Samsung Galaxy A15 5G Review after Two Months!

[@StevealiciousTech]

Budget devices have gotten really good, and the Galaxy A15 is right at the head of the pack.

[@LoVoltage23]

Junk dude ..stop lyin

[@macuse2008]

@@LoVoltage23well aren’t all bottom of the barrel phones junk lol

[@Jonathannetworkspeedtester]

He is not lying. I own the same Damn phone it's a significant update from the Galaxy A13 5G

[@KoalaBeer.]

@@LoVoltage23nope it’s ok 8gig version .

[@robinjensen2089]

Not anywhere close to good performance.

[@mushroomcrepes4780]

long battery life and headphone jack is such a good combo especially for me who basically use my phone as a music player 90% of the time

[@simon3057]

It still has a headphone jack in 2024 that is a major major win!

[@StevealiciousTech]

Definitely a fan favorite!

[@MrC9Oh3]

Pocket lint will wipe that out in short order

[@johnsstechadvice]

Taking a play out of flossycarter

[@manda_maee]

Flossy Carter says it's a major major go 😊

[@banditbiker929]

Don’t everyone have. Wireless headphones now then ?

[@mdluk199]

Great to see a non pretentious review that speaks to everyday mobile phone users. I'm not paying $1000's for a phone when I'm not a mobile gamer and a great budget handset does everything i need.

[@MellowCapsaicin]

I'm planning on going getting this one, I'm looking to switch to android my current phone is an iPhone SE.

[@DanielCortes-h4g]

This phone is badasss I just got one.

[@dilfcurrie]

Looks like a great phone for the money.

[@ferdinandcapellan1465]

Couldn't have said it better ! I have this exact A15 5G right now and i agree its not the most snappy nor built for multitasking 10 different tabs at once but if you only focus on one task either its gaming or browsing social media this phone runs smooth and paired great oneui and 5 years support theres literally no phone in this price range can give you the most value for money in the long run !

[@BladeCrew]

Also it has a Super Amoled Display. The colors should look God tier if you are like me coming from LCD Display.

[@PandaArt1]

Is it fragile? I like the phone but it looks more fragile than previous models

[@BladeCrew]

@@PandaArt1 This is not fragile. I mean its not like its build like nokia phones back in the day but it is strong enough. If you put a gel case and a screen protector like I did it can sustain many damages before something happens.

[@PandaArt1]

@BladeCrew Thx sounds good btw I watched a video where somebody let the phone fall in concrete and the screen smashed so easily.. and he has other videos doing the same with other samsungs like a14 and it take more tries before the screen cracks..

[@SolidSnake4Ever2003]

it truly is amazing how far budget phones have come, great video. To not be locked into a multi year payment plan or shell out a ton for a phone I'm honestly considering buying one of these new unlocked. The older Dimensity 700 in the A13 5g, A14 5G and A32 5G fly in normal irl usage especially with the animation settings and stuff set to 0.5x speed in the android dev options. If this newer Dimensity cpu is even better then I'm definitely set. I don't do a ton these days that's very demanding on my phone in my mid 30s now, browse social media, browse online, text/IM, occasional call, occasional cat pic, watch youtube. Headphone jack and sd card are a major plus in my eyes too. My iPhone SE 2020 is very ailing, and I never found it immersive for media with the smaller screen anyway and pretty cramped to type on as a grown man. These budget samsungs the past few years getting multi year support plans is amazing too, I remember when budget prepaid androids didn't get any at all or a very very paltry update cycle. I'd pay the bit more money for this over the Moto G Play 2024 just for the update support alone. Beautiful kitty wallpaper btw, I love torties :)

[@StevealiciousTech]

Thank you! Yes, our little Jean is an angel. And it is great not being in a payment.

[@jonfreeman9682]

Moto play is a great phone for dirt cheap. You can get it free with a plan but only gets one update. Then again for that price not sure if people care.

[@Y0utubeatlas_]

Samsung did a great job with this phone.

[@GH51505150]

Had a Galaxy J prime since 2016 or 17 I think it was and just got the A15. Still getting used to it but I 'll be happy if this last as long as the J prime did.

[@crisnc29]

I had a J5 for almost seven years. Hoping the A15 will last as long as the j5 too!

[@1365bl]

Ordered today 😊

[@PandaArt1]

If you dropped it, would crack?

