Samsung Galaxy A03 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 43/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A03
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 225g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (35/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 33 points higher (76/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS TFT | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (50/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 by 33 points (76/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.