Nokia C21 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A03
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads — 16/100 vs 10/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 196g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Lighter: 178g vs 196g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (23/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Samsung Galaxy A03, the Samsung Galaxy A03 scores 6 points higher (16/100 vs 10/100). 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 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 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 C21 Plus (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Samsung Galaxy A03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | — | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS TFT | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 11 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $260 | — |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- 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 C21 Plus (23/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (77/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 edges out the Nokia C21 Plus by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.