Head to head
TCL 50 XL vs Galaxy A15
Full specs side by side — plus the one table nobody else shows you: what each phone actually costs to repair.
At a glance
- TCL 50 XL has the larger display (6.78" vs 6.5").
- TCL 50 XL carries the bigger battery (5,010 mAh vs 5,000 mAh).
- TCL 50 XL has the faster display (120Hz vs 90Hz).
- TCL 50 XL is lighter (195 g vs 200 g).
Specifications
Spec for spec.
| TCL 50 XL | Galaxy A15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | 2024-07-05 | 2024-01 |
| Display | 6.78" IPS LCD | 6.5" Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2460 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Chip | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ |
| RAM | 6GB | 4 (US)GB |
| Storage options | 128GB (microSD expandable) | 128GB (US) / 256GB (intl) |
| Rear cameras | 50MP wide + 2MP depth | 50MP wide + 5MP ultrawide + 2MP macro |
| Front camera | 8MP | 13MP |
| Battery | 5010 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | USB-C, 18W wired | USB-C, 25W wired |
| Dimensions (mm) | 167.6 x 75.5 x 8.2 | 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 |
| Weight | 195 g | 200 g |
| Colors at launch | Slate Gray | Blue Black, Blue, Light Blue, Yellow |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC | 5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC |
| OS at launch | Android 14 | Android 14 (One UI 6) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM |
Specs reflect the US models as published by the manufacturer.
What buyers pick
The configurations people actually choose.
Based on current used-market sales data, updated August 2026.
| TCL 50 XL | Galaxy A15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Most-chosen color | — | Black & Blue |
| Most-chosen storage | — | 128GB |
Repair pricing
What each costs to fix.
Real walk-in prices at BK Wireless — every repair backed by a 60-day parts and labor warranty.
| Repair | TCL 50 XL | Galaxy A15 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen replacement | $89 | $89 |
| Battery replacement | $59 | $69 |
FAQ
TCL 50 XL vs Galaxy A15, answered.
Which is newer, the TCL 50 XL or the Galaxy A15?
Both launched in 2024.
Which has the bigger battery?
The TCL 50 XL: 5,010 mAh vs 5,000 mAh.
Which is cheaper to repair?
Screen replacement costs the same for both at BK Wireless: $89.
Does BK Wireless repair the TCL 50 XL and the Galaxy A15?
Yes — both. Walk into 1054 Beach 20th Street in Far Rockaway for same-day screen, battery, and charging port repairs on either phone, backed by a 60-day warranty. No appointment needed.
Can I trade in my old phone toward either one?
Yes. Bring your current phone and a photo ID — we test it in front of you and pay cash on the spot, working or broken.
Upgrading to either one?
Get cash for your current phone at 1054 Beach 20th Street — tested in front of you, paid on the spot.
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