Nokia XR21 vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Nokia XR21 (2023) 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 XR21 leads — 46/100 vs 24/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 8 MP; the Nokia XR21 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 153,667); the Nokia XR21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is noticeably lighter (196g vs 231g).
Nokia XR21
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2003 vs 846
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 32/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 231g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 24/100)
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Nokia XR21 scores 22 points higher (46/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (46/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (46/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (50/100 vs 24/100).
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2003 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 196 g | |
| Price | — | $100 |
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Nokia XR21 and Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia XR21 leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 285.3% in our overall performance rating.
Nokia XR21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (46/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (67/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (43/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (66/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (50/100 vs 24/100).
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 22 points (46/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia XR21 leads on performance (46/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for everyday use.