Realme 16 vs Samsung Galaxy A03
Comparing the Realme 16 (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16 leads — 39/100 vs 16/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't; the Realme 16 is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.1mm).
Realme 16
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 183g vs 196g
- Better camera (38/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (71/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 16/100
Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03, the Realme 16 scores 23 points higher (39/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 leads (38/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (60/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (38/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (60/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 | Samsung Galaxy A03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | — | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.5" PLS TFT | |
| Resolution | 1080x2372 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $199 | — |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- 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 Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (38/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (60/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (71/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 by 23 points (39/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Realme 16 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 23/100).
Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.