Nokia 5 vs Samsung Galaxy A03
Comparing the Nokia 5 (2017) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads — 16/100 vs 9/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Nokia 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't; the Nokia 5 is noticeably lighter (152g vs 196g).
Nokia 5
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Lighter: 152g vs 196g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (23/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03, the Samsung Galaxy A03 scores 7 points higher (16/100 vs 9/100). 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 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 5 leads (98/100 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 Nokia 5 (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (98/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia 5 | Samsung Galaxy A03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 180440 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 827 | — | |
| Display | 5.2" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS TFT | |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 11 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 149.7×72.5×8.0 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 152 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $169 | — |
Nokia 5
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Nokia 5
- 5.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia 5
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- 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 Nokia 5 (23/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 significantly outperforms the Nokia 5 (36/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (98/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 edges out the Nokia 5 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia 5 and the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Nokia 5 has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 5 or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 5 over the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Nokia 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.