Poco C40 vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads — 13/100 vs 11/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C40 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP; the Poco C40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't.
Poco C40
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
- Lighter: 196g vs 204g
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core scores 2 points higher (13/100 vs 11/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C40 | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | — | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 846 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 196 g | |
| Price | — | $100 |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C40 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core edges out the Poco C40 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 13/100.
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.