Huawei nova 14 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A03s
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite (2025) and the Samsung Galaxy A03s (2021) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei nova 14 Lite leads — 36/100 vs 13/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova 14 Lite has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Huawei nova 14 Lite has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03s doesn't; the Huawei nova 14 Lite is thinner (7.2mm vs 9.1mm).
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- 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 (54/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy A03s, the Huawei nova 14 Lite scores 23 points higher (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite leads (54/100 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 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (54/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 14 Lite | Samsung Galaxy A03s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | 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 | 5500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.5×7.2 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 196 g | |
| Price | — | $130 |
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (41/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (54/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite 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 14 Lite (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s by 23 points (36/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03s — 13/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite leads on camera score (41/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 14 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A03s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.