Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $100 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 24/100 (a 67-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 153,667); the Vivo X300 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is noticeably lighter (196g vs 230g).
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Lighter: 196g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $950
- Better portability (50/100 vs 39/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 67 points higher (91/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 32/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (99/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $950 |
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 96.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $850. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $850 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (99/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 67 points (91/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.