Samsung Galaxy A03s vs Tecno Phantom V Fold

The Samsung Galaxy A03s (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 44/100 vs 13/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 199,111); the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03s doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03s is noticeably lighter (196g vs 299g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s by 31 points (44/100 vs 13/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A03s
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 55
Value for money 100
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 42
Design 0
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03s better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 299g

  • Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 199111
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 476
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 828
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03s vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 31 points higher (44/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A03s: The Samsung Galaxy A03s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Phantom V Fold: The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A03s Tecno Phantom V Fold
Processor MediaTek Helio P35 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 199111 1453683
Geekbench Single 476 1967
Geekbench Multi 828 5401
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2000x2296
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB 12GB
Storage 32GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm
Weight 196 g 299 g
Price $130
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03s
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03s
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A03s
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A03s and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A03s MediaTek Helio P35
13/100
199111 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
44/100 +86.3%
1453683 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Samsung Galaxy A03s by 86.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A03s
$130
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (25/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (53/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (55/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s by 31 points (44/100 vs 13/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03s and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Samsung Galaxy A03s has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03s over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Samsung Galaxy A03s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.