Motorola Edge 40 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A15
The Verdict
Motorola Edge 40 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A15 serve entirely different market segments. Edge 40 Pro dominates with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processing, stunning 165Hz pOLED display (1600 nits), comprehensive camera system including 8K video recording, and blazing-fast 125W charging. Galaxy A15 offers exceptional value at $199.99 with a larger 5000mAh battery, practical 50MP main camera, and reliable performance for everyday tasks via MediaTek Helio G99. The Edge 40 Pro's IP68 rating, wireless charging, and 5G connectivity justify premium positioning, while Galaxy A15's IP54 rating and lack of 5G reflect budget constraints. For users prioritizing performance, display quality, and advanced features, Edge 40 Pro is unquestionably superior. However, Galaxy A15 delivers remarkable capability per dollar for budget-conscious buyers. Choose Edge 40 Pro for flagship demands; select Galaxy A15 for affordable functionality.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Motorola Edge 40 Pro if…
- →125W wired charging fills battery in ~30 minutes
- →165Hz display is among the smoothest available
- →60 MP front camera for excellent selfies
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A15 if…
- →Super AMOLED display at an entry-level price
- →Capable Helio G99 for everyday gaming and tasks
- →Large 5000 mAh battery provides excellent endurance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Motorola Edge 40 Pro
Pros
- 125W wired charging fills battery in ~30 minutes
- 165Hz display is among the smoothest available
- 60 MP front camera for excellent selfies
- Near-stock Android with minimal bloatware
- IP68 with stylish vegan leather finish
Cons
- Telephoto is only 2x (no periscope option)
- Software update support shorter than Google/Samsung
- Only one storage configuration
- Curved display prone to accidental touches
Samsung Galaxy A15
Pros
- Super AMOLED display at an entry-level price
- Capable Helio G99 for everyday gaming and tasks
- Large 5000 mAh battery provides excellent endurance
- Ships with Android 14 and four years of security patches
- Expandable storage via microSD
Cons
- No 5G or NFC
- Only 4 GB RAM can feel cramped multitasking
- 90Hz instead of 120Hz like the A25
- No 4K video recording
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Edge 40 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A15 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 14, One UI 6 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 199 g | 200 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather back | Polycarbonate |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 163.1 x 74.4 x 8.6 mm | 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8 |
| Front camera | 60 MP, f/2.2 | 13 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP, f/1.6, 2x optical zoom | 2 MP macro |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree | 5 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4600 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 125W TurboPower wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.5 inches |
| Type | pOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 165Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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