Samsung sits as one of the world’s biggest OEMs, with over 300 million smartphones shipped annually. One of their biggest strength is the breadth of their portfolio. Samsung offers devices at every single segment of the market, from entry-level devices, all the way to the no-expense-spared flagship, and even foldable devices.
The lower end of the market has been served by the Galaxy A-series of devices and today, Samsung has announced the new devices in this segment for the year 2024. These devices include:
- Galaxy A25 5G
- Galaxy A15 5G
- Galaxy A15
- Galaxy A05s
- Galaxy A05
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| Galaxy | A25 5G | A15 5G | A15 LTE | A05s | A05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.5″ FHD+ | 6.5″ FHD+ | 6.5″ FHD+ | 6.7″ FHD+ | 6.7″ HD+ |
| Super AMOLED 120Hz | Super AMOLED 90Hz | Super AMOLED 90Hz | PLS LCD 90Hz | PLS LCD | |
| Main Camera | 50 MP (wide) | 50 MP (wide) | 50 MP (wide) | 50 MP (wide) | 50 MP (wide) |
| 8 MP (depth) | 8 MP (ultrawide) | 5 MP (ultrawide) | 2 MP (depth) | 2 MP (depth) | |
| 2MP (macro) | 2MP (macro) | 2MP (macro) | 2MP (macro) | ||
| Selfie camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | 13 MP | 13 MP | 8 MP |
| Processor | Exynos 1280 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | MediaTek Helio G85 |
| Memory & | 6GB/128GB | | 4GB/128GB | | 4GB/128GB | | 4GB/64GB | | 4GB/64GB | |
| Storage | 8GB/256GB | 6GB/128GB | 6Gb/128GB | 4GB/128GB | 4GB/128GB |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Colors | Blue Black, Light Blue, | Blue Black, Blue, Yellow | Blue Black, Blue, Light Blue | Black, Silver, Light Green, | Black, Silver, |
| Blue, Yellow, Silver | Light Violet | Light Green |
Samsung Galaxy A25 5G
The Galaxy A25 5G is a mid-range smartphone with a 6.6-inch display, a MediaTek Dimensity 6100 Plus processor, 4GB to 8GB of RAM, 64GB to 128GB of storage, and a 50MP triple-lens rear camera. It also has a 13MP front-facing camera and a 5,000mAh battery. The Galaxy A25 5G is available in Silver, Dark Blue, and White.
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
The Galaxy A15 5G is a more budget-friendly 5G option with a 6.5-inch display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor, 4GB to 6GB of RAM, 64GB to 128GB of storage, and a 50MP triple-lens rear camera. It also has a 13MP front-facing camera and a 5,000mAh battery. The Galaxy A15 5G is available in Gray, Light Green, and Silver.
Samsung Galaxy A15
The Galaxy A15 is a 4G LTE smartphone with a 6.6-inch display, a MediaTek Helio P35 processor, 3GB to 6GB of RAM, 32GB to 64GB of storage, and a 13MP triple-lens rear camera. It also has a 5MP front-facing camera and a 5,000mAh battery. The Galaxy A15 is available in Black, Light Blue, and Mint.
Samsung Galaxy A05s
The Galaxy A05s is an entry-level smartphone with a 6.5-inch display, a MediaTek Helio G35 processor, 3GB to 4GB of RAM, 32GB to 64GB of storage, and a 50MP triple-lens rear camera. It also has a 8MP front-facing camera and a 5,000mAh battery. The Galaxy A05s is available in Black, Dark Blue, and Green.
Samsung Galaxy A05
The Galaxy A05 is an even more budget-friendly option with a 6.5-inch display, a MediaTek Helio P35 processor, 2GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, and a 13MP dual-lens rear camera. It also has a 5MP front-facing camera and a 5,000mAh battery. The Galaxy A05 is available in Black, Blue, and White.
Pricing
Here’s a list of the Samsung Galaxy A-Series devices mentioned along with their respective prices in Kenyan Shillings (KES):
- Galaxy A25 5G:
- 8GB RAM / 256GB Storage: KES 50,000
- 6GB RAM / 128GB Storage: KES 43,000
- Galaxy A15 5G:
- 6GB RAM / 128GB Storage: KES 33,000
- 4GB RAM / 128GB Storage: KES 30,000
- Galaxy A15 LTE:
- 6GB RAM / 128GB Storage: KES 29,000
- 4GB RAM / 128GB Storage: KES 27,000
- Galaxy A05s:
- Pricing ranges from KES 26,000 to KES 21,000 based on memory and storage configurations.
- Galaxy A05:
- Pricing ranges from KES 19,000 to KES 17,000 based on memory and storage configurations.
Conclusion
2024’s lineup of Galaxy A series devices feels a lot more exhaustive as they try to cater to the needs of entry-level smartphone users. Which phone is right for you will depend on your budget and needs. If you’re looking for a 5G phone with a good camera, the Galaxy A25 5G or Galaxy A15 5G are good options. The Galaxy A15 or Galaxy A05s are still good choices if you’re on a tighter budget. And if you just need a basic phone for making calls and checking email, the Galaxy A05 is a good option.
We’re still looking forward to the Galaxy Unpacked event 2024 which is slated for the 17th of January. At the event, we hope to see the unveiling of the Galaxy S24 Series, Samsung’s flagship device for 2024. Also, stay tuned for that coverage.
