GENERAL |
|
Brand |
Samsung |
Model |
Galaxy F42 5G |
Status |
Available |
Release Date |
3 October 2021 |
Operating System |
Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI core 5 |
SIM |
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Networks |
2G, 3G, 4G, 5G |
Body and Dimensions |
|
Height |
167.2 mm |
Width |
76.4 mm |
Thickness |
9 mm |
Weight |
203 g (7.16 oz) |
Colors |
Matte Aqua, Matte Black |
Display |
|
Screen type |
TFT LCD, 90Hz |
Screen Size |
6.6 inches |
Screen Resolution |
1080 x 2408 pixels |
Aspect Radio |
20:9 |
Pixel Density |
400 PPI |
screen-to-body ratio |
82.1% |
Hardware |
|
Chipset |
Mediatek MT6833 Dimensity 700 (7 nm) |
CPU |
Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
GPU |
Mali-G57 MC2 |
RAM and Storage |
128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
Card Slot |
microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Primary Camera |
|
No. of Cameras |
Triple |
Lens |
64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF |
Features |
LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Video Recording |
1152p@30fps |
Front Camera |
|
No. of Cameras |
Single |
Lens |
8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
Features |
- |
Video Recording |
1080p@30fps |
Connectivity |
|
USB |
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
NFC |
No |
Radio |
FM radio, recording |
Bluetooth |
5.0, A2DP, LE |
Loudspeaker |
Yes, with stereo speakers |
Sensors |
|
Fingerprint |
Side-mounted |
Other Sensors |
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Battery |
|
Type |
Li-Po, Non removable |
Capacity |
5000 mAh |
Fast Charger |
15W wired |
Network |
|
2G Band |
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
3G Band |
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
4G Band |
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
5G Band |
1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
Speed |
HSPA, LTE-A, 5G |
Hotspot |
Yes |
The Samsung Galaxy F42 5G, available since October 2021, is a compelling mid-range smartphone that brings 5G connectivity to the masses. With a large 6.6-inch TFT LCD display featuring a 90Hz refresh rate, users can enjoy smooth scrolling and responsive touch interactions. The 1080 x 2408 pixels resolution ensures clear visuals for daily tasks and multimedia consumption. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset and offering configurations with 6GB or 8GB of RAM, the Galaxy F42 5G delivers reliable performance for multitasking and casual gaming.
The triple-camera setup on the back, led by a 64 MP primary lens, captures detailed and vibrant images, while the 5 MP ultrawide lens adds versatility to photography. With its 5000 mAh battery and 15W wired fast charging, the Galaxy F42 5G ensures a long-lasting and efficient power supply, making it a compelling option for users seeking a feature-packed 5G smartphone.