Samsung Galaxy A03 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 43/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A03
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 235g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (100/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 49 points higher (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (50/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS TFT | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A03
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (82/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (92/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (50/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 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 Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.