Samsung Galaxy A03 vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) and the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 43/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A03
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 better?
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 49 points higher (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (85/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS TFT | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (87/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (85/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 by 49 points (92/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 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.