Redmi 3S vs Samsung Galaxy A03
Comparing the Redmi 3S (2016) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads — 16/100 vs 12/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi 3S is noticeably lighter (144g vs 196g).
Redmi 3S
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Lighter: 144g vs 196g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (23/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 14/100)
Comparing the Redmi 3S vs the Samsung Galaxy A03, the Samsung Galaxy A03 scores 4 points higher (16/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads (36/100 vs 14/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S 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, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (36/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 3S | Samsung Galaxy A03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 180440 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 827 | — | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS TFT | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 11 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $120 | — |
Redmi 3S
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 3S
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 3S
- 4100 mAh
- 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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (23/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (36/100 vs 14/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 3S or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 edges out the Redmi 3S by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 3S and the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Redmi 3S has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 3S or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 3S over the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Redmi 3S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.