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Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB) vs Samsung Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S vs Samsung Galaxy A03 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy A03 X Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB) 22Points
6.43"
AMOLED

1080x2400

108
MP

16mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

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03Points Samsung Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB) Compare Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S X
6.5"
PLS

720x1600

48
MP

5mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)

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!

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)} 22 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB) vs Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)} 3 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
+2.05GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)27%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.6GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)
+6GB LPDDR4X50%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs4GB LPDDR4
+128GB (101GB available)115%
More internal storage for applications and files
vs64GB (47GB available)
+UFS 2.2Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 5.1
+176 grams (6.16 ounces)11%
Lighter
vs196 grams (6.86 ounces)
+8 millimeters (0.31 inches)14%
Thinner
vs9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)
+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT PLS
+90Hz50%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+1080x2400 pixels125%
Higher resolution screen
vs720x1600 pixels
+409 PPI51%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs270 PPI
+(triple camera) 108MP + 8MP + 2MP136%
Higher resolution main camera
vs(dual camera) 48MP + 2MP
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+(front) 16MP2 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 5MP
+(4G LTE-A) 400 Mbps167%
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+33W3 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.
vs7.75W
+Stereo sound with dual speakersAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
vsMono sound (not stereo)
+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs5.0 + A2DP/LE
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
6.43"vs+6.5"1%
Larger screen
f/1.9 (aperture)vs+f/1.8 (aperture)6%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Not supportedvs+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

30 Common items in both devices
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
Plastic body, glass front
16 million
LED flash
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
+23 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
ModelRedmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
Other model namesRedmi Note 12S (NFC)Galaxy A03 SM-A035F/Dual-SIM (64GB+4GB RAM)
Country or region available(Europe)Hong KongTaiwan
(Europe), Hong Kong, Taiwan
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandXiaomiSamsung
Release date4/26/2023, Announced: 3/6/20231/21/2022, Announced: 11/26/2021
Depth8 millimeters (0.31 inches)9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches)
Size (width x height)73.87 x 159.87 millimeters (2.91 x 6.29 in)75.9 x 164.2 millimeters (2.99 x 6.46 in)
Weight176 grams (6.16 ounces)196 grams (6.86 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
Display typeAMOLEDTFT PLS
Screen size6.43" inches6.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~84.5% (screen-to-body ratio)~81.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2400 pixels (20:9)720x1600 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)409 PPI270 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh rate90Hz60Hz
Display features1000nits[peak]Not supported

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
System versionAndroid 13Android 11
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 13
User InterfaceMIUI 14One UI Core 3.1 / 4.1 / 5.0

โš™๏ธ Processor

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
Chipset64bit: MediaTek Helio G96 (12nm)64bit: Unisoc Tiger T606 (12nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.05GHz ARM Cortex-A76 (Dual-core)
6x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 1.6GHz ARM Cortex-A75 (Dual-core)
6x 1.6GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G57 MC2 (850MHz)ARM Mali-G57 MC1 (650MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 364204 (v9)AnTuTu: 179555 (v9)

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
RAM memory6GB LPDDR4X4GB LPDDR4
Internal storage128GB (101GB available)
UFS 2.2
64GB (47GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload400/150 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Tri-Band 850/900/1800
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/2100UMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat13 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
LTE Cat4 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/2100UMTS 850/900/2100
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat13 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
108 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.2118ยฐ1/4"1.12ยตm
2MP macro f/2.4
(dual camera)
48 megapixels
2MP depth f/2.4
Main camera resolution12000x9000 pixels8000x6000 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.9 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor size1/1.52" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.7ยตm pixel1.12ยตm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
Front camera (secondary)16 megapixels5 megapixels
Front camera resolution4608x3456 pixels2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/3.1" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.12ยตm pixel

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
LoudspeakerStereo sound with dual speakersMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 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

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connectorMicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth5.2 + A2DP/LE5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Face unlock
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh5000 mAh
Charger, watts33W Wired fast charging7.75W (5V/1.55A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

โž• Other features

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/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: Onyx Black, Ice Blue, Pearl Greenโ€ข Colors: Black, Blue, Red

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Redmi Note 12S (NFC 128GB)Galaxy A03 (SM-A035F/DS 64GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.2W/kg (head), 1.35W/kg (body)
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