Samsung Galaxy A15 vs Samsung Galaxy A36

Our verdict: You'll get more screen real estate from the Samsung Galaxy A36 at 6.7", though the Samsung Galaxy A15 is crisper at 396 PPI. At 195g, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is the lighter of the two. Worth noting: the Samsung Galaxy A36 is rated IP67 for water resistance, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 lacks certification. With 2 storage tiers, the Samsung Galaxy A36 gives you more room to pick what suits you.

Screen
6.5" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
396 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G99 Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage
128GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android 15
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight
200 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£11.95/mo (£55.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£382.76
Samsung Galaxy A15 Samsung Galaxy A15 Samsung Galaxy A36 Samsung Galaxy A36
Screen 6.5" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 396 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset MediaTek Helio G99 Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage 128GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android 15
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm
Weight 200 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £11.95/mo
£55.00 upfront
SIM-free £382.76
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The Samsung Galaxy A36 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A15's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A15 has the sharper display at 396 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 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 A15 and Samsung Galaxy A36?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A15 and Samsung Galaxy A36 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 uses the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A36?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A36 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A15 is more compact. It's 5g lighter at 195 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A15 is actually the more compact phone at 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A36?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A15 and Samsung Galaxy A36 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A36 runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.