Samsung Galaxy A51 A515USQU9FWD2

Samsung Galaxy A51 A515USQU9FWD2 Firmware

Samsung Galaxy A51 A515USQU9FWD2 is an Android 13 firmware for CHA, DSH, United States (ATT, CCT, SPR, TMB, XAS). It is the same firmware configured per region and carrier (CSC). Find your country below, verify the file and download for free. Compared with the previous build A515USQU8EWAB https://samfirm.shop/build/A515USQU8EWAB: bootloader binary raised from 8 to 9, so after installing it there is no way back to older builds. A newer build for SM-A515U is available: A515USQSCFXA1 https://samfirm.shop/build/A515USQSCFXA1.

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Android 13
OS Version
2023-04-05
First release
other regions until 2023-04-29
2023-02-01
Security patch
3
Countries
7
CSC codes
9
Bootloader binary

Bootloader binary 9. Flashing firmware with a lower binary is usually blocked by Samsung anti-rollback.

Newer builds of Samsung Galaxy A51 use bootloader binary C (12) (latest: A515USQSCFXA1 https://samfirm.shop/build/A515USQSCFXA1). If your device already runs binary C (12), this build cannot be flashed.

All regional downloads

Pick your region (CSC) to download the matching firmware package.

Paste your current build number from Settings > About phone (About tablet) > Software information, or the output of *#1234#.
    MODEM/CP Version: A515USQU9FWD2
    ModelRegionCSC VersionBuild DateRelease dateSizeFile nameDownload
    SM-A515U
    ATT United States
    A515UOYN9FWD2 2023-04-05 2023-04-25 5.143 GiB
    SM-A515U_3_20230405221111_31qu1az56z_fac.zip
    SM-A515U
    CCT United States
    A515UOYN9FWD2 2023-04-28 2023-04-28 5.191 GiB
    SM-A515U_4_20230404160940_ndsrycfdh1_fac.zip
    SM-A515U
    CHA
    A515UOYN9FWD2 2023-04-27 2023-04-28 5.191 GiB
    SM-A515U_4_20230404162800_iz1jsq6huf_fac.zip
    SM-A515U
    DSH
    A515UOYN9FWD2 2023-04-29 2023-05-01 5.191 GiB
    SM-A515U_3_20230406214231_hx0qe61cmy_fac.zip
    SM-A515U
    SPR United States
    A515UOYN9FWD2 2023-04-29 2023-05-01 5.176 GiB
    SM-A515U_3_20230406210810_h59o3sv3g8_fac.zip
    SM-A515U
    TMB United States
    A515UOYN9FWD2 2023-04-29 2023-05-01 5.176 GiB
    SM-A515U_3_20230406212120_99t9nymq9x_fac.zip
    SM-A515U
    XAS United States
    A515UOYN9FWD2 2023-04-29 2023-05-01 5.176 GiB
    SM-A515U_3_20230406213151_x32kocenym_fac.zip

    No matching downloads

    Device specifications

    • Display diagonal16.5 cm (6.5")
    • Display resolution1080 x 2400 pixels
    • Display typeSAMOLED
    • Rear camera resolution48 MP
    • Rear camera typeQuad camera
    • Battery capacity4000 mAh
    • Weight172 g

    Specifications of SM-A515, a regional variant of the same device. Chipset and SIM lines are left out: they can differ by region.

    What's new in A515USQU9FWD2

    One UI 5.1 Update

    One UI 5.1 takes your phone to the next level with new Gallery features as well as productivity and personalization enhancements.

    Gallery

    More powerful search
    You can now search your Gallery for more than one person or subject at the same time. You can even search for people without tagging their names just by tapping their faces.

    Revamped info display
    When you swipe up while viewing a picture or video in your Gallery, you can see when and where the picture was taken, which device took the picture, where the picture is stored, and more. Now with a simpler layout.

    Multitasking

    Easily minimize or switch to full screen
    You can now minimize or maximize an app window without going to the options menu. Just drag one of the corners.

    Access your most used apps in split screen
    When you start a split-screen view, the apps you use most often will be shown below your recently used apps to help you find the apps you need faster.

    Modes and Routines

    Change wallpapers based on your mode
    Set a different wallpaper based on your current activity. Choose one wallpaper for work, one for exercising, and more.

    More actions for routines
    New actions let you control Quick Share and Touch sensitivity, change your ringtone, and change your font style.

    Weather

    Quick access to useful information
    Check severe weather alerts, daily weather summaries, and sunrise/sunset times at the top of the Weather app. The temperature graph now uses colors to show how the temperature changes throughout the day.

    Hourly precipitation graph
    An hourly graph now shows how much precipitation has fallen at different times of the day.

    Summary on Weather widget
    A brief summary of the current weather conditions now appears on the weather widget to let you know if it's sunny, cloudy, raining, or snowing.

    Samsung Internet

    Continue browsing on another device
    If you're browsing the web on one Galaxy phone or tablet and later open the Internet app on another Galaxy device signed in to the same Samsung account, a button will appear that lets you open the last webpage you were viewing on the other device.

    Improved search
    Your searches now include the names of bookmark folders and tab groups. Improved search logic lets you find what you're looking for even if something isn't spelled correctly.