[@ComeonmenID10T]

Headphone Jack and micro SD card slot........ *HUGE MAJOR Plus* compared to the S24+

[@Rhrh-us6be]

I have the galaxy s10 would it be worth switching

[@hussamjamal8816]

Hell no

[@Ahana-c9x]

people here have started to have hight expectations from a budget friendly phone.. come on guys its budget friendly for a reason,, some one here comparing this with a $800 one😅😅

[@pixelgaming7261]

Do you have the A15 4G/A24 4G? If so, can you compare those two phones?

[@dmp3231966]

There he is my favorite reviewer Steve alicioous ❤I have s24 Im on a budget so I went down to a15. I don't need latest and greatest. It's about budget. My name isn't JL Got Rocks or I'd buy the s24 ultra. Never own that phone. Can't afford it

[@katinasoutherland7693]

I don't personally think this phone's processor can handle the full 5-year update cycle no freaking way. Im not being rude im being honest buy yourself a pixel 6 youll be much happier 💯

[@StevealiciousTech]

And the Pixel 6 is in a great spot right now but Google will have left town while Samsung is still at least trying to optimize for the A15.

[@katinasoutherland7693]

​@@StevealiciousTechsorry Steve, you're agreement kinda falls flat as we know a phone doesn't have to be supported to run smoothly The processor that's in the a15 will never make 5 full years the pixel will 💯 at least that's where my money would go.

[@StevealiciousTech]

I don't totally agree and I get it but that's not the comparison we're making. You could do that all day long, "buy X phone instead" But people aren't walking into their carrier store and getting a deal on a Pixel 6 right now, they are harder to find new, people don't always want a new or renewed device. We handle the devices as they come in...you could get bogged down all day in every phone ever. Don't get a Pixel 6, get a Galaxy S22, etc, etc.

[@susabove]

​@@katinasoutherland7693 believe it or not im still using a helio a25 chip on a infinix phone since 2020 i think, still usable, battery life is better than the s20 flagship that i sold cause of how bad the battery and temperature was, im gonna get the a15 4g today or tomorrow cause i broke my screen while playing football

[@FeelMetalMan]

I think the next Android releases will be a bit heavier due to AI capabilities for apps, and that's when that Helio g99 chip in this phone is gonna scream

[@Der_Gewagte]

Way more better than Iphone budget phone

[@VideoAssociates]

Get as many years use out of a mobile these days, put a shock proof case around it

[@Daemonarch2k6]

Here in germany you can get it for about 130€, what is about that in $... For that price it's a no-brainer!

[@willl.3353]

I once had a mid range tablet. Sure it played videos fine, my old android box with lollipop streams well and opens apps quick enough. What I had problems with was browsing websites and google ads loading and refreshing. Those pages are the longest to load, which is why I went to Samsung S8 tablet in 2022. Loading pages full of ads is where flagships show their power. My phones are S series. Browsing the internet with pop up chats, pop up videos, refreshing is why I pay extra for my phones. Budget phones freeze up too much while loading the spam.

[@mdluk199]

Budget phones have massively improved in the last 5 years or so. If you went for say an A35 it would handle those webpages you mentioned no problem. The only people who need flagships are hardcore mobile gamers and perfectionist photographers or people who like to use Samsung Dex.

[@GadgetMan-rr3ik]

Samsung 5g a) series phones are great phones. I have the a25 and I absolutely love the simplicity it gives you with living and maintaining a life, well sometimes. Lol

[@ruff1draft]

I have bought the Samsung A15 4G its absolutely brilliant. I intend to purchase the Samsung A15 5G 256GB version and Samsung A25 5G 256GB

[@ruff1draft]

I have put a Samsung 512 GB SD card in my Samsung A15 4G. As I am going to use i for my Street Photography editing. I have also bought the Samsung AO5s. Next on my list is the Samsung A25 256GB version and the Samsung A24 128 GB version.

[@benboz]

Bought this phone after my note 10 plus screen stopped working. Its great for just an everyday device and got it for a great price too

[@macuse2008]

This guys review is hilarious. This phone is fine for everyday tasks but this guy really pumps it up! 😂

[@tonyginnetti5828]

Great, great video in every respect! I've always felt the key to deciding on which type of device to own, whether it be a particular OS (Apple or Android) or brand (Google Pixel, Samsung, Motorola, etc...) is to jot down EXACTLY what you NEED AND WANT in a smartphone and to NOT get caught up in certain brands that saturate the market with million-dollar advertisements or friends who brag about how they just got the brand new $1,600.00 phone! I know people like those personally who go out and spend top dollars on flagship devices and all they do is call, text and surf the Internet! They neither USE and/or DON'T KNOW any of those alleged 'features' and 'extras' that their phones have which cause those ridiculous costs! I sincerely believe 90% of consumers out there would be totally satisfied with a good mid-range device (most any phone $500.00 and under) but their mentality is "I gotta get the highest price phone or it's not gonna work for me"! Decide on what it is you (mostly) need and do your own research online - you will definitely find a great phone for a wallet-friendly price!

