The Sharp Aquos Crystal looked like a phone from the future in 2014. Its screen ran almost edge to edge, which made rival phones look like they were wearing thick picture frames. Today it is a collector’s curiosity, yet some buyers in Pakistan still search for it.
This guide covers the Aquos Crystal price in Pakistan, what the phone offers and where it falls short. We checked each figure against launch coverage, reviews and Pakistani price listings. When the data is thin, we say so—clearly and honestly.
Aquos Crystal Price in Pakistan at a Glance
Here is the honest summary. We found no verifiable official launch of the Aquos Crystal in Pakistan, and no official local warranty. Every rupee figure online is an estimate for imported or used stock, and the figures disagree with each other.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Phone | Sharp Aquos Crystal (known in Japan as 305SH) |
| Announced | August 2014 |
| Launch price (USA) | $239.99 full retail; $149.99 on Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile |
| Review-site listing price | 199 euro (Notebookcheck) |
| Directory list price in Pakistan | Rs 17,500 (unverified) |
| Online listings in Pakistan | Roughly Rs 6,400 to Rs 7,600 |
| Used units in classifieds | Rs 1,200 to Rs 4,500 in the examples we saw |
| Official Pakistani warranty | None that we could verify |
Treat these figures as ballparks. A seller in Karachi and a seller in Lahore can quote different numbers for the same phone, and condition changes everything.
How the Price Moved From Launch to Today
Sprint announced the phone on August 19, 2014 for $239.99 without a contract. Its prepaid brands, Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile, sold it for $149.99. Sprint also offered $0 down with 24 monthly payments of $10, and postpaid customers could buy it from October 17, 2014.
Pakistan never got a matching launch that we could trace. So the local price history comes from price directories, online listings and classified ads, not from an official rate card.
Here is what those sources show:
- Directory pages: Some Pakistani price directories list the phone at Rs 17,500, with a US dollar figure of $113 beside it. That dollar figure does not match the phone’s launch price, so treat the number with caution.
- Online listings: Another Pakistani site listed it at Rs 6,699, and a January 2025 price tracker showed Rs 7,600 as the lowest price. Social media dealer posts have been reported at about Rs 6,400 to Rs 6,500.
- Classified ads: Used units on OLX have appeared for as little as Rs 1,200 and as much as Rs 4,500 in the examples we saw. Some of those ads cover related Aquos Crystal models, so read each title carefully.
The pattern is simple. A 2014 phone with a weak market in Pakistan loses value fast. In our view, any price above about Rs 8,000 deserves a hard second look.
Why Do the Prices Differ So Much?
You may have seen Rs 17,500 on a search result and wondered why other listings show far less. This is our reading of the gap, not a confirmed fact.
Directories often repeat a list price that nobody updates. Because the phone has no official sales channel in Pakistan, no one maintains a current rate. Dealers, on the other hand, price each unit by its condition, battery and how long it has sat on the shelf.
So use Rs 17,500 as a reference point, not a target. In our view, the online-listing range of roughly Rs 6,400 to Rs 7,600 is closer to what buyers actually pay.
Sharp Aquos Crystal Specifications
Here is the spec sheet as reported at launch.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display | 5-inch IGZO, 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (MSM8926) |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz |
| RAM and storage | 1.5 GB RAM, 8 GB internal |
| Memory card | microSD slot (128 GB support reported at launch) |
| Rear camera | 8 MP with LED flash, 1080p video |
| Front camera | 1.2 MP |
| Battery | 2,040 mAh |
| Operating system | Android 4.4.2 KitKat |
| Audio | Harman Kardon sound tuning |
| Thickness | About 10 mm |
| Weight | About 141 g (listing data) |
| Network (USA model) | CDMA / EV-DO and LTE (bands 25, 26, 41) |
Design and Display: The Bezel-Less Idea That Arrived Early
Design was the headline. Sharp squeezed a 5-inch panel into a body closer to a 4.5-inch phone, and narrow bezels on the top and sides were rare in 2014. One reviewer compared the display to an infinity pool, because the screen seems to run on until it simply stops.
Sharp also turned the whole screen into a bone-conduction speaker, so the phone has no visible earpiece. You hold it to your ear as usual. It feels a little strange at first—like talking through a window.
The IGZO panel is 720p. That is fine for messages, YouTube and casual browsing. It is not sharp by today’s standards, and a reviewer noted at the time that Sharp saved money by skipping a 1080p panel.
