Samsung Galaxy A03s vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A03s (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $130 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 25/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03s doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03s is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A03s
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03s better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $1299
- Better portability (50/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 828
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03s vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 55 points higher (80/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A03s — 30/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (92/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (88/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy A03s are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03s | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A03s and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A03s by 93.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1169. Samsung Galaxy A03s was $1169 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (92/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (88/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy A03s are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s by 55 points (80/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03s and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A03s has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03s over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.