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Redmi Note 15 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A36 5G
Product A: Redmi
112 of 162 known
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Product B: Samsung
110 of 162 known
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90 of 154 fields differ
- 55 different values
- 35 known for one only
- 31 the same
- 33 missing for both
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- ARedmi: 75.4 × 164 mm
- BSamsung: 78.2 × 162.9 mm
Weight
0 to 250 g
All 162 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
Announced
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Predecessor
Redmi Note 14 5G12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-15-5G-receives-global-release-with-major-upgrades-over-older-smartphone.1204842.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck says the global Redmi Note 15 5G replaces the Redmi Note 14 5G.
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G8Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-A36-5G-review-The-affordable-smartphone-focuses-on-security-a-premium-feel.1013221.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Public display/case prose expressly previous Galaxy A35, with linked predecessor named Galaxy A35 5G. Target exists in the catalog. Same A3x lineage, not A56 peer.27Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_a36_vs_samsung_galaxy_a35_review_battery_camera_price_compared-news-67279.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena calls the Galaxy A36 the successor of the Galaxy A35 and the A35 the predecessor of the A36.
Successor
Redmi Note 17 5G13Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Xiaomi-launches-Redmi-Note-17-5G-with-8-000mAh-battery-in-India.1361302.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck calls the Redmi Note 15 5G the previous-generation model of the Redmi Note 17 5G.14Reviewsmartzone.de/redmi-note-17-5g-im-testRead 23 October 2026Smartzone's review of the Redmi Note 17 5G names the Redmi Note 15 5G as its predecessor.
Samsung Galaxy A37 5G12Retailer pagesimyo.nl/en/blog/samsung-galaxy-a36-vs-samsung-galaxy-a37Read 7 October 2026Simyo article dated March 26, 2026 explicitly calls Galaxy A37 5G the successor to Galaxy A36 5G. Maker introduction was checked first. Target already exists in the catalog. No new product record is created.
Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Black, Glacier Blue, Mist Purple1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026Exact UK 8 GB + 256 GB reference. Common 178 g weight is stored. Black/Glacier Blue thickness 7.35 mm and Mist Purple 7.40 mm differ, so family-level thickness is omitted.
Awesome Lavender, Awesome Black, Awesome White, Awesome Lime3Press releasenews.samsung.com/uk/samsung-marks-a-step-forward-with-ai-for-everyone-by-introducing-new-galaxy-a56-5g-galaxy-a36-5g-and-galaxy-a26-5gRead 5 October 2026
Form factor
OS support period (claimed)
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Security support period (claimed)
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Security updates until
Body
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Height
Width
Thickness
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Thickness with camera bump
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Folded dimensions
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Weight
Frame
Front
Back
Dust and water rating
Water resistance depth
Not available
Water resistance time
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MIL-STD-810
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SIM capacity
Nano-SIMs2Active eSIM capacity0eSIM onlyNo1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026Two physical nano-SIM slots with the second shared by microSD. The exact FAQ explicitly denies eSIM, so active eSIM capacity is zero. No remembered-profile count is inferred.5Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-651629Read 7 October 2026Network Q17 states no eSIM support. Active eSIM capacity is zero. This is not a count of remembered profiles. The second nano-SIM slot remains shared with microSD.
Nano-SIMs2Active eSIM capacity2eSIM onlyNo1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026Exact SIM table: SIM 1 + SIM 2, SIM 1 + eSIM or dual eSIM.
