Definition:
The Samsung Galaxy A15, unveiled in December 2023, is a mid-range smartphone offering solid performance and features for its price. Equipped with a Mediatek Helio G99 chipset, a high-resolution Super AMOLED display, and a versatile camera system, this device is designed for users who seek a reliable smartphone with good specifications at an affordable price.

Product Overview:

Network Technology:

  • Supported Technologies: GSM, HSPA, LTE
  • Launch Date: Announced on December 11, 2023
  • Current Status: Available; released on December 16, 2023

Body Dimensions & Build:

  • Dimensions: 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm (6.30 x 3.02 x 0.33 in)
  • Weight: 200 g (7.05 oz)
  • Build Materials: Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
  • SIM Options:
    • Single SIM (Nano-SIM)
    • Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

Display:

  • Type: Super AMOLED, 90Hz
  • Size: 6.5 inches (~84.3% screen-to-body ratio)
  • Resolution: 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~396 ppi density)
  • Brightness: 800 nits (HBM)

Platform:

  • Operating System: Android 14, upgradable up to 3 major Android versions, One UI 6.1
  • Chipset: Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
  • GPU: Mali-G57 MC2

Memory:

  • Internal Storage Options:
    • 128GB with 4GB RAM
    • 128GB with 6GB RAM
    • 128GB with 8GB RAM
    • 256GB with 8GB RAM
  • Card Slot: microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Main Camera:

  • Triple Cameras:
    • 50 MP (wide, f/1.8, AF)
    • 5 MP (ultrawide, f/2.2)
    • 2 MP (macro, f/2.4)
  • Features: LED flash, panorama, HDR
  • Video Capabilities: 1080p@30fps

Selfie Camera:

  • Single Camera:
    • 13 MP (wide, f/2.0)
  • Video Capabilities: 1080p@30fps

Sound:

  • Speakers: Yes
  • 3.5mm Jack: Yes
  • Loudspeaker: -25.5 LUFS (Very good)

Connectivity:

  • WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
  • Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
  • Positioning: GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
  • NFC: Yes (market/region dependent)
  • Radio: FM radio (market/region dependent)
  • USB: USB Type-C 2.0

Features & Sensors:

  • Sensors: Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass
  • Additional Features: Virtual proximity sensing

Battery:

  • Type: Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
  • Charging: 25W wired
  • Battery Endurance Rating (New): 15 hours 28 minutes (active use score)

Models:

  • SM-A155F, SM-A155F/DSN, SM-A155M, SM-A155M/DS, SM-A155P, SM-A155R

SAR Values:

  • SAR (Head): 0.42 W/kg
  • SAR (Body): 1.29 W/kg
  • SAR EU: 0.42 W/kg (head), 1.29 W/kg (body)

Price:

  • Approximate Prices: $99.50 / €138.55 / £124.99

Tests:

  • Performance:
    • AnTuTu: 316,967 (v9), 375,314 (v10)
    • GeekBench: 1,928 (v5), 1,936 (v6)
    • 3DMark Wild Life: 1,231 (offscreen 1440p)
  • Display: 808 nits max brightness (measured)

Colors Available:

  • Brave Black
  • Optimistic Blue
  • Magical Blue
  • Personality Yellow

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