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Samsung Galaxy M15 5G (4GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP

Samsung Galaxy M15 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.

Samsung Galaxy M15 5G (4GB + 128GB)
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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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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Score components

90%

6.4

Technical score

10%

8.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 55% of smartphones
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–²Better than 58%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
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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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Score components

25%

5.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

5.9

Display

15%

6.6

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

3.6

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

â–¼Worse than 59%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 71%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy M15 5G (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 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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Score components:

25%

5.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

5.9

Display

15%

6.6

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

3.6

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

6.4
User score
User score
8.2/ 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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Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
6.9/ 10
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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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Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G (4GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 6.9 points, which is higher than 64% of smartphones.
6.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
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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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Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.5
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
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
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
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
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
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
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
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
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
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
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
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
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
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.5 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
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
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
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 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
6,000 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 73.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 6.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
25 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
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
160.1 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
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
9.3 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.3 mm which is thicker than 83.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Weight
217 g
This smartphone weighs 217 g which is heavier than 79.2% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
109,440 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 109,440 cm³ which is larger than 81.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy M15 5G (4GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 20% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Voice Focus, Vision Booster
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has an always-on display
    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
    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
    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
  • 21.2% higher screen brightness
    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
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    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
  • 3.5 mm shorter
    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
  • 85.7% cheaper
    Samsung Galaxy M15 5G (4GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£140 vs £260).
    £140 vs £260
  • 2.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.2/ 10
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    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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    Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy M15 5G (4GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.19 vs 8.000).
    8.19 vs 8
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Voice Focus, Vision Booster
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Wider front camera aperture
    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
    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
    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
    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
  • 0.3% higher pixel density
    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
  • 20% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 0.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    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
  • Worse processor
    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
    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
    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
  • 50% less L3 cache
    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
  • 26.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (689 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    689 vs 942
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    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
    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
  • 25.6% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,884 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,884 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    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
    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
    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
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    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
    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
    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
    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
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Lower screen resolution
    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
    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
  • 24.2% slower charging speed
    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
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 10.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (217 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    217 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.3 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.3 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 0.8 mm wider
    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
  • Poor brand origin
    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
  • 11.9% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (109440 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    109,440 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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What we like about Samsung Galaxy M15 5G (4GB + 128GB)

  • Massive 6000mAh battery that can last for up to two days with normal to heavy usage.
  • High-quality 6.5-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, praised for rich colors and sharpness not typically found in its price range.
  • Good overall performance for everyday tasks, social media, and light gaming, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor.
  • Excellent software support, with Samsung promising 4 generations of Android OS upgrades and 5 years of security updates.
  • Solid and sturdy build quality and sleek design, feeling more premium than its budget price suggests.
  • Expandable storage (up to 1 TB via microSD) and the presence of a 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • 5G connectivity makes the phone future-proof.
  • Good value for money at its price point, offering a strong set of features for budget-conscious users.

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy M15 5G (4GB + 128GB)

  • Camera performance dips in low light or indoor environments, with visible noise and a lack of clarity; adequate for social media but not professional photography.
  • Performance can feel less powerful compared to higher-end models, and it is not a gaming powerhouse for very demanding games.
  • Some users reported the phone can sometimes experience lag or hang frequently.
  • A charger may not be included in the box depending on the region, despite supporting 25W fast charging.
  • Some users noted the design feels a bit old-fashioned because of the waterdrop notch display, as punch-hole displays are more common.
  • The phone can feel a bit heavy due to the large battery.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy M15 5G (4GB + 128GB) is a budget-friendly smartphone featuring a vibrant 6.5-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor and running Android 14 out of the box. The main pros include a massive and long-lasting 6,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging support, a versatile 50MP triple-camera system, a 13MP front camera, and an impressive software commitment of four generations of OS upgrades plus five years of security updates. Primary cons reported by some users for the 4GB RAM variant include potential performance lags or hanging issues during use and the fact that a charger is not always included in the box.

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