Samsung Galaxy A03 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 16/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max
- Lighter: 196g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 68 points higher (84/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (87/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (55/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS TFT | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A03
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (87/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (82/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (55/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.