Huawei nova 12 vs Samsung Galaxy A03s
The Huawei nova 12 (2023) runs on the Kirin 830, while the Samsung Galaxy A03s (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei nova 12 leads — 34/100 vs 13/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03s has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Huawei nova 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03s doesn't; the Huawei nova 12 is thinner (7.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Huawei nova 12
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 191g vs 196g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03s, the Huawei nova 12 scores 21 points higher (34/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12 leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 12 leads (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 | Samsung Galaxy A03s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 830 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 828 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.4×7.0 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 196 g | |
| Price | — | $130 |
Huawei nova 12
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Huawei nova 12
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Huawei nova 12
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova 12
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (41/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 or the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s by 21 points (34/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei nova 12 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03s — 13/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12 or the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei nova 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 over the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei nova 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A03s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.