Galaxy A15 vs Realme C55
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Galaxy A15
Starting at
£112.59£169.00 new
Realme C55
Starting at
£147.00What's the difference between the Galaxy A15 and Realme C55?
Galaxy A15 vs Realme C55 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Refurbished, the Galaxy A15 starts at £112.59, £34.41 less than the Realme C55.
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- Chipset: Mediatek Helio G99 (6nm) on the Galaxy A15, Mediatek MT6769H Helio G88 (12 nm) on the Realme C55.
- The Realme C55 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB.
- Screen size: 6.5 inch on the Galaxy A15, 6,72 inch on the Realme C55.
Galaxy A15 vs Realme C55 specs
The Galaxy A15 and Realme C55 are both 2023 Android phones with the same battery capacity and 4G connectivity. The Galaxy A15 suits you if you prefer a Super AMOLED screen with a sharper front camera. The Realme C55 fits those who want a larger IPS LCD screen, more RAM for smoother multitasking, a higher resolution main camera, and dual SIM capability. Storage also differs, with the Realme C55 offering double the space. Both devices support microSD cards and unlocked networks, so your choice depends on what screen, memory, camera, and SIM features matter most to you.
Galaxy A15 vs Realme C55 price
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Galaxy A15 vs Realme C55 battery life and software updates
Durability here focuses on battery, operating system, and basic physical design. Both phones share some key features, so your choice depends on the details that matter to you in everyday use.
Battery Capacity Matches
Both the Galaxy A15 and Realme C55 have a 5000 mAh battery, providing similar endurance for daily use. You can expect comparable battery life whether you use either phone for calls, browsing, or media.
Operating System
Both devices run Android, so you'll find similar software experiences and app availability on each. Your preference may come down to the specific Android skin or interface each manufacturer uses rather than the base OS.
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Galaxy A15 vs Realme C55 performance
Performance differences come down to chipset and memory, plus storage options we stock. These affect how smoothly the phone handles apps and multitasking.
Chipset Efficiency
The Galaxy A15 uses the Mediatek Helio G99 built on 6 nm technology, which is generally more efficient than the Realme C55's Mediatek MT6769H Helio G88 built on 12 nm. This may influence power use and heat management in daily tasks.
Memory Size
Realme C55 has 8 GB of RAM, which keeps more apps readily available and supports smoother multitasking. The Galaxy A15's 4 GB RAM suits everyday use with fewer apps open at once.
Storage Capacity
We stock the Galaxy A15 with 128 GB of storage, while the Realme C55 comes with 256 GB. This gives the Realme more room for apps, photos, and media without needing external storage.
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Galaxy A15 vs Realme C55 screen
Screen quality differs in size, type, and resolution. These affect your viewing experience especially for video, reading, and general use.
Screen Size
The Realme C55's 6.72 inch screen offers a larger viewing area, which is better for watching videos and browsing. The Galaxy A15 has a slightly smaller 6.5 inch screen, which suits those preferring a more compact phone.
Screen Type
Galaxy A15's Super AMOLED screen delivers deeper colours and richer contrast, ideal if you value vivid visuals and darker blacks. Realme C55 uses an IPS LCD screen, which provides accurate colours and wide viewing angles.
Resolution
The Realme C55's resolution is 1080 x 2400 compared to Galaxy A15's 1080 x 2340. Both provide full HD clarity, with the Realme offering slightly more vertical pixels for a bit more detail on screen.
Refresh Rate
Both phones feature a 90 Hz refresh rate, which keeps animations and scrolling smooth for everyday use.
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Galaxy A15 vs Realme C55 camera
Camera quality is where the devices show clear differences, both front and rear. This affects your photos and video calls.
Front Camera Detail
The Galaxy A15 has a 13 megapixel front camera, which captures more detail in selfies and video calls. Realme C55's 8 megapixel front camera provides good quality for everyday use.
Main Camera Resolution
Realme C55 features a 64 megapixel main camera, which is suited for capturing detailed photos, especially in good lighting. Galaxy A15's 50 megapixel main camera is also capable and suitable for general photography.
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Galaxy A15 vs Realme C55 size and design
Additional features include SIM card options, physical dimensions, and weight. These can influence your comfort, connectivity, and convenience.
SIM Card Configuration
Realme C55 offers dual physical SIM support, which is useful if you want to use two phone numbers at once. Galaxy A15 supports a single physical SIM, which suits users with one number.
Device Size and Weight
Realme C55 is larger at 165.6 mm tall, 75.9 mm wide and 7.9 mm deep, while weighing 189 g. Galaxy A15 is smaller at 160.1 mm tall, 76.8 mm wide, and 8.4 mm deep, weighing 200 g. If you prefer a lighter phone with a slightly smaller footprint, the Realme C55 offers that. The Galaxy A15 has a slightly thicker build and is heavier.
Carrier Compatibility and Expandability
Both phones are unlocked for use on any UK network and support microSDXC cards, letting you expand storage beyond the internal capacity.
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Galaxy A15 or Realme C55: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A15 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £112.59, £34.41 less than the Realme C55
- you want an OLED screen
- you want a higher-resolution front camera (13 megapixels vs 8 megapixels)
Buy the Realme C55 if
- you want more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB)
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (64 megapixels vs 50 megapixels)
- you want a lighter build (189 g vs 200 g)
Galaxy A15 vs Realme C55 FAQs
Galaxy A15 vs Realme C55 comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Chipset: Mediatek Helio G99 (6nm) on the Galaxy A15, Mediatek MT6769H Helio G88 (12 nm) on the Realme C55. The Realme C55 has more RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB.
The Galaxy A15 is cheaper refurbished, from £112.59 compared with £147 for the Realme C55.
Both have the same battery: 5000 mAh.
The Realme C55 has a higher-resolution main camera: 64 megapixels vs 50 megapixels.
The Galaxy A15 gets updates until Dec 2028. We don't have published update dates for the Realme C55.
Refurbished, the Galaxy A15 comes in 128GB, and the Realme C55 in 256GB.
