Nokia C21 vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads — 13/100 vs 5/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000).
Nokia C21
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Lighter: 195g vs 196g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core scores 8 points higher (13/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core 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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | — | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 846 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 196 g | |
| Price | — | $100 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (36/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core edges out the Nokia C21 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 13/100.
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.