Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $100 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 24/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 153,667); the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is noticeably lighter (196g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 196g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 61/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 846
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 60 points higher (84/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 32/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 76/100; 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (96/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (88/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (86/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 95.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1199. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $1199 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (96/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (88/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (86/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 60 points (84/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.