Stylus
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Stylus name
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Display
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Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
387.7ppi
384.7ppi
Aspect ratio
Display type
Display type (as published)
Max refresh rate
Touch sampling rate
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Instant touch sampling
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Display brightness (typical, claimed)
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Outdoor brightness (claimed)
Peak display brightness (claimed)
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Minimum brightness
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Colour depth per channel
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DCI-P3 coverage
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PWM dimming frequency
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Front camera cutout
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Cover screen size
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Cover screen resolution
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Cover screen refresh rate
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Cover screen type
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Platform
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OS at launch
Software
Latest stable OS (verified)
Not available
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 31Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
ARedmi Note 15 5G
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Cortex-A78 | 2.4 |
| 4 | Cortex-A55 | 1.8 |
BSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A78 | 2.4 |
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A55 | 1.8 |
Source1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026Exact retained-SKU maker table gives CPU speeds 2.4 GHz and 1.8 GHz and Octa-Core. These match the published four Cortex-A78 plus four Cortex-A55 topology. ARM core types come from the reviewer table, not the maker clock-only row.8Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-A36-5G-review-The-affordable-smartphone-focuses-on-security-a-premium-feel.1013221.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026Published installed Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 topology has four Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz. The exact UK maker table independently matches 2.4/1.8 GHz and eight cores. This is a chipset description. No benchmark result from the 6 GB review sample is transferred.
Max CPU clock
2.4GHz
2.4GHz
GPU
NPU performance
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Memory
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RAM
RAM type
Not available
Storage (nominal)
256GB1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026Nominal marketed decimal GB. The default RAM/storage pairing is separately proved by the actual first-sale table.3Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/terms/redmi-note-15-series-first-saleRead 7 October 2026Same exact 8 GB + 256 GB purchase row.
Storage type
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Memory card
microSD (shares the SIM slot)1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026
Rear cameras
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Physical rear cameras
ARedmi Note 15 5G
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | OIS | Field of view | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 108 | 1.7 | 24 | 1/1.67 inch | 0.64 | Yes | 83° | Samsung S5KHM9SX03-F1X9 |
| Ultrawide | 8 | 2.2 | 16 | 1/4 inch | 1.12 | Not available | 112° | OmniVision OV08F10 |
Source1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026Main and ultrawide are physical cameras. Native main 0.64 um pixels differ from 1.92 um binned pixels. The exact FAQ publishes f/1.75 and f/2.25, while this spec table says f/1.7 and f/2.2. Existing spec-table claims are retained with the conflict reported. Ultrawide AF subtype remains unknown.4Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5gRead 7 October 2026The exact UK overview states main-camera OIS. It publishes 24 mm for the native 1x view. The 72 mm 3x mode is a crop, not another lens. Other camera values come from the exact specifications.5Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-651629Read 7 October 2026Camera Q1-Q9 names S5KHM9SX03-F1X9 and OV08F10. The ultrawide optical format is 1/4 inch with native 1.12 um pixels. Published FOV is 83 degrees main and 112 degrees ultrawide, with no axis stated. Generic ultrawide AF conflicts with fixed-focus review wording, so its subtype stays unknown. FAQ apertures f/1.75 and f/2.25 differ from the spec table f/1.7 and f/2.2.9Reviewnotebookcheck.com/Das-Volks-Smartphone-fuer-alle-Test-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-15-5G.1215287.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026The exact camera table gives 24 mm main and 16 mm ultrawide equivalents for the same HM9 and OV08F10 modules. No zoom crop is counted as a camera.
BSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | OIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 50 | 1.8 | Yes |
| Ultrawide | 8 | 2.2 | Not available |
| Macro | 5 | 2.4 | Not available |
Number of rear cameras
2
3
Main camera
108MP
50MP
Longest physical-lens optical zoom
Not available
Not available
Maximum photo digital zoom
Flash
Camera features
Portrait mode, Panorama mode, Pro mode, Time-lapse, Documents mode, Slow motion, HDR, Dynamic shot, Timed burst, Audio shutter5Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-651629Read 7 October 2026Camera Functions Q3 lists the named rear software modes. HDR here is photo HDR. It does not establish recorded-video or display HDR.
Portrait mode, Night mode, Panorama, Pro mode, Macro mode, Food mode, Object Eraser, Custom filters7Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202506/20250619152544715/SM-A366_A566_UG_EU_15_Eng_Rev.1.2_250602.pdfRead 7 October 2026EU guide Camera chapter names Portrait, Night, Panorama, Pro, Macro and Food modes for the covered A366/A566 models. Samsung UK feature prose separately names Object Eraser and custom Filters for A36/A56/A26. Best Face and enhanced Nightography are expressly A56-only and excluded. These software modes do not add physical lenses.16Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/support/mobile-devices/what-are-the-features-of-the-galaxy-a56-5g-a36-5g-and-a26-5gRead 7 October 2026EU guide Camera chapter names Portrait, Night, Panorama, Pro, Macro and Food modes for the covered A366/A566 models. Samsung UK feature prose separately names Object Eraser and custom Filters for A36/A56/A26. Best Face and enhanced Nightography are expressly A56-only and excluded. These software modes do not add physical lenses.
