Redmi 15C vs Samsung Galaxy A04
The Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $120 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15C leads — 26/100 vs 19/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi 15C has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't.
Redmi 15C
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper: $120 vs $135
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 192g vs 200g
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Redmi 15C vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Redmi 15C scores 7 points higher (26/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C and the Samsung Galaxy A04 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Redmi 15C | Samsung Galaxy A04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 810 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $120 | $135 |
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 15C
- 5160 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $15. Redmi 15C is cheaper by $15.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C and the Samsung Galaxy A04 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
Which is better: the Redmi 15C or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Redmi 15C edges out the Samsung Galaxy A04 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 15C and the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Redmi 15C has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 15C over the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Redmi 15C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.