Samsung Galaxy A03 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) and the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 16/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 219g).
Samsung Galaxy A03
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 196g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 68 points higher (84/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (90/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (83/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (55/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS TFT | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A03
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (88/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (90/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (83/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (55/100 vs 26/100).
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 Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 by 68 points (84/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.