Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $100 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 24/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 153,667); the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is noticeably lighter (196g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 Core better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $840
- Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 65 points higher (89/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 36/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (100/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 97.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $740. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $740 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (100/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (90/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 65 points (89/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.