Samsung Galaxy A03 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 16/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A03 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 196g).
Samsung Galaxy A03
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 196g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 23/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 38 points higher (54/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS TFT | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy A03
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (97/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 by 38 points (54/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.