Meizu 21 vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A. By overall MobileRank rating, the Meizu 21 leads — 68/100 vs 24/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Meizu 21 is faster in AnTuTu (2,345,563 vs 153,667); the Meizu 21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Meizu 21 is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2345563 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 846
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 Core better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 198g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Meizu 21 scores 44 points higher (68/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 leads (82/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 leads (55/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (82/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (55/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 156.7×75.3×7.9 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | — | $100 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 21 leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 1426.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Meizu 21
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (82/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (80/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (55/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Meizu 21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 44 points (68/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Meizu 21 leads on camera score (55/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Meizu 21 leads on performance (82/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users.