Sharp Aquos R8s pro The Sharp Aquos R8s pro is a capable mid-range device, powered by the Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) that comfortably covers most everyday use cases, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2023).
2023 · Mid-range · Android 13 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Flagship), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.6" · 161 x 77 x 9.3 mm (6.34 x 3.03 x 0.37 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
RAM 12GB
Storage 256GB
Main Camera 2 MP · Color spectrum sensor
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓ Fast, responsive Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) for everyday tasks and gaming
✓ 12GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓ Sharp 456 PPI screen
✓ 6.6" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
⊗ Cons
✗ 2 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Photography
ℹ️ Overview
Also Known As
Also known as Aquos R8 pro in Singapore
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Flagship performance tier — top of the line
CPU
Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
OS
Android 13, upgradable to Android 15
RAM
12GB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
456 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
PRO IGZO LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR, 2000 nits (peak)
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
📷 Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Camera Features
Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Charging
27W wired, PD3, PPS Wireless Reverse wireless
📱 Design & Build
Weight
203g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
161 x 77 x 9.3 mm (6.34 x 3.03 x 0.37 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame, plastic back
Sensors
Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
GPS
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro support 5G?› Yes, the Sharp Aquos R8s pro supports 5G connectivity.
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro support eSIM?› Yes, the Sharp Aquos R8s pro supports eSIM.
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro have NFC?› Yes, the Sharp Aquos R8s pro has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro support wireless charging?› Yes, the Sharp Aquos R8s pro supports wireless charging (27W wired, PD3, PPS Wireless Reverse wireless).
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro support reverse wireless charging?› Yes, the Sharp Aquos R8s pro can wirelessly charge other devices.
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro support fast charging?› Yes, up to 27W (27W wired, PD3, PPS Wireless Reverse wireless).
Is the Sharp Aquos R8s pro waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The Sharp Aquos R8s pro is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro have expandable storage?› Yes, the Sharp Aquos R8s pro supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro support dual SIM?› The Sharp Aquos R8s pro SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + eSIM.
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Sharp Aquos R8s pro has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro have stereo speakers?› Yes, the Sharp Aquos R8s pro has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro ship with?› The Sharp Aquos R8s pro ships with Android 13, upgradable to Android 15.
What type of USB port does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro use?› The Sharp Aquos R8s pro uses USB Type-C 3.2.
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro support Wi-Fi 7?› The Sharp Aquos R8s pro supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band.
Does the Sharp Aquos R8s pro support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Sharp Aquos R8s pro has 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless.
