Motorola Signature vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $699 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 24/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 153,667); the Motorola Signature has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 186g vs 196g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 Core better?
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $699
- Overall rating 24/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Motorola Signature scores 62 points higher (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 36/100; 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 Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (90/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (78/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 1889.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (90/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (91/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (78/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 62 points (86/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.