Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 24/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 153,667); the Vivo X500 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 Core better?
- Overall rating 24/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 68 points higher (92/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (100/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (85/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | — | |
| Launch price | $100 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 96.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (100/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (85/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 68 points (92/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.