Samsung Galaxy A03 vs Tecno Spark 40
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) and the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 leads — 26/100 vs 16/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Spark 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't; the Tecno Spark 40 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.1mm).
Samsung Galaxy A03
Tecno Spark 40
- Overall rating 16/100
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 196g
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Tecno Spark 40 scores 10 points higher (26/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 23/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS TFT | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1612x720 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 192 g | |
| Price | — | $120 |
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1612x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- 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, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 23/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (60/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Spark 40 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A03 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 26/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.