Nokia G42 vs Samsung Galaxy A03
Comparing the Nokia G42 (2023) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia G42 leads — 25/100 vs 16/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Nokia G42 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't.
Nokia G42
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 196g
- Better camera (24/100 vs 23/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 16/100
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03, the Nokia G42 scores 9 points higher (25/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 are nearly equal (24/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Samsung Galaxy A03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | — | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS TFT | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 11 | |
| 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 | — |
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- 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, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 are nearly equal (24/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Nokia G42 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A03 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 16/100.
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Nokia G42 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.