Sharp AQUOS Sense10 Review: Compact Design, Bright Display, and Reliable Performance

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Sharp has released the Aquos Sense 10, the successor to last year's Aquos Sense 9. According to Sharp, this mid range phone will go on sale in Japan on November 13, 2025, and will subsequently be marketed in Taiwan, Singapore, and Indonesia. The Sharp Aquos Sense 10 is equipped with a 6.1 inch Pro IGZO OLED display with Full HD+ resolution, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and a variable refresh rate of up to 240 Hz for a more responsive animation experience. Its peak brightness reaches 1,500 nits, ensuring the display remains clear even in direct sunlight.

The Aquos Sense 10 is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, which is claimed to offer up to a 20 percent increase in CPU performance, 40 percent improvement in graphics performance, and 30 percent faster AI capabilities than the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2.

The phone is paired with two memory options: 6 GB of RAM + 128 GB of storage and 8 GB of RAM + 256 GB of storage. The operating system runs Android 16 and is powered by a 5,000 mAh battery that is claimed to last up to two days with standard use (ten hours of daily use). For photography, the Aquos Sense 10 features a 50.3 MP main camera that functions as both a standard and wide angle camera. On the front, there's a 32 MP camera for selfies and video calls.

Sharp has added several AI based functions that are claimed to improve image quality, including shooting optimization and improved voice clarity during calls. The Aquos Sense 10 is equipped with various additional features such as a fingerprint sensor, facial recognition, NFC, stereo speakers (dual box speakers), and Bluetooth 5.2 support. For durability, this device has received MIL-STD-810H certification, as well as IPX5, IPX8, and IP6X ratings, making it more water and dust resistant.

According to GizmoChina, the Sharp Aquos Sense 10 is available in six colors: Denim Navy, Khaki Green, Pale Pink, Pale Mint, Full Black, and Light Silver. The company also offers matching silicone cases, as well as special editions in collaboration with Japanese brands like SPINGLE, KOJIMA GENES, and BLUE SAKURA, including a denim variant.

The Aquos Sense 10 is priced in Japan for: 6GB/128GB 62,700 yen (approximately $397); 8GB/256GB 69,300 yen (approximately $439).