Nokia C31 vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core

The Nokia C31 (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 10/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C31 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP.

The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core edges out the Nokia C31 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C31
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 55
Value for money 100
What makes Nokia C31 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5050 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 Core better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 200g

  • Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core scores 3 points higher (13/100 vs 10/100). 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 Nokia C31 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C31: The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core: The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C31 Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Processor Unisoc Unisoc SC9863A
AnTuTu 153667
Geekbench Single 205
Geekbench Multi 846
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 2GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 32GB
OS Android 12
NFC no no
Dimensions 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm
Weight 200 g 196 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Nokia C31
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C31
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C31
  • 5050 mAh
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C31
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
$100
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 Nokia C31 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?

The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core edges out the Nokia C31 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?

The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 13/100.

Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?

The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.