Samsung Galaxy A15 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 48/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 503,308).
Samsung Galaxy A15
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 200g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 503308
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2047
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A15 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 36 points higher (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A15 — 58/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (96/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (86/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A15 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 503308 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A15 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A15 by 85.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1099. Samsung Galaxy A15 was $1099 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (96/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (88/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (86/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 by 36 points (84/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A15 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A15 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.