Overall Score
57.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#3729)57.9
Performance(#3133)62.5
Camera(#4887)42.4
Display(#4075)70.5
Battery(#6341)43.5
Build(#264)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Sharp Aquos S2
Short Review
- The Sharp Aquos S2 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 141.8 x 72 x 7.9 mm and weighing 140 grams.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2040 pixels, providing a sharp image quality at approximately 420 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by either the Snapdragon 630 or 660 chipset, with options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and app usage.
- The camera setup includes a 12 MP rear camera with dual pixel PDAF and an 8 MP front camera, capable of recording video at 1080p.
- Battery life is supported by a 3020 mAh capacity, with 10W charging, but it does not offer wireless charging.
- The device runs on Android 7.1.1 Nougat, providing a reliable software experience without stereo speakers or a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C.
- Notably, the Aquos S2 does not support 5G.
- It is available in multiple colors, including white, black, blue, and green.
- Overall, the Sharp Aquos S2 combines a modern design with solid performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2040 pixels, 17:9 ratio (~420 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm) - 64/4GBQualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm) - 128/6GB
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex A53) - 64/4GBOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) - 128/6GB
GPUAdreno 508 - 64/4GBAdreno 512 - 128/6GB
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1/3.2", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF8 MP
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.2", 1.4µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3020 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3020 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions141.8 x 72 x 7.9 mm (5.58 x 2.83 x 0.31 in)
Weight140 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite, Black, Blue, Green
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo