HMD Vibe 2 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $180 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro leads — 48/100 vs 24/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 8 MP; the HMD Vibe 2 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (528,398 vs 153,667).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
What makes HMD Vibe 2 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 528398 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 Core better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 197g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $180
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Vibe 2 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro scores 24 points higher (48/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro leads (43/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro leads (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads (66/100 vs 53/100). Value score: HMD Vibe 2 Pro — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 36/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (43/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (66/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (66/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Vibe 2 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $100 |
Camera comparison
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Vibe 2 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
HMD Vibe 2 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 243.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $80. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $80 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (43/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (66/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (39/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (66/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 24 points (48/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Vibe 2 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro leads on camera score (39/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro leads on performance (43/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the HMD Vibe 2 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is performance — better on the HMD Vibe 2 Pro (43/100 vs 9/100).