Meizu M3 Note vs Samsung Galaxy A03
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note (2016) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads — 16/100 vs 11/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 196g).
Meizu M3 Note
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Lighter: 163g vs 196g
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (23/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 14/100)
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Samsung Galaxy A03, the Samsung Galaxy A03 scores 5 points higher (16/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads (36/100 vs 14/100). In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (36/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Samsung Galaxy A03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 60000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | — | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS TFT | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 11 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $150 | — |
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (23/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (36/100 vs 14/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (96/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 edges out the Meizu M3 Note by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.