Samsung Galaxy A15 4G vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Samsung Galaxy A15 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 45/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A15 4G
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Samsung Galaxy A15 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 200g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 25 points higher (70/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G (72/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A15 4G | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, One UI 6 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×76.8×8.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15 4G
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A15 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A15 4G and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy A15 4G by 82.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy A15 4G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G (89/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G (72/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G by 25 points (70/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 4G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.