Maximum rear video rate per resolution
ARedmi Note 15 5G
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
| 1280 | 720 | 240 |
Source1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026Ordinary rear capture is 4K30, 1080p30 and 720p30. The exact maker FAQ also proves main-camera 720p240 slow motion, so highest 720p capture is now 240 fps.5Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-651629Read 7 October 2026Camera Functions Q2 proves main rear 720p at 240 fps in slow-motion mode. Ordinary 4K and 1080p remain 30 fps. The table stores the highest capture rate per resolution.
BSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
| 1280 | 720 | 240 |
Max video resolution
3840 × 2160px
3840 × 2160px
Recorded video HDR formats
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Log recording
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Video recording codecs
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Video stabilisation
Maximum slow-motion capture rate
Front camera
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Front cameras
ARedmi Note 15 5G
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 20 | 2.2 | 21 | 1/4 inch | 0.702 | Fixed | OmniVision OV20B40-GA5A-001A |
Source1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 20265Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-651629Read 7 October 2026Camera Q20-Q27 names OV20B40-GA5A-001A, native 0.702 um pixels and fixed focus. The matching review publishes 21 mm for the widest equivalent view. Its 26 mm crop is not a second camera.9Reviewnotebookcheck.com/Das-Volks-Smartphone-fuer-alle-Test-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-15-5G.1215287.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026The OV20B40 camera table publishes 21 and 26 mm equivalents. The widest 21 mm view is stored. The narrower crop is not another camera.
BSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Autofocus | OIS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 2.2 | Fixed | No |
Maximum front video rate per resolution
ARedmi Note 15 5G
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
| 1280 | 720 | 120 |
Source1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026Ordinary front capture is 1080p30 and 720p30. The exact maker FAQ also proves front 720p120 slow motion, so highest 720p capture is now 120 fps.5Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-651629Read 7 October 2026Camera Functions Q2 proves front 720p at 120 fps in slow-motion mode. Ordinary 1080p remains 30 fps.
BSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
Front autofocus
No
No
Audio
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Stereo speakers
3.5 mm jack
Audio features
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026
Microphones
29Reviewnotebookcheck.com/Das-Volks-Smartphone-fuer-alle-Test-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-15-5G.1215287.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026The complete device views label one physical microphone at the top and one at the bottom. The detailed exact-model body tour separately names the secondary noise microphone and main microphone. Not beamforming channels.10Reviewgsmarena.com/redmi_note_15_5g-review-2927p2.phpRead 7 October 2026The complete body tour names the top secondary noise-canceling microphone and bottom main microphone. The matching physical interface views corroborate two microphones. Not audio channels.
Network
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Network
2G bands
850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 1900 MHz1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026Exact UK specification publishes GSM frequencies 850/900/1800/1900 MHz. Literal frequency labels are used rather than LTE-style B prefixes. Hardware coverage is unchanged.
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS19001Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
3G bands
B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B191Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
4G bands
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B17, B18, B19, B20, B26, B28, B32, B66, B38, B40, B41, B42, B481Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3), B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
5G bands
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n26, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n77, n781Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026Exact UK NR n-prefixed bands. SA/NSA union only for this device where separately listed. No other regional model bands added.
N1(2100), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700), N66(AWS-3), N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
5G modes
5G mmWave
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Maximum modem download rate
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Satellite
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Wi-Fi calling
Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
Bluetooth audio codecs
NFC
Ultra-wideband
Not available
Positioning
GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BeiDou (B1I+B1C), Galileo (E1)1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
Dual-frequency GNSS
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Connector
USB data standard
Video out over USB
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IR blaster
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FM radio
Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
Sensors
Virtual proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Electronic compass, Gyroscope1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026Maker sensor list. Infrared transmitter and vibration motor are represented in their own fields, not counted as sensors.
