Samsung Galaxy A15 vs Samsung Galaxy A40

Our verdict: If you want a bigger screen, the Samsung Galaxy A15 has 6.5"; if you prefer sharpness, the Samsung Galaxy A40 hits 437 PPI. Snap-happy users may prefer the Samsung Galaxy A15 and its 50MP rear camera. If selfies matter, the Samsung Galaxy A40 leads with a 25MP front-facing lens. Portability goes to the Samsung Galaxy A40 at 140g.

Screen
6.5" 5.9"
Display
Super AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
396 437
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 25 Megapixels
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G99 Exynos 7885
Storage
128GB 64GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 144.4 x 69.2 x 7.9 mm
Weight
200 grams 140 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free
£84.99 £74.98
Samsung Galaxy A15 Samsung Galaxy A15 Samsung Galaxy A40 Samsung Galaxy A40
Screen 6.5" 5.9"
Display Super AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 396 437
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 25 Megapixels
Chipset MediaTek Helio G99 Exynos 7885
Storage 128GB 64GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 144.4 x 69.2 x 7.9 mm
Weight 200 grams 140 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free £84.99 £74.98
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A40?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A40's 5.9", the Samsung Galaxy A40 has the sharper display at 437 pixels per inch versus 396, and the Samsung Galaxy A15 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A40 has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A40?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A40 has a 16 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A40?

The Samsung Galaxy A40 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £74.98.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A15 and Samsung Galaxy A40?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A40 comes in 64GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A15 and Samsung Galaxy A40 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy A40 uses the Exynos 7885.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A40?

The Samsung Galaxy A40 is the more portable of the two — it's 60g lighter at 140 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 144.4 x 69.2 x 7.9 mm, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A15 or Samsung Galaxy A40?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy A40 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A15 and Samsung Galaxy A40 run?

Both phones run Android.