Samsung Galaxy A32vsvivo Y15a

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Samsung
Samsung Galaxy A32
Galaxy A32
Processor:MediaTek Helio G80 (MT6769T)
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy A32 boasts remarkable battery life, lasting a day and a half on moderate use.
The Samsung Galaxy A32's impressive Super AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate is a standout feature overall.
The Samsung Galaxy A32's cameras take decent photos but struggle with video recording and nighttime photography capabilities significantly.
The Samsung Galaxy A32's underwhelming performance is its most significant drawback and major letdown.
vivo
vivo Y15a
Y15a
Processor:MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Vivo Y15A's exceptional battery life is its standout feature, lasting over a day with moderate usage.
The Vivo Y15A's display is serviceable but unremarkable, offering an acceptable compromise within its budget price point.
The Vivo Y15A's camera is an average performer that doesn't stand out, despite being a notable feature.
The Vivo Y15a's performance is respectable but not spectacular, sufficient for its price point and everyday tasks.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Samsung Galaxy A32
2 GHz
vivo Y15a
2.30 GHz

RAM

Tie
Samsung Galaxy A32
4GB
vivo Y15a
4GB

Storage

Winner
Samsung Galaxy A32
128GB
vivo Y15a
64GB

Weight

Winner
Samsung Galaxy A32
184g
vivo Y15a
179g
Rank
Samsung Galaxy A32
Winner
#655
vivo Y15a
#810
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Samsung Galaxy A32
#689
Winner
vivo Y15a
#800
Design
Samsung Galaxy A32
#663
vivo Y15a
#383
Winner
Display
Samsung Galaxy A32
#365
Winner
vivo Y15a
#820
Performance
Samsung Galaxy A32
#759
Winner
vivo Y15a
#798
Battery
Samsung Galaxy A32
#780
Winner
vivo Y15a
#839
Camera
Samsung Galaxy A32
#269
Winner
vivo Y15a
#807
item_phones_categoryId
Samsung Galaxy A32
#1
Tie
vivo Y15a
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Samsung Samsung Galaxy A32
vivo vivo Y15a
Model
MediaTek Helio G80 (MT6769T)
MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765
CPU
2x Cortex, A75 2.0 GHz + 6x Cortex, A55 1.8 GHz
4x Cortex, A53 2.3 GHz + 4x Cortex, A53 1.8 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
12
14
Frequency
2
2.30
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
ARM Mali-G52 2EEMC2
PowerVR GE8320
RAM
4
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR3 RAM
Capacity
128
64
Type
N/A
eMMC 5.1 Storage
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
200458
117985
Antutu Version
Antutu v8
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 55% of devices
Overall performance better than 51% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Samsung Galaxy A32

Strengths

A great high refresh rate amoled display
Excellent battery life, scoring an endurance rating of 119 hours
Solid software support from Samsung, with updates to Android version and features like Bubbles for messaging apps
Compact design for a phone these days
Display has excellent brightness, up to around 815 nits in auto mode
Selfies are taken with a good enough detail and natural looking colors dynamic range is wide too thanks to HDR
Supports night mode on the main cam, although it was buggy for us

Weaknesses

The chipset performance is not great and scores towards the bottom of the charts in CPU and GPU benchmarks
Speaker quality is below average, quieter than nearly all of the competition
Camera stills could be decent but camera video recording is lackluster
No support for HDR video on the display
Not as competitive with the class when it comes to CPU and GPU performance
Night mode was buggy for us in our testing, hopefully Samsung will address this issue
The phone's interface can be slow from time to time

vivo Y15a

Strengths

The Vivo Y15a has a great design, looking like an iPhone 12 with a popular camera layout.
The phone's back is a matte finish, making it non-fingerprint magnet and slippery.
It has two color options: wave green and mystic blue, and the reviewer loves the mystic blue.
The phone has a responsive and fast fingerprint scanner.
The battery life is great, lasting more than one day with light usage.
The phone can still handle daily tasks like browsing, social media scrolling, and gaming (although not recommended for hardcore gamers).
It has a strong 5000mAh battery that only drops by 1% even with heavy gaming.

Weaknesses

The phone uses micro USB instead of USB-C in 2022.
The camera is not reviewed, so this video may not be for those interested in camera performance.
The phone's display resolution is only 720p, which can be considered low compared to other budget phones.
The phone's processor and RAM are from 2019 (Mediatek Helio P25 with 4+1GB of RAM), which may not handle demanding tasks or gaming smoothly.
There is no camera review in this video, which may disappoint some viewers.
The phone has bloatware apps that can be uninstalled but are still a drawback.
It lacks customization options and may have outdated software.
Read Full Reviews

Samsung Galaxy A32

The Samsung Galaxy A32 is a mid-range device that packs more value than ever before in its higher-tier models. However, whether the same can be said about the Galaxy A32's lower-end variant remains to be seen. The phone's design is conservative and compact for a modern smartphone. The back panel features camera bumps for the four-camera setup, which includes a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera, a 5MP macro camera, and a depth sensor. The display is a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED panel with a 1080p resolution and a fast 90Hz refresh rate. The A32's display is its most attractive feature, with excellent brightness levels and accurate color representation. However, it lacks official support for HDR video and the bezels are somewhat thick. The phone's performance is driven by a Mediatek Helio G80 chipset, which, while not slow, falls short of expectations in CPU and GPU benchmarks. Battery life is impressive, with an endurance rating of 119 hours, thanks to the large 5000mAh battery. However, charging speed is relatively slow, taking around half an hour to reach 25% charge. The phone's camera performance is decent, with good daylight photos from the primary sensor, but lacking in low-light shots and video recording. Overall, the Samsung Galaxy A32 offers a great high-refresh-rate AMOLED display and solid software support, but falls short in its chipset performance and speaker quality. While it may not be the best option at this price point, it's still a decent choice for those who want a Samsung phone with these features.

vivo Y15a

The Vivo Y15a is a budget phone released in November 2021, still available in the market. This review provides an impression of the device, highlighting its features and performance. The phone's design is sleek and modern, with a matte finish that resists fingerprints. It comes in two color options: wave green and mystic blue. The phone has a water drop notch display with a 720p resolution, which is acceptable for budget phones but not as sharp or colorful as higher-end devices. Performance-wise, the Vivo Y15a runs on an old Mediatek Helio P25 chip with 4GB of RAM, making it suitable for basic tasks like browsing and social media scrolling. However, gaming performance may be compromised, especially for demanding games like Call of Duty Mobile. The phone's battery life is strong, with a 5000mAh capacity that can last more than a day on light usage. The camera setup includes a 13MP primary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor, while the front camera has an 8MP resolution. Video recording capabilities are capped at 1080p for both rear and front cameras. The phone runs on FunTouch OS based on Android 12, but lacks customization options compared to higher-end devices. The Vivo Y15a has only one configuration: 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, priced at 7999 pesos. In comparison, the Y15s model with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage is available for 619 pesos. Overall, the Vivo Y15a offers decent performance and battery life but may not be suitable for demanding users or gamers due to its old processor and limited camera capabilities.

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