Nokia X30 vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia X30 leads — 23/100 vs 13/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Nokia X30 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 153,667); the Nokia X30 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Nokia X30 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Nokia X30
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2003 vs 846
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 185g vs 196g
- Better camera (33/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4200 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 20/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia X30 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Nokia X30 scores 10 points higher (23/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 leads (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads (36/100 vs 20/100). 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, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (36/100 vs 20/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia X30 | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2003 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 196 g | |
| Price | — | $100 |
Nokia X30
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia X30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia X30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Nokia X30 and Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia X30 leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 285.3% in our overall performance rating.
Nokia X30
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (33/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (36/100 vs 20/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia X30 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia X30 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia X30 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 13/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia X30 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia X30 over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.