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Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80RAM capacity:5 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:6.22 inchesMain camera megapixels:8 MP & 2 MP

Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB)
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 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.
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Score components

90%

5.5

Technical score

10%

6.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 91% of smartphones
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 84%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 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%

5.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

4.6

Display

15%

4.4

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

5.8

Connectivity

4%

4.0

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 87%
6.1

User score

User score
6.1/ 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%

6.4

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 99%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 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%

5.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

4.6

Display

15%

4.4

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

5.8

Connectivity

4%

4.0

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

5.5
User score
User score
6.1/ 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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Score components

70%

6.4

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.1
Popularity
Popularity
5.5/ 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:
Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB) has a popularity of 5.5 points, which is higher than 50.1% of smartphones.
5.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.9
Brand name
Ulefone
Processor model
MediaTek MT6580
This smartphone uses the MediaTek MT6580 processor model which is slower than processors in 99.8% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
5 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 5 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.6% of smartphones.
Internal storage
32 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 97.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
1.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 1.3 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 99.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% 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
8 MP & 2 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 8 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 98.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
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
no
This smartphone does not support 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
6.22 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.22 inches which is smaller than the screens of 91.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1600 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1600 px which is lower than that of 87.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.7% of smartphones.
Pixel density
282 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 282 ppi which is lower than that of 78.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 90.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 2.6% of smartphones.
Charging speed
10 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 10 W which is slower than in 93.7% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.8% of smartphones.
Fast charging
no
This smartphone does not support 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
yes
This smartphone includes 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
157.2 mm
This smartphone has a height of 157.2 mm which is shorter than 88.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
75.3 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.3 mm which is narrower than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.9 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.9 mm which is thicker than 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
179 g
This smartphone weighs 179 g which is lighter than 86.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1% of smartphones.
Device volume
94,200 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 94,200 cm³ which is smaller than 62.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 4x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (128 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    128 KB vs 32 KB
  • 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.
  • 8.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (179 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    179 g vs 196.2 g
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 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
  • 3.25x cheaper
    Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£80 vs £260).
    £80 vs £260
  • 6.4 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (157.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    157.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 3.25x cheaper
    Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£80 vs £260).
    £80 vs £260
  • 4x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (128 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    128 KB vs 32 KB
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 8.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (179 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    179 g vs 196.2 g
  • 6.4 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (157.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    157.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.7 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (75.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    75.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek MT6580 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek MT6580 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 8.20x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 4.67x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (28 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    28 nm vs 6 nm
  • 47.4% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (500 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    500 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 30.8% lower user score
    User score
    6.1/ 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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    Ulefone Note 15
    the average smartphone
    Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (6.12 vs 8.000).
    6.12 vs 8
  • 6% worse value for money
    Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.92 vs 7.3).
    6.92 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek MT6580 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek MT6580 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4.67x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (28 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    28 nm vs 6 nm
  • 47.4% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (500 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    500 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 45.8% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (1.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    1.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 3 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (5 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    5 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This smartphone supports fewer CPU threads than the average smartphone (4 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    4 vs 8
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (2 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    2.0 vs 3.2
  • Supports older OpenCL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenCL version than the average smartphone (1.1 vs 2). The average smartphone supports OpenCL version 2.0.
    1.1 vs 2.0
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x1.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x1.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Supports older OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL version than the average smartphone (2.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL version 3.2.
    2.1 vs 3.2
  • Older DDR memory version
    This smartphone uses an older DDR memory version than the average smartphone (3 vs 4). The average smartphone uses DDR version 4.
    3 vs 4
  • 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.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 8.20x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    720x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (5 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    5 MP vs 16 MP
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (4 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    4.0 vs 5.2
  • No gyroscope
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • No compass
    This smartphone does not have a compass, the average smartphone does. 93.2% of smartphones include a built-in compass.
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.45 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.2 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.22 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 28.6% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (282 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    282 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 20% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 69.7% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    10 W vs 33 W
  • No fast charging support
    This smartphone does not support fast charging, the average smartphone does. 93.1% of smartphones feature fast charging.
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 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.
  • 0.6 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    June 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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What we like about Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB)

  • Extremely affordable price point suitable for a first phone or budget users
  • Attractive and sleek physical design
  • Large 6.22-inch HD+ display provides a good viewing size for the cost
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and standard features like face unlock
  • Decent 4,000 mAh battery capacity for basic daily tasks

What we don't like about Ulefone Note 15 (5GB + 32GB/64GB)

  • Sluggish performance and lag even during basic navigation due to an outdated processor
  • Frequent reports of sound failure or poor speaker quality after minimal use
  • Limited to 2G/3G connectivity in many regions, causing poor mobile data speeds
  • Low RAM (2GB) causes apps to crash frequently or fail to download
  • Lack of a fingerprint scanner and slow charging speeds
  • Camera quality is often described as fuzzy and lacks detail

Verdict

The Ulefone Note 15 is a highly affordable, entry-level 3G smartphone running the Android 12 Go operating system, designed for basic usage with a lightweight 179g, 8.9mm slim body, and a 6.22-inch HD+ waterdrop display (720x1520 pixels). It is powered by a quad-core MediaTek MT6580 processor (1.3 GHz) and features up to 5GB of RAM (2GB physical plus 3GB virtual RAM) and 32GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD up to 64GB through a dedicated triple card slot (dual nano SIM + microSD). The phone includes a 4000mAh battery, an 8MP main rear camera, a 5MP front camera, a 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C connectivity, and face unlock functionality. A major con is that it only supports 3G networks and lacks 4G/5G connectivity, a fingerprint sensor, and NFC, and user reviews frequently report slow performance and occasional app crashes.

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