Samsung Galaxy A15 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 10+
The Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A15 delivers impressive value at $199.99 with a vibrant 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display, 90Hz refresh rate, and respectable 50MP main camera. Its 5000mAh battery provides excellent endurance, though the MediaTek Helio G99 processor limits gaming performance. Galaxy Note 10+ commands premium pricing at $1099 yet represents flagship-class capabilities from 2019: stunning 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with 1440p resolution, powerful Snapdragon 855, superior 12MP telephoto with 2x optical zoom, and 4K@60fps video with stabilization. Note 10+ offers wireless charging and IP68 rating versus A15's IP54. However, the Note 10+ runs Android 9 with outdated software support. For budget-conscious buyers seeking modern performance, the Galaxy A15 offers exceptional value. Those prioritizing camera versatility and display quality should consider the Note 10+ despite its age.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ if…
- →S Pen with air gesture controls and Bluetooth LE
- →Gorgeous 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display
- →45W super fast charging for rapid top-ups
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
Samsung Galaxy Note 10+
Pros
- S Pen with air gesture controls and Bluetooth LE
- Gorgeous 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display
- 45W super fast charging for rapid top-ups
- 12 GB RAM handles multitasking effortlessly
- Versatile quad-camera system with ToF depth sensor
Cons
- 60Hz display when competitors were moving to high refresh rates
- No headphone jack — a first for the Note series
- Exynos variant has weaker GPU performance than Snapdragon
- Glass back is slippery and fragile without a case
- Samsung software updates have ended
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A15 | Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, One UI 6 | Android 9 (One UI 1.5) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 200 g | 196 g |
| Material | Polycarbonate | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass front and back |
| IP rating | IP54 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm | 162.3 x 77.2 x 7.9 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8 | 12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 13 MP, f/2.0 | 10 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@60fps, Super Steady |
| Telephoto | 2 MP macro | 12 MP, f/2.1, 2x optical zoom |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.2 |
| Depth | — | VGA ToF 3D sensor |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W, Wireless PowerShare |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.5 inches | 6.8 inches |
| Type | Super AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 3040 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 800 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Adreno 640 / Mali-G76 MP12 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 / Exynos 9825 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
Related Comparisons
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.
Explore more in phones, see all Samsung products or all Samsung products. View full details for the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+.