The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a budget-friendly phone, but it has some drawbacks that might be deal-breakers for some users. Here are the worst things about it:
1. Good Software Update Policy (for 5G model)
The A15 5G variant of the Galaxy A15 gets 4 years of OS updates and 5 years of security patches,
2. Slow Charging & No Charger in Box
Supports only 25W charging, which is slower than competitors in this price range.
Samsung does not include a charger in the box, so you have to buy one separately.
3. No Stereo Speakers
The phone has only a single bottom-firing speaker, which results in poor audio quality compared to other budget phones that offer stereo speakers.
4. Bloatware & Ads in UI
One UI (Core) comes with a lot of pre-installed apps and recommendations that might feel like spam.
Ads and promotional notifications appear in system apps like Samsung Pay, Galaxy Store, and even Settings.
5. No Ultrawide Camera
While it has a 50MP main camera, the phone lacks an ultrawide sensor, which is disappointing since many budget phones offer it.
6. Plastic Build & No IP Rating
The phone has a plastic back and frame, making it less premium and prone to scratches.
No IP rating means it lacks official water and dust resistance.
7. No 4K Video Recording
The rear and front cameras are limited to 1080p video at 30fps, whereas some rivals offer 4K recording in this price range.
8. No Carrier Aggregation (CA) for Better 4G Speeds
Some users report that the phone lacks 4G+ (Carrier Aggregation), which can affect mobile internet speed and stability in certain areas.
9. Limited Performance for Heavy Users
The MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ (for the 5G model) and Helio G99 (for the 4G model) are good for daily tasks but not great for gaming.
Stutters and frame drops can occur in high-end games like BGMI, COD Mobile, etc.