[@SolidSnake4Ever2003]

what's really sad is how having the latest and greatest expensive phone has become a fashion symbol for many. I've seen first hand people have the latest phones but didn't have a vehicle nor anything in their house to eat, it's ridiculous. Keeping up with the Jone's is an endless money pit and very bad mentality. I've gotten higher end specced phones on amazing deals for years, cheaper than budget phones go for, but with LG out of the phone game and even the several year old iphone 12 series being way more than I care to pay for, I started looking up budget stuff since my iphone SE 2020 is going to need to be replaced sooner rather than later. I spent time watching, reading, and even trying out modern budget phones in person, and I must say, even the dimensity 700 in the older A13 5G, A14 5G, and A32 5G I personally used FLEW in normal usage with the animation and other settings set to 0.5x in the android dev options. Many years ago I was a budget phone connoisseur, and they got the job done even as of 2016+, just with some jank. Weekly or bi weekly cache cleanings, SD maid runs, greenify usage, and restarting made a world of difference. The dimensity 700 in some of these budget phones is just a tiny hair below the old flagship galaxy s9 and is great in irl usage, my sister uses an A32 5G. Hell, when considering the cost of the monthly unlimited plan they offer, a tracfone pixel 6a for ~$270 on QVC that comes with a year of service is essentially free, and their galaxy a54 5g comes out to costing only like ~$60ish since it comes with a year's worth of unlimited plan.

[@tonyginnetti5828]

@@SolidSnake4Ever2003 - I couldn't agree more!

[@notmbr]

Been having a noticeable Black Crush problem (on dark scenes in movies), idk if this is normal for the price you pay for this phone.

[@colefrank9837]

I have a family member with a j7 still

[@StevealiciousTech]

Exactly. My Uncle was using his until recently...people use these phones a long time, so the extra support is nice!

[@lunalluna9401]

I'm still using my galaxy J4. Only recently it started to lag a bit but other than that works fine. They're very reliable phones for sure

[@drpeppero3]

Just like lap tops and desk tops. Always uninstall unwanted programs and app. Makes things better.

[@ruff1draft]

Actually watching this on the Samsung A15 4G.

[@chrisw8069]

My only complaint is they should go with 6GB minimum of RAM. It will slow down sometimes and the screen stops responding too.

[@StevealiciousTech]

I’ve gotten slowdowns but not a screen that stops responding yet.

[@chrisw8069]

It's happened while using google maps and directly after. Mine also won't update even though I'm using the unlocked version on Verizon. I still have the Feb Security update and Verizon is up to security update 2 according to their site.

[@KoalaBeer.]

Can get that version and 8…

[@KoalaBeer.]

@@chrisw8069running 6.1

[@Easymnykg]

Does the phone lag after few months

[@arthurkariuki4277]

watching this on pc with my j6 in pocket XD

[@cloudstrife7083]

thinking really hard about buying this and running it for 6-8months before I buy the s25ultra so my 75years old father can get used to smartphone i think it doesn't get better than this I can have it brand new on a deal for 150$ us dollar...

[@greggiles7309]

Just brought it for 300NZDs,

[@lunalluna9401]

I very much appreciate your take on this as an average phone user. I've read so many people claiming this phone is absolute garbage and advising to get an used one instead. Ridiculous!

[@hussamjamal8816]

Idk man it suks most the time after one month it started to lag a lot till an right update came and now it doesn't charge well (needs 3 hrs to fully charge when it used to charge in an hour)

[@ScottisTech]

Sorry I'm not impressed with the A15 5G I am having stuttering issues with my phone. I don't think it is any of my apps

[@CRYPTiCEXiLE]

i'm still rocking my galaxy A54 thisi s probably one of hte best samsung phone i used in a very long time very impressed and I can't let it go... im a very fussy dude when it comes to mobile devices and I usually get a new mid ranger every year... but this mobile really puts a smile on my face i love it that much .... i have a iphone 14 i dont even use that ... i like my A54 great device.

