Redmi K100 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $730 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 24/100 (a 69-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 153,667); the Redmi K100 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 Core better?
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $730
- Overall rating 24/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 69 points higher (93/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100, Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 36/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (97/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (95/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 3722803 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 9070 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $730 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 2322.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $630. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $630 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (97/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (91/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (95/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 69 points (93/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 93/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.