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Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (4GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP

Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.2

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

90%

5.9

Technical score

10%

9.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 70% of smartphones
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.3

Camera

15%

6.1

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

3.3

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 77% of smartphones
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.7

Number of reviews

Based on 3,650 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
★Better than 94% of smartphones
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components:

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.3

Camera

15%

6.1

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

3.3

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

5.9
User score
User score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.7

Number of reviews

Based on 3,650 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
9.1
Popularity
Popularity
9.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (4GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 9.7 points, which is higher than 91.8% of smartphones.
9.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

60%

6.2

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

7.3
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor model which is slower than processors in 64% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.7% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
RAM capacity
4 GB
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Internal storage
128 GB
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
â–² Better than 49% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 53.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
â–² Better than 53% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 20.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 76.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
1.28 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.5 inches
Screen size
6.5 inches
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 80% of smartphones and equal to those of 3.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2340 px which is lower than that of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
396 ppi
Pixel density
396 ppi
â–² Better than 51% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 396 ppi which is higher than that of 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Refresh rate
90 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
25 W
Charging speed
25 W
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 25 W which is slower than in 66.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.3% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
83 min
GSMArena full wired charge time
83 min
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 83 min which is slower than 71.6% of smartphones and equal to the time of 0.2% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
Stereo speakers
no
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
â–² Better than 55% of models
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
160.1 mm
Height
160.1 mm
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 160.1 mm which is shorter than 79.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
76.8 mm
Width
76.8 mm
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.8 mm which is wider than 68.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.4 mm
Thickness
8.4 mm
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.4 mm which is thicker than 55.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.6% of smartphones.
Weight
200 g
Weight
200 g
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 200 g which is heavier than 58.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
97,280 cm³
Device volume
97,280 cm³
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 97,280 cm³ which is smaller than 52% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (4GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, AI Camera, Vision Booster
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 13.4% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (4GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.08 vs 8.000).
    9.08 vs 8
  • 21.2% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    800 nits
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    800 nits vs 660 nits
  • Better display glass type
    Display glass type
    AGC Dragontrail Pro
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (AGC Dragontrail Pro vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    AGC Dragontrail Pro vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 13.4% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (4GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.08 vs 8.000).
    9.08 vs 8
  • 78.7% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (4GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.72 vs 5.4).
    9.72 vs 5.44
  • 73.3% cheaper
    Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (4GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£150 vs £260).
    £150 vs £260
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, AI Camera, Vision Booster
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 21.2% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    800 nits
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    800 nits vs 660 nits
  • Better display glass type
    Display glass type
    AGC Dragontrail Pro
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (AGC Dragontrail Pro vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    AGC Dragontrail Pro vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 0.3% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    396 ppi
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (396 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    396 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher GSMArena battery life score
    GSMArena battery life score
    14:31 hour/s
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <10 hour/s – >45 hour/s
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (14:31 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average score is 13:30 hour/s.
    14:31 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 3.5 mm shorter
    Height
    160.1 mm
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (160.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    160.1 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1080 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    90 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    4 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    20.5 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 4 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    4 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 19.6% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    8,666
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <7.1k – >15.9k
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (8,666 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    8,666 vs 10,783
  • 29.5% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    664
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (664 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    664 vs 942
  • 60.7% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    1,225
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,225 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,225 vs 3,115
  • 78.3% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    132
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <133 – >2.4k
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (132 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    132 vs 608
  • 50% less L3 cache
    L3 cache
    2048 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 72.7% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    335
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <313 – >4.7k
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (335 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    335 vs 1,226
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    Memory speed
    2,133 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 32.2% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    1,717
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,717 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,717 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    12 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 33.3% lower memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    17.07 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.07 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1080 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    20.5 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    0.64 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.28 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    13 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (13 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    13 MP vs 16 MP
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    90 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6.5 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1080 x 2340 px
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 200 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    800 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    800 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 107.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    GSMArena max display brightness
    786 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <537 nits – >1.4k nits
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (786 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    786 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • No reverse wired charging
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 21 min slower full wired charge time
    GSMArena full wired charge time
    83 min
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <36 min – >120 min
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (83 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    83 min vs 62 min
  • 24.2% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    25 W
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (25 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    25 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 0.8 mm wider
    Width
    76.8 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2023
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    December 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    Brand origin
    South Korea
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    South Korea vs China
  • 1.9% heavier
    Weight
    200 g
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (200 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    200 g vs 196.2 g

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What we like about Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (4GB + 128GB)

  • Vibrant 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate is a standout feature for the price range.
  • Excellent software support, with promises of four generations of OS upgrades and five years of security updates, which is rare for a budget phone.
  • Long battery life (5,000mAh capacity) that often lasts one and a half to two days on moderate usage.
  • Main 50MP camera takes good, detailed photos in adequate lighting conditions.
  • Affordable price point and overall good value for money.
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and expandable storage via a microSD card slot.
  • Supports 25W wired fast charging, which is an improvement over previous models.
  • Sturdy build quality for a plastic phone, with some users reporting good durability.
  • Modern, sleek design that resembles more premium Galaxy S series phones.

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (4GB + 128GB)

  • Performance is noticeably slow and can experience lag or stuttering during daily use and multitasking due to the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor and 4GB of RAM in some models.
  • Secondary cameras (5MP ultrawide and 2MP macro) are low-resolution and generally produce sub-par, grainy images.
  • Build is primarily plastic and lacks a premium feel in hand.
  • No official IP rating for water or dust resistance.
  • Single, mono bottom-firing speaker that can sound tinny and lacks depth.
  • Phone does not come with a charging brick in the box.
  • Noticeable display bezels and a dated teardrop camera cutout.
  • Video recording quality is limited to 1080p at 30fps and lacks optical image stabilization, resulting in jittery footage.
  • Preinstalled bloatware from Samsung and carriers can take up storage and affect performance.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G offers budget-friendly connectivity with specific core specifications designed for daily use. Key features include a vibrant 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor, 4GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage (expandable via microSD). Photography is handled by a versatile triple-camera setup, anchored by a 50MP main sensor. A major pro is the substantial 5,000mAh battery that easily lasts all day. Potential cons include a chassis made entirely of plastic and a modest 25W charging speed, which is slower than some competitors.

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