    Additional changes

    Check the battery level of your devices
    The new Battery widget lets you check the battery level of your devices, right from the Home screen. You can see how much battery is left on your phone, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Watch, and other supported devices.

    Settings suggestions
    While signed in to your Samsung account, suggestions will appear at the top of the Settings screen to help you share, connect, and enhance your experience across your Galaxy devices.

    Choose where to save screenshots and screen recordings
    You can now change the folder where screenshots and screen recordings are saved.

    How to flash A515USQU9FWD2

    • A515USQU9FWD2 has bootloader binary 9. Your device must run binary 9 or lower: it is the 5th character from the end of your current build number.
    • CSC: Use CSC for a clean install, to change the region (CSC code), to downgrade or to repair a device that does not boot.
    • HOME_CSC: Use HOME_CSC to update the same model and region while keeping your data. Back up anyway: a failed update can still require a reset.
    • The Download Mode key combo depends on the model: see all combos.
    Full flashing guide
    Beware: Manually flashing firmwares may brick your device. Use it at your own risk and follow our tutorial steps.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    A515USQU9FWD2 is Android 13 firmware for Samsung Galaxy A51, released for CHA, DSH, United States (ATT, CCT, SPR, TMB, XAS). It includes the 2023-02-01 security patch. Samsung built it on 2023-04-05.

    No. A newer build for SM-A515U is available: A515USQSCFXA1. Install it instead of A515USQU9FWD2 unless you need this exact version. The previous build was A515USQU8EWAB.

    Download the package for your region (CSC) and unzip it. In Odin, load each file into the slot with the same name: BL, AP, CP (if the package has one) and CSC, or HOME_CSC to keep your data. Odin checks the built-in checksum of every .tar.md5 file before flashing. The Samsung Galaxy A51 must be on bootloader binary 9 or lower.

    This build uses bootloader binary 9. It can be flashed on a Samsung Galaxy A51 running binary 9 or lower; if the device already has a higher binary, Odin stops with "SW REV CHECK FAIL". 1 other build of this model uses the same binary, so you can switch between them in both directions.

    Other builds and changelog for Samsung Galaxy A51

    • The security of your device has been improved.

    • Overall stability of your device has been improved.
    • The security of your device has been improved.

    Software and Terms & Conditions Update

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This update includes revised Terms & Conditions for your device, including the Dispute Resolution Agreement with arbitration terms. For more information, review https://www.samsung.com/us/support/legal/mobile/.
    ​By clicking “Install now,” by scheduling your install, or by continuing to use your device after installation, you agree to these revised Terms & Conditions.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    Software and Terms & Conditions Update

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This update includes revised Terms & Conditions for your device, including the Dispute Resolution Agreement with arbitration terms. For more information, review https://www.samsung.com/us/support/legal/mobile/.
    ​By clicking “Install now,” by scheduling your install, or by continuing to use your device after installation, you agree to these revised Terms & Conditions.

    • Security
    The device is protected with improved security.

    No changelog details available.
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    One UI 5.1 Update

    One UI 5.1 takes your phone to the next level with new Gallery features as well as productivity and personalization enhancements.

    Gallery

    More powerful search
    You can now search your Gallery for more than one person or subject at the same time. You can even search for people without tagging their names just by tapping their faces.

    Revamped info display
    When you swipe up while viewing a picture or video in your Gallery, you can see when and where the picture was taken, whi...

    No changelog details available.
    One UI 5 Upgrade (Android 13)

    One UI 5 brings you more powerful personalization and makes it easier to get things done across your Galaxy devices.

    Visual design

    New app icons and illustrations
    Icon symbols are larger for a bolder look that's easier to scan. Subtle background gradients and improved contrast give a fresher, more natural feel. New help illustrations have been created to give a consistent look to all apps.

    Smoother than ever before
    New animations and transition effects make sw...

    One UI 5 Upgrade (Android 13)

    One UI 5 brings you more powerful personalization and makes it easier to get things done across your Galaxy devices.

    Visual design

    New app icons and illustrations
    Icon symbols are larger for a bolder look that's easier to scan. Subtle background gradients and improved contrast give a fresher, more natural feel. New help illustrations have been created to give a consistent look to all apps.

    Smoother than ever before
    New animations and transition effects make sw...

    • The security of your device has been improved.

    • Overall stability of your device has been improved.
    • The security of your device has been improved.

    No changelog details available.

    · The security of your device has been improved.

    One UI 4.1 Upgrade (Android 12)

    One UI 4.1 brings you a wide array of new features and enhancements for your Galaxy devices. More intuitive, more fun, more secure, and easier than ever.

    Check out the changes below.

    Color palette

    Customize your phone with unique colors based on your wallpaper. Your colors will be applied to menus, buttons, backgrounds, and apps throughout your phone.

    Privacy

    One UI 4.1 offers strong privacy protection to make sure your personal information doesn’t fall in...

    · The security of your device has been improved.

    · Security patch update
    · Security patch update
    · Security patch update

    · The security of your device has been improved.

    • The performance of Camera has been improved
    • Enhanced Quick Share
    - Improve file sharing between Galaxy devices using Quick Share.
    • The security of your device has been improved.