Performance and Software
The Snapdragon 400 and 1.5 GB of RAM were mid-range in 2014. One reviewer found them fine for 720p YouTube and light games such as Plague Inc. Sharp also added Clip Now, which captures and shares screenshots with a swipe.
Today the picture is different. Android 4.4.2 is very old. Modern banking apps and newer versions of popular messaging apps may refuse to install or run on it. We could not confirm which app versions still work, so test your must-have apps before you pay.
Camera and Battery
The 8 MP rear camera should shoot acceptable daylight photos for its age. The 1.2 MP front camera suits a quick video call and not much more.
The 2,040 mAh battery is small. At launch, Sharp promised up to three days of battery life with normal use, thanks to its power-saving display. That was the company’s own claim, and a battery from 2014 has aged badly. A used unit may need a replacement cell, and that can eat into your savings. Launch coverage lists no wireless charging, so be wary of any listing that claims it.
Network Compatibility in Pakistan: Check This Before Paying
This section matters more than the price.
The Aquos Crystal sold in the USA was built for Sprint’s network and its partner brands. Its listed network support is CDMA / EV-DO with LTE bands 25, 26 and 41. That is our reading of the spec sheet, not a tested result, but it means a signal on a Pakistani SIM is not guaranteed.
Sharp developed the phone for SoftBank in Japan and Sprint in the US, and in Japan it carries the model name 305SH. Some listings mix up details of the two versions, so the network support of a given unit may differ from the table above. Ask the seller for the exact model number and test the phone with your own SIM before you pay. A phone that looks perfect but cannot hold a signal is just a small, expensive mirror.
Also ask about PTA status. Imported phones usually need PTA registration to work on local networks, and that cost can change the real price of the phone.
Aquos Crystal vs Aquos Crystal 2
Buyers often mix up the two models, so here is the quick difference. The Aquos Crystal 2 is a later model with a 5.2-inch 720p screen, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of storage. It runs Android 5.0 and has a 2,030 mAh battery. Pakistani price listings put it near Rs 26,500, though that figure is also an estimate for imported stock.
If a seller asks a Crystal 2 price for a first-generation phone, walk away. The older model is a much cheaper device. There is also a Japan-only Aquos Crystal X with a 5.5-inch screen, so always confirm the exact name on the box or settings screen.
Who Should Buy It, and Who Should Skip It
It can make sense if you:
- collect unusual phones or enjoy early bezel-less designs
- want a cheap backup device and have confirmed network compatibility
- plan to use it for offline music or as a test phone
Skip it if you:
- need a daily phone with modern apps and security updates
- depend on mobile banking or digital wallets
- want an official warranty or easy repairs
Smart Buying Tips
- Confirm the model number. Crystal, Crystal 2 and Crystal X are different phones.
- Test the signal. Insert your SIM and make a call before paying.
- Check the screen and battery. Look for cracks and dead pixels, then watch the battery drain.
- Ask about PTA. Get the answer in writing.
- Compare listings. Check at least three offers.
Frequently Asked Questions
1.What is the Aquos Crystal price in Pakistan?
Online listings point to roughly Rs 6,400 to Rs 7,600, and used units can sell for less. Some directories show Rs 17,500, but we could not verify it. No official Pakistani retail price exists, so treat every figure as an estimate.
2.Is the Sharp Aquos Crystal officially available in Pakistan?
We found no record of an official launch or local warranty. Units in the market are imported or used.
3.Will the Aquos Crystal work with Pakistani SIM cards?
Not guaranteed. The USA model was built for Sprint’s CDMA and LTE bands, so local signal is uncertain. Test it with your SIM before you buy.
4.How much did the Aquos Crystal cost at launch?
Sprint sold it for $239.99 without a contract. Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile sold it for $149.99.
5.Is the Aquos Crystal still worth buying?
Only as a collector’s item or a basic backup phone. It runs Android 4.4.2, has 8 GB of storage and a small, aging battery, so it struggles with modern apps.
Conclusion
The Sharp Aquos Crystal was a bold design experiment, and it still looks striking in photos. As a buy in Pakistan, though, it is a niche pick. Prices are low, but the risks are real: uncertain network support, no official warranty, an outdated Android version and a battery that has seen better days.
If you love quirky hardware, test the phone with your SIM and pay only a small amount. If you need a reliable daily phone, put your money into a newer budget model instead.