[@ayouboughar4673]

@@CRYPTiCEXiLE He has an issue with the A15, not the A54, and it's an entry-level phone, not every Samsung phone is exceptional.

[@Dampfheini]

Ive read that quite often now from A15 (5g) users. How can that be the case it has Android ONE (if Iam right) and of course it does not come with a highend SoC since its a low budget phone. My neighbour owns a Redmi Note 12 which is even cheaper and has similar performance and this phone runs pretty well for a couple weeks now without any issues. Minor stutters here and there, sure but the overall daily performance is great. For everyday usage of consuming social media, do browsing and stuff I would just be able to really see the big difference by directly comparing it to a way faster phone.

[@gio235rulez]

The A15 is currently running Android 14 (not Android One). I recently purchased this phone for my older brother as a temporary device (currently got it on a promo through Google Fi) since he was experiencing call/text issues on his OnePlus 7T. Figured this would get the job done for him as his primary, but I've seen first hand the stutters/lag he encounters when doing some of the most basic things. I understand that his OnePlus was a better device overall, but figured this phone wouldn't give him much hassle. I've tried different tips and tricks I've come across KZbin + Reddit. What really helped is switching to a third party launcher (i.e., Nova), turning down the animation scales to x0.5, lowering RAM Plus to 2GB (or turning it off altogether), and keeping some apps to unoptimized. Only real issue aside from apps loading is the notification shade stuttering when expanding to view it. ​@@Dampfheini

[@naeemimrit5460]

You should just optimise it.. Am also having issues but its ok

[@martiniliev35]

My mobile operator offered it to my dad for 30$, I think it's worth it and we might get it. Upgrading from a Huawei P20 lite, which is getting kind of old and laggy

[@taymax708]

Good afternoon, does anyone who has used this for over a month have feedback on performance? I do not need alot in a phone and am cutting unnecessary expenses. I would be using for android auto spotify, youtube and text/calling thats it. Ive used moto g series before and they were fine. I have a pixel 8 pro that im returning because its more phone than I need.

[@michaellawrence7570]

Great video and a superb phone for the price 👌

[@StevealiciousTech]

Agreed! Thanks for watching!

[@michaellawrence7570]

Your welcome a pleasure

[@roddy2body]

Only thing I can knock this for is that you don't get any charging plug (only a wire that has the same C size fitting at each end - anyone know what this is for?) strange but already had a USB with C style cable & plug..

[@martiniliev35]

The charger i bought separately on all new Samsung phones and its port is Type-C. Should be around 20$

[@coodapop1535]

I just use my cable off my old Samsung and a fast charger . Doesn't make a difference, charges fine . 1 hr 4mn from 40% to 100%

[@MDHenry4]

I like it as well thanks

[@ro4lol]

I picked up the A15 5G and it was too slow the 4gb version at $300 CAD too expensive for not enough perf. Once i started seriously using it, lagged out hard. OneUI 6 is garbage too unfortunately

[@pixelgaming7261]

The A25 5G's MSRP is $300.

[@KoalaBeer.]

Why I got 8gig one it’s cool..$277 AUD 😂. Mad

[@pixelgaming7261]

@@KoalaBeer. Why? You could've gotten the A25 or A34 at the same price with 8GB RAM?

[@johnlao1652]

I have Galaxy A22 it's good until now I have no issue,I love Samsung forever user💕🤘

[@Tarmaccyclocross]

So was I I’ve never owned such dreadful stuttering phone

[@amnpcs9560]

YOU DON'T NEED TO SPEND A FORTUNE TO BUY AN EXCELLENT PHONE FOR A REASONABLE PRICE

[@jonnabangles9474]

where’s d review💁

[@Ahana-c9x]

finally im gonna upgrade from my j7🥳

[@Martin915_]

I have it and its a laggy phone.

[@KoalaBeer.]

4gig?

[@mozzy5286]

Just like the a13

[@JaroudiRamzi]

4+4 gb ram plus or just 4gb ram?

[@peterparker7488]

Great! No BS review..

[@allenreyes1299]

Is this phone good for waze?

[@adamkeith44]

Keep us updated if it gets galaxy ai

[@dilaysii4004]

Samsung ❤

[@antpart7998]

800 nits display

[@prestonmartin8268]

I’m deciding between this phone and the A23 5G. Which one should I get? I was wanting the A25 5g but it’s not supported by my carrier

[@Philo229]

The A15 would be the better choice. It has a SUPER AMOLED screen unlike the A23, and actually has a faster processor. The A23 has the same processor as the Galaxy A05s. The Galaxy A15 has the same processor as the newer A24, so it is a better choice. The Galaxy A15 is basically the Galaxy A24 with a different name and a lower price point.

