Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $100 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 24/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 153,667); the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is noticeably lighter (196g vs 217g).
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Vivo X300s
- Lighter: 196g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $723
- Better portability (50/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 65 points higher (89/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 32/100, Vivo X300s — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (94/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $723 |
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 95.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $623. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $623 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (94/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (94/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (83/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a bit better (50/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s 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 X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (94/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.