The Nokia G42 5G is a midrange smartphone equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ processor.It is indeed available with either 4GB or 6GB of RAM and comes with 128GB of internal storage.The device features a 6.56-inch HD+ (1612 x 720 pixels) OLED display, which is protected by Corning Gorilla glass 3.
On the front, the Nokia G42 5G includes an 8-megapixel camera for selfies. The rear camera setup consists of a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro lens. This combination supports basic photography and depth effects.
The phone incorporates a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for biometric security. Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0 and 5G network support.It is powered by a 5000mAh battery that supports 20W fast charging. The device runs on Android 13 out of the box and includes standard sensors such as an accelerometer, proximity sensor, and ambient light sensor.
Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
2G Network Bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 and SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
3G Network Bands | 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
4G Network Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 13, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 |
5G Network Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A, 5G |
Also Known As |
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Dimensions | 165 x 75.8 x 8.6 mm |
Weight | 193.8 grams |
Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3) Plastic back / Plastic frame |
SIM Type | Single SIM (Nano-SIM, eSIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Display Type | IPS LCD touchscreen / 16M colors / 90Hz refresh / 560 nits of peak brightness |
Size | 6.56 inches, (82.73% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (269 ppi density) |
Operating System | Android 13 |
Chipset | Qualcomm SM4350-AC Snapdragon 480+ 5G (8 nm) |
CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460) |
GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 619 |
RAM + ROM | 4GB + 128GB / 6GB + 128GB |
Card Slot | Yes, up to 1TB via microSD card (uses SIM-2 slot) |
Camera Type | Triple Lenses |
Camera Sensor(s) |
Main: 50MP, f/1.8, PDAF Macro: 2MP, f/2.2 Depth: 2MP, f/2.2 |
Camera Features | Autofocus / Dual-LED dual-tone flash / HDR / panorama |
Video Resolution | 1080p@30fps |
Camera Type | Single Lens |
Camera Sensor(s) | 8-megapixel |
Camera Features | Face Beautification / FaceID / HDR |
Video Resolution | 1080p@30fps |
Loudspeaker | Yes |
Speaker Location | Placed at the basement |
Audio Jack Type | Yes, 3.5mm audio jack |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX Adaptive |
NFC | |
GPS | Yes, with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC |
FM Radio | Yes |
Battery Capacity | Non-removable Li-Po 5000mAh battery |
Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
Box Contents | Charging Brick / USB cable |
Note: Specifications may not be 100% accurate.