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Review of the Samsung A15 5G: A Budget-Friendly Option

I recently picked up a Samsung A15 5G, and I must say, it's a decent budget phone. It offers comparable features to my older A32 5G, but with notable improvements, including a better 90Hz OLED screen, a robust 5,000 mAh battery, and 128GB of memory. One of the best aspects is the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack, which is becoming rare in modern smartphones.

Initial Impressions

The screen quality is impressive; the resolution beats the A32 hands down and is even marginally better than my iPhone 14 Pro. However, I've noticed some performance issues after the phone goes into sleep mode. While the user interface (UI) and apps are generally functional, problems arise when apps are allowed to sleep. That said, I primarily got it to watch streaming shows, and in that capacity, it excels.

Overall, it feels like a budget phone but is nicely designed to mimic some aspects of higher-end models like the iPhone 15 Pro Max—though, of course, the performance isn't quite on that level.

Usability

This device is excellent for streaming videos and single applications. However, when it comes to heavier apps or multitasking, it falls short. It’s almost like a phablet, making it a solid choice for travel.

Specifications

  • Release Date: December 16, 2023
  • Operating System: Android 14 | One UI 6
  • Screen:
    • 6.5" Super AMOLED (1080 x 2340 pixels) - 90Hz, 800 nits
  • Camera:
    • Rear: 50MP (wide, f/1.8), 5MP (ultrawide, f/2.2), 2MP (macro, f/2.4)
    • Front: 13MP (wide, f/2.0)
    • Video: 1080p @ 30fps
  • Performance:
    • Processor: Mediatek 6100+ (6 nm), Octa-Core (2x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x 2.0GHz Cortex-A55)
    • GPU: Mali-G57 MC2
    • RAM: 4GB
    • Storage: 128GB
  • Power and Dimensions:
    • Battery: 5,000 mAh (25W charging)
    • Weight: 200g (7.05 oz)
    • Dimensions: 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4mm
  • Connectivity:
    • GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
    • Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac dual-band
    • Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE
    • NFC
  • Ports:
    • USB Type-C 2.0
    • Single SIM
    • microSDXC slot
    • 3.5mm jack
  • Security:
    • Fingerprint (side), face unlock

Update - May 2024

I’ve since sold the A15 and returned to using the older A32. While the A15 features a better-quality OLED screen, I realized I didn't need a newer device, and the A32 continues to meet my video streaming needs effectively.





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