Samsung Galaxy A36 256GB vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G 256GB is cheaper by SAR 1,544 (prices checked 4 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 1,544
  • Higher-resolution main camera (108 MP vs 50 MP)
  • Lower weight: 177 g vs 320 g
  • Higher warranty: 2 years vs 1 years

The deciding difference here: main camera and weight and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Resolution

    1080 x 23402392 x 1080
  • Main camera

    50 MP✓ 108 MP
  • Water and dust rating

    IP67IP65

Specifications side by side

22 of 22 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 2,539
Samsung Galaxy A36 256GB specs
XiaomiSAR 995
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 2,539SAR 995
Battery capacity—5,520 mAh
Wired charging45 W—
Main camera50 MP✓ 108 MP
Years of OS updates6 years—
Storage256 GB256 GB
Memory (RAM)8 GB8 GB
ProcessorSnapdragon 6 Gen 3Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy A36 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G 256GB?

No difference here: processor is Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 on both.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy A36 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung Galaxy A36 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G 256GB?

Main camera is higher on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G 256GB: 108 MP vs 50 MP on the Samsung Galaxy A36 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Samsung Galaxy A36 256GB and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G 256GB?

No difference here: memory (RAM) is 8 GB on both.