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
Extra buttons
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Haptic motor
Flat vibration motor (ERM)5Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-651629Read 7 October 2026Sensors Q11 names a flat motor. The matching Notebookcheck review independently identifies ERM. No linear motor is inferred.9Reviewnotebookcheck.com/Das-Volks-Smartphone-fuer-alle-Test-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-15-5G.1215287.0.htmlRead 7 October 2026The input section explicitly identifies an ERM vibration motor. This matches the maker flat-motor description.
Battery and charging
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Rated battery capacity
Battery capacity (typical)
Battery type
Claimed battery life
ARedmi Note 15 5G
Not availableBSamsung Galaxy A36 5G
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Video playback | 29 |
Maximum wired charging power (claimed)
Wired charging standards
QC 2.0, QC 3.0, USB PD 2.0, USB PD 3.0, PPS, Xiaomi encrypted fast charging5Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-651629Read 7 October 2026Charging Q2 lists QC 2.0, QC 3.0, PD 2.0, PD 3.0 and PPS. Q6 names Xiaomi encrypted fast charging. Individual protocol power limits are not stated.
Samsung Super Fast Charging 2.0, USB PD 3.05Press releasenews.samsung.com/uk/samsung-marks-a-step-forward-with-ai-for-everyone-by-introducing-new-galaxy-a56-5g-galaxy-a36-5g-and-galaxy-a26-5gRead 5 October 202625Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/support/mobile-devices/which-type-of-charger-does-my-galaxy-device-acceptRead 7 October 2026Maker UK charging matrix explicitly marks A36 5G Super Fast 2.0 supported. Its definition requires a USB Power Delivery 3.0 compatible device supporting Direct Charging. USB PD 3.0 is added. PPS is not stated and is not inferred. Included 3 A cable does not prove a 5 A cable for maximum 45 W charging.
Charge 0 to 50% (claimed)
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Charge 0 to 100% (claimed)
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Wireless charging
Wireless charging power
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Wireless standards
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Built-in alignment magnets
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Reverse wireless output power
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Reverse wired
Charger in box
Included adapter rated power
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Measured
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Geekbench multi-core
2,879points22Measuremente.infogram.com/86b40a51-7c4e-44fe-947c-b61612b4e42cRead 7 October 2026Public TechAdvisor chart reports Geekbench 6 multicore 2879. The June 5, 2025 review identifies the sole UK 8 GB/256 GB model, test colour Awesome Lime, Android 15 and One UI 7. It matches the retained configuration class. Geekbench patch version and power mode are unstated. The public chart URL follows the observed data-id and free embed loader. Single-core is not supplied.23Reviewtechadvisor.com/article/2798989/samsung-galaxy-a36-5g-review.htmlRead 7 October 2026Review expressly identifies UK 8 GB/256 GB, Awesome Lime, Android 15 and One UI 7. Public chart gives Geekbench 6 multicore 2879. Its A26 sample line, plastic rear description and 13 MP bullet conflict with maker facts and are not used. The measured chart and reviewed configuration are labelled A36.24Measurementtechadvisor.com/article/739131/how-we-test-smartphones.htmlRead 7 October 2026Linked smartphone testing policy published June 3, 2020 predates the review. Reviewers use the phone for at least a week and run Geekbench/GFXBench benchmarks. Exact Geekbench patch and power mode are not published. No Default mode assertion is made.
3DMark Wild Life Extreme
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Display brightness (measured)
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PWM dimming (measured)
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Mixed-use battery life (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
Drop resistance class
Repairability class
SAR head (US)
Not available
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SAR body (US)
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SAR head (EU)
SAR body (EU)
Hearing aid compatibility
Not available
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)1Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 5 October 2026
In the box
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In the box
REDMI Note 15 5G, USB Type-C Cable, SIM Eject Tool, Protective Case, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/redmi-note-15-5g/specsRead 5 October 2026
Links
Not compared
Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
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EPREL registration number
Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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