Redmi K80 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Redmi K80 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $511 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Pro leads — 81/100 vs 24/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi K80 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,164 vs 153,667); the Redmi K80 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is noticeably lighter (196g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K80 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
What makes Redmi K80 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068164 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 Core better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $511
- Better portability (50/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K80 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Redmi K80 Pro scores 57 points higher (81/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (67/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro leads (87/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi K80 Pro — 82/100, 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 K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (67/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K80 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 3068164 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $511 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K80 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K80 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 1896.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $411. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $411 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (91/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (90/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (67/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (87/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Redmi K80 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 57 points (81/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K80 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Redmi K80 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K80 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Redmi K80 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K80 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Redmi K80 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.