Samsung Galaxy A03 Core vs Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
1category wins
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
5category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
Faster chip
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Bigger battery
Even
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Better display
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Best value for money
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.5 | 6.6 |
| Panel Type | PLS LCD | PLS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 1600 | 2408 |
| Resolution Width | 720 | 1080 |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 |
| PPI | 270 | 400 |
| Glass Type | — | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Screen-to-body | 81.8 | 82.5 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| GPU | IMG8322 | Adreno 619 |
| Chipset Name | Unisoc SC9863A | Snapdragon 695 5G |
| Process (nm) | 28 | 6 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | — | One UI 6 |
| OS Version | 11 | 12 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G +341%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G +148%AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G +285%| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 205 | 905 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 846 | 2,101 |
| AnTuTu | 153,667 | 592,015 |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 32GB 2GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Count | 1 | 4 |
| Depth | — | 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2 | — |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
| ultrawide | — | 5 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | — | 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Video | — | 1080p@30fps |
| Count | 1 | 2 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.2, 25mm, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 | 5000 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | — | 25 |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM / Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM / Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 164.2 | 165.4 |
| Thickness (mm) | 9.1 | 8.4 |
| Weight (g) | 211 | 197 |
| Width (mm) | 75.9 | 76.9 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, November 15 | 2022, August 05 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, December 06 | Available. Released 2022, September 02 |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G Bands | — | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | 5.1 |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | Unspecified | No |
| USB Type | — | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer (USA only) |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy A03 Core and Samsung Galaxy A23 5G are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core is 38% cheaper at 13,000 DZD versus 21,000 DZD for the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 50 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
At this price you should expect 4G across Algerian networks (Mobilis, Djezzy, Ooredoo) and basic 60-90Hz screens.
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