Huawei Pura X Max vs Samsung Galaxy A03s
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy A03s (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35; launch prices were $1520 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 70/100 vs 25/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Huawei Pura X Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,107,301 vs 199,111); the Huawei Pura X Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03s doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03s is noticeably lighter (196g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
Samsung Galaxy A03s
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2107301 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 1680 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03s better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $1520
- Overall rating 25/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A03s, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 45 points higher (70/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (77/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (55/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy A03s — 30/100; 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 Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (77/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (55/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Samsung Galaxy A03s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 828 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | — | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and Samsung Galaxy A03s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura X Max leads Samsung Galaxy A03s by 958.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1390. Samsung Galaxy A03s was $1390 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (77/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (55/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s by 45 points (70/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03s — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on camera score (55/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on performance (77/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users.