Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $100 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 24/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 153,667); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 196g).
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 846
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 196g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 51 points higher (75/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads (66/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 32/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (73/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (97/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $1099 |
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 94.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $999. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $999 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (91/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (73/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (66/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (97/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 51 points (75/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.