Nokia G42 vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; estimated prices are $150 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia G42 leads — 39/100 vs 24/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Nokia G42 is faster in AnTuTu (477,542 vs 153,667); the Nokia G42 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't.
Nokia G42
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Higher AnTuTu: 477542 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 746 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1816 vs 846
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 193g vs 196g
- Higher performance (41/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (44/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (54/100 vs 32/100)
- Cheaper: $100 vs $150
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Nokia G42 scores 15 points higher (39/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 leads (41/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 leads (54/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (41/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (54/100 vs 32/100).
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $150 | $100 |
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Nokia G42 and Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia G42 leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 210.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $50. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is cheaper by $50.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (41/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (66/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (54/100 vs 32/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia G42 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia G42 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia G42 leads on performance (41/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for everyday use.