India-specific Samsung Galaxy A03 tipped to start at Rs. 10,500
What's the story
Samsung is gearing up to launch its budget-segment smartphone, the Galaxy A03, in India soon. The latest report from MySmartPrice, in collaboration with tipster Mukul Sharma, indicates that the handset will cost around Rs. 10,499 for its base 3GB/32GB storage variant. As for the key details, it features a UNISOC T606 chip, a 48MP primary camera, and packs a 5,000mAh battery.
Context
Why does this story matter?
The Samsung Galaxy A03 was launched in Vietnam last November and is expected to debut in India by February end or early March. The entry-level handset is packed with several features and offers a great value for money proposition for buyers looking for a smartphone in this price segment. It will be pitted against other budget-friendly handsets from brands like Xiaomi, Vivo, and Realme.
Design and display
The handset has an HD+ LCD display
The Samsung Galaxy A03 features a waterdrop notch design with rounded corners and a noticeable bottom bezel. The rear panel is fitted with a dual camera unit. The handset bears a 6.5-inch HD+ (720x1600 pixels) Infinity-V LCD display with an aspect ratio of 20:9. The smartphone is offered in Black, Blue, and Red color variants.
Information
It has a 48MP primary camera
The Samsung Galaxy A03 5G flaunts a dual rear camera module comprising a 48MP (f/1.8) primary camera, and a 2MP (f/2.4) depth sensor. For selfies and video calls, the handset has a 5MP front-facing camera.
Internals
The smartphone packs a 5,000mAh battery
The Samsung Galaxy A03 is powered by a UNISOC T606 processor, coupled with up to 4GB of RAM and up to 64GB of internal storage. Under the hood, it boots Android 11-based One UI out of the box and houses a 5,000mAh battery. For connectivity, the handset offers support for Bluetooth 5.0, 4G, Wi-Fi, and GPS.
Pricing
Samsung Galaxy A03: Pricing and availability
The official pricing and availability details of the Samsung Galaxy A03 in India will be announced at the time of launch, which is expected to happen by late February or early March. However, based on the latest leaks, the handset is said to cost around Rs. 10,499 for 3GB/32GB model and Rs. 11,999 for the 4GB/64GB storage variant.