Redmi 14C vs Samsung Galaxy A03

Comparing the Redmi 14C (2024) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 14C leads — 23/100 vs 16/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 14C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi 14C has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't.

The Redmi 14C edges out the Samsung Galaxy A03 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 14C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 13
Battery 40
Design 45
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy A03
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 23
Battery 36
Design 55
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 14C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 204g

  • Better camera (23/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 14C vs the Samsung Galaxy A03, the Redmi 14C scores 7 points higher (23/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads (23/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 14C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 14C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (23/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C and the Samsung Galaxy A03 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 14C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 14C: The Redmi 14C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A03: The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 14C Samsung Galaxy A03
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.5" PLS TFT
Resolution 720x1640 720x1600
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
DXOMark (camera) 63
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 3GB / 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 14, HyperOS Android 11
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm
Weight 204 g 196 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 14C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 13MP
13
camera
Samsung Galaxy A03
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
23
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 14C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Samsung Galaxy A03
  • 6.5" PLS TFT
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 14C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Samsung Galaxy A03
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 14C
$120
Samsung Galaxy A03
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi 14C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (23/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C and the Samsung Galaxy A03 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 14C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 14C or the Samsung Galaxy A03?

The Redmi 14C edges out the Samsung Galaxy A03 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 14C and the Samsung Galaxy A03?

The Redmi 14C has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 14C or the Samsung Galaxy A03?

The Samsung Galaxy A03 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 13/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 14C over the Samsung Galaxy A03?

The Redmi 14C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.