Samsung Galaxy A03s vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A03s (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $130 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 25/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 199,111); the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03s doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03s is noticeably lighter (196g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A03s
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03s better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $899
- Better portability (50/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A03s vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 63 points higher (88/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A03s — 30/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (94/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A03s | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A03s and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A03s by 94.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $769. Samsung Galaxy A03s was $769 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (94/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (81/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s by 63 points (88/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A03s and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A03s has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A03s or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A03s over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.