[@prestonmartin8268]

@@Philo229 I currently have an IPhone 13 Pro Max. Do you think I should switch? I know the IPhone 13 Pro max’s specs are better but I want a phone that has a 3.5 mm jack so I can listen to my wired headphones

[@Philo229]

@@prestonmartin8268 It depends on how important a headphone jack is to you. The best galaxy phone with a headphone jack is actually the Galaxy A25. It's a bit more expensive then the A15, but it is worth checking out as it is more powerful and has a 120 Hz screen, as opposed to 90 Hz on the A15.

[@prestonmartin8268]

@@Philo229 I know. Did you read my original comment? I said the A25 5g is not supported by my carrier so I would be forced to go with the A15 unless Samsung comes out with a new phone that has a 3.5 mm headphone jack. Having that headphone jack is very important to me

[@Philo229]

@@prestonmartin8268 Ah, in that case, I would say just to go with the A15. I have this same phone myself and it performs well for basic tasks and for some casual gaming.

[@ayouboughar4673]

In this price range, the Redmi 13 5G and Poco M6 Pro offer better displays.

[@StevealiciousTech]

With plenty of other sacrifices, and not best for US users.

[@ayouboughar4673]

@@StevealiciousTech I don't think that there is a big compromise. While the CPU and battery performance remain consistent across both options, the Chinese phone takes the lead with its superior charging speed, While the camera quality may fall short of Samsung's standards, both devices offer functional main cameras. Samsung boasts an additional two years of software updates, yet given the performance of these devices, a three-year lifespan should suffice for most users. While the Samsung device may not cater perfectly to US users, it's essential to acknowledge the global market beyond just one country.

[@StevealiciousTech]

@@ayouboughar4673 and I do quite often but it’s more than just those things. Software support is poor, it’s not just what they promise but what they deliver. Software updates are slow and often not well optimized for devices a year or two old. I get they always seem nice but there are trade offs to everything. It’s not binary. And who are you to say what is enough for most users for support? Plenty of people carry around four and five year old phones.

[@nishiki393]

​@@StevealiciousTechExactly! And Steve, one other thing you should consider to start mentioning for the people that say things like "I never keep my phones that long", etc... is that not having longer software support also impacts resale value, so it still impacts many of those people. It also impacts our planet, feeding a shorter usable lifecycle.

[@ayouboughar4673]

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[@LenstskyYT]

Base on my experience ( using the 4G Ram +128G ) this phone is sucks. It's okay for an average users. But not recommended. My A13 5G perform better beside having an lcd display. *Cameras not great *internet/Wi-Fi range is not stable * can't ruin pubg mobile like my A13 5G does smoothly *Using more Ram than required * can't edit video without freezing for long periods. * the notch camera cutout isn't that necessarily. Overall I'm not regrets it since I only pay $40 for a smartphone with an Amoled display

[@StevealiciousTech]

I think your expectations for a $200 device are a little unrealistic. And I'm able to run Genshin just fine, so maybe it's a Pubg thing, but budget phone buyers aren't necessarily looking for gaming performance out of their device. Internet and Wifi has been fine, maybe you got a bad one. Are you using the 4G or 5G model?

[@LenstskyYT]

@@StevealiciousTech I'm saying that cause my 13 5G is years old compared to my A15 5G , which have only 64Gb of storage. I didn't expect it have the same performance as an A54 , but hey instead of having triple cameras why not use all those resources to have one camera with better quality. Or maybe my 5g model is a bad like you just said.

[@the.IastIaugh]

It sucks bro! I can't play mobile apps like Undawn. The Samsug S23 is way better for mobile gaming experience! The rest of this phone is nothing new but a display. Wow.. geez

[@StevealiciousTech]

Are you for real? You're comparing a $200 phone to a phone that cost $800 at launch and still goes for over $600 new. And you're surprised the S23 is better at gaming? Come on...

[@KoalaBeer.]

@@StevealiciousTechI had S23 sold it not a gamer, to small. Brought this in 8gig love it 😂. So hey bottom line buy what suits you ..nice big battery better bigger display. Was for comment above, oh and well now I don’t worry re back glass breaking. One more thing reception sucked on S23 1 bar I get all bars on this so I’m happy. Saved $800 dollars . I brought this for $277 AUD mad price