Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Samsung Galaxy A15

Our verdict: For display sharpness, the Samsung Galaxy A15 leads with 396 PPI. Camera resolution goes to the Samsung Galaxy A15 with its 50MP rear shooter. Up front, the Samsung Galaxy A15 wins with a 13MP selfie camera. For a lighter carry, the Samsung Galaxy A15 wins at 200g.

Screen
6.5" 6.5"
Display
Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1600 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
270 396
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 MediaTek Helio G99
Storage
32GB, 64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS
Android 10 Android
SIM Type
Standard SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 b/g/n 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm
Weight
205 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£74.98
Samsung Galaxy A12 Samsung Galaxy A12 Samsung Galaxy A15 Samsung Galaxy A15
Screen 6.5" 6.5"
Display Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen Super AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1600 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 270 396
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 MediaTek Helio G99
Storage 32GB, 64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS Android 10 Android
SIM Type Standard SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm
Weight 205 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free £74.98
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A15?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A15 has the sharper display at 396 pixels per inch versus 270, and the Samsung Galaxy A12 uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy A15 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A15?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A15?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is available in 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A15 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is powered by the Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 uses the MediaTek Helio G99.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A15?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A15 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A12 is more compact. It's 5g lighter at 200 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A12 is actually the more compact phone at 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A15?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A15 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 runs Android 10 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.