Redmi A1 vs Samsung Galaxy A03

Comparing the Redmi A1 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads — 16/100 vs 13/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 8 MP vs 48 MP.

The Samsung Galaxy A03 edges out the Redmi A1 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy A03
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 23
Battery 36
Design 55
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi A1 better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 196g

  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 better?
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 8MP

  • Better camera (23/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A1 vs the Samsung Galaxy A03, the Samsung Galaxy A03 scores 3 points higher (16/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1 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 A1 (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi A1: The Redmi A1 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 A1 Samsung Galaxy A03
Processor MediaTek Helio A22
AnTuTu 155362
Geekbench Single 300
Geekbench Multi 486
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.5" PLS TFT
Resolution 720x1600 720x1600
Refresh rate
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 8 MP 48 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 3GB / 4GB
Storage 32GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12 Android 11
Brightness (peak) 400 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm
Weight 192 g 196 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Redmi A1
  • Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy A03
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
23
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A1
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Samsung Galaxy A03
  • 6.5" PLS TFT
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A1
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy A03
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A1
$100
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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Redmi A1 (23/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1 or the Samsung Galaxy A03?

The Samsung Galaxy A03 edges out the Redmi A1 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi A1 and the Samsung Galaxy A03?

The Redmi A1 has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A1 or the Samsung Galaxy A03?

The Samsung Galaxy A03 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi A1 over the Samsung Galaxy A03?

The Redmi A1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.