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Samsung Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB) vs Samsung Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy S23+ Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A03s phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy A03s X Samsung Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB) 38Points
6.6"
AMOLED

1080x2340

50
MP

12mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

4700
mAh

(Non removable)

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04Points Samsung Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB) Compare Samsung Galaxy S23+ Plus X
6.5"
PLS

720x1600

13
MP

5mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)} 38 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB) vs Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)} 4 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
+3.36GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)19%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2.3GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)
+8GB LPDDR5X100%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs4GB LPDDR4X
+512GB (454GB available)9 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs64GB (47GB available)
+UFS 4.0Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 5.1
+7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)20%
Thinner
vs9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsPlastic body, glass front
+Dynamic AMOLEDAdvantage
Dynamic AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT PLS
+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsNot supported
+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+1080x2340 pixels119%
Higher resolution screen
vs720x1600 pixels
+390 PPI44%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs270 PPI
+6.6"2%
Larger screen
vs6.5"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 10MP + 12MP3 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(triple camera) 13MP + 2MP + 2MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+f/1.8 (aperture)22%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.2 (aperture)
+(front) 12MP144%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 5MP
+8K UHD (7680x4320)15 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsFull HD (1920x1080)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
+Android 14Advantage
Android 14 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 12
+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
vs4G LTE
+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps19 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+45W2 times
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs15W
+Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)Advantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
vsNot supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
vsMono sound (not stereo)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs5.0 + A2DP/LE
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector
+Gorilla Glass Victus 2Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
Not supportedvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
4700 mAhvs+5000 mAh6%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

19 Common items in both devices
196 grams (6.86 ounces)
16 million
LED flash
PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras / Autofocus
HDR photo/video on both cameras / HDR photo on both cameras
Capacitive
Multitouch
+12 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
ModelGalaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
Other model namesGalaxy S23 Plus 5G (SM-S916B/Dual-SIM)Galaxy A03s SM-A037F/DS (Dual-SIM)
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)Russia
(Global, International), Russia
BrandSamsungSamsung
Release date2/17/2023, Announced: 2/1/20238/18/2021
Depth7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)
Size (width x height)76.2 x 157.8 millimeters (3 x 6.21 in)75.9 x 164.2 millimeters (2.99 x 6.46 in)
Weight196 grams (6.86 ounces)196 grams (6.86 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/back
Back: Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistantNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
Display typeDynamic AMOLEDTFT PLS
Screen size6.6" inches6.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~88.9% (screen-to-body ratio)~81.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)720x1600 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)390 PPI270 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass Victus 2Not supported
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Display features1750nits[peak]
HDR10+
Always-On Display
Not supported

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
System versionAndroid 13Android 11
Firmware updateAndroid 14Android 12
User InterfaceOne UI 5.1 / 6.0One UI Core 3.1 / 4.1

โš™๏ธ Processor

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (SM8550-AC) (4nm)64bit: MediaTek Helio P35 (MT6765) (12nm)
CPUOcta-core, 4 processors:
1x 3.36GHz ARM Cortex-X3 (Single-core)
2x 2.8GHz ARM Cortex-A710 (Dual-core)
2x 2.8GHz ARM Cortex-A715 (Dual-core)
3x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Triple-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
4x 2.3GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
4x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 740PowerVR GE8320 MP2 (680MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 1234088 (v9)
Geekbench: 5073 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 110fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
AnTuTu: 117611 (v9)
Geekbench: 912 (v5.4)

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
RAM memory8GB LPDDR5X4GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage512GB (454GB available)
UFS 4.0
64GB (47GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageNot supportedUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3000/1920 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat20 ()LTE Cat4 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 ()Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/2100
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat20 ()LTE Cat4 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
10MP telephoto f/2.470mm1/3.94"1.0ยตmPDAFOIS3x-optical-zoom
12MP ultrawide f/2.213mm120ยฐ1/2.55"1.4ยตmSuper-Steady
(triple camera)
13 megapixels
2MP macro f/2.4
2MP depth f/2.4
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)8K UHD (7680x4320) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length24mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/1.56" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1ยตm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both camerasAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras8K@24/30fps
4K@30/60fps
1080p@30/60fps
1080p@240/960fps (slow motion)
HDR10+
feature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
Front camera (secondary)12 megapixels5 megapixels
Front camera resolution4000x3000 pixels2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
LoudspeakerStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by AKG
Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation3 microphones2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
USBUSB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth5.3 + A2DP/LE5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity4700 mAh5000 mAh
Charger, watts45W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
USB Power Delivery 3.0
15W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging15W Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)
4.5W Reverse wireless charging
Not supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

โž• Other features

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender, Graphite, Lime
โ€ข Samsung DeX
โ€ข Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard)
โ€ข Colors: Black, Blue. White

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Galaxy S23+ (SM-S916B/DS 512GB)Galaxy A03s (SM-A037F/DS 64GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.83W/kg (head), 1.02W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.766W/kg (head), 1.453W/kg (body)0.36W/kg (head), 1.09W/kg (body)
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