. These sensors enhance the phone’s functionality and user experience.
Network
The Sharp Aquos R2 supports 2G, 3G, and 4G network technologies but does not support 5G. It features Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) capabilities, allowing users to manage two SIM cards.
Display
The phone sports a 6.0-inch IGZO IPS LCD with a resolution of 1440 x 3040 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 561 ppi. The display provides sharp and vibrant visuals, though it lacks some of the advanced features found in newer models.
Camera
The camera setup includes a 22.6 MP main camera with PDAF and an additional 16.3 MP camera specifically for video recording. The front camera is a 16.3 MP lens. The camera system supports features such as LED flash, HDR, and panorama, allowing for versatile photography options.
Performance
In terms of performance, the Sharp Aquos R2 scores 265,000 on AnTuTu, indicating it is a mid-range device. For gaming, it can achieve 30 FPS in both PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty Mobile on smooth settings, which is suitable for casual gaming but may struggle with more demanding titles.
