Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $100 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 24/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,269,794 vs 153,667); the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is noticeably lighter (196g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 196g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $899
- Better portability (50/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3269794 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 63 points higher (87/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 32/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (93/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 3269794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $899 |
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 95.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $799. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $799 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (93/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (81/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 63 points (87/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.