Nokia XR21 vs Samsung Galaxy A03
Comparing the Nokia XR21 (2023) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia XR21 leads — 46/100 vs 43/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Nokia XR21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 231g).
Nokia XR21
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 39/100)
- 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, the Nokia XR21 scores 3 points higher (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (50/100 vs 24/100).
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Samsung Galaxy A03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | — | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2003 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS TFT | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 11 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (67/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (66/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (50/100 vs 24/100).
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Nokia XR21 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A03 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.