Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; estimated prices are $699 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia 8 leads — 29/100 vs 24/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP; the Nokia 8 is faster in AnTuTu (438,016 vs 153,667); the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 196g).
Nokia 8
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Higher AnTuTu: 438016 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 427 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1500 vs 846
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 160g vs 196g
- Higher performance (33/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (12/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (52/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
- Cheaper: $100 vs $699
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 12/100)
- Better value for money (32/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Nokia 8 scores 5 points higher (29/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 leads (33/100 vs 9/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads (66/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (33/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (66/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 846 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $699 | $100 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Nokia 8 and Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia 8 leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 185.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $599. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is cheaper by $599.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (33/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (52/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (66/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (84/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia 8 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 24/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia 8 leads on performance (33/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for everyday use.