Samsung Galaxy A03 vs Samsung Galaxy A12
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads — 18/100 vs 16/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A03
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Lighter: 196g vs 205g
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 vs the Samsung Galaxy A12, the Samsung Galaxy A12 scores 2 points higher (18/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 23/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 | Samsung Galaxy A12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 828 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS TFT | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 205 g | |
| Price | — | $180 |
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 23/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A03 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 and the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Samsung Galaxy A12 — 18/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 over the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.