Lava Play Max vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Lava Play Max (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Max leads — 48/100 vs 24/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Lava Play Max is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 153,667); the Lava Play Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Max
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
What makes Lava Play Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 846
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 Core better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Lava Play Max scores 24 points higher (48/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Max leads (55/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Max leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (55/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (66/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Max | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 196 g | |
| Launch price | — | $100 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Max
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Max and Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Max leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 472.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Play Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (55/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Play Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (66/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Lava Play Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 24 points (48/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Max and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Lava Play Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Lava Play Max leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Lava Play Max leads on performance (55/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Max 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 Lava Play Max (55/100 vs 9/100).