Overall Score
56.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#4228)56.9
Performance(#4820)60.3
Camera(#6156)42.1
Display(#6476)67.5
Battery(#2432)58.5
Build(#12394)60.0
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy A03 Core features a plastic build with dimensions of 164.2 x 75.9 x 9.1 mm and a weight of 211g, available in black and blue.
- It sports a 6.5-inch PLS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, offering a pixel density of approximately 270 ppi and a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Unisoc SC9863A chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and 2GB of RAM, providing basic performance for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera is an 8 MP unit with autofocus, capable of recording video at 1080p@30fps, while the front-facing camera is 5 MP.
- The device is equipped with a substantial 5000 mAh battery, although it lacks fast charging and wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 11 (Go edition), the software is optimized for lower-end hardware.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone features a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the Galaxy A03 Core is designed for basic functionality with essential features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, November 15
Announced2021, November 15
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypePLS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetUnisoc SC9863A (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUIMG8322
Memory32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164.2 x 75.9 x 9.1 mm (6.46 x 2.99 x 0.36 in)
Weight211 g
MaterialsPlastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11 (Go edition)
OS VersionAndroid 11 (Go edition)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes