Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $100 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 24/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 153,667); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Vivo iQOO 13 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Vivo iQOO 13
- Lighter: 196g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $650
- Overall rating 24/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 60 points higher (84/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 32/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (92/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $650 |
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 95.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $550. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $550 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (92/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 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 Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.