The Samsung Galaxy M42 5G is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G processor,which supports 5G connectivity. This chipset features an octa-core CPU and integrates the Adreno 619 GPU. The device is available with either 6GB or 8GB of RAM and includes 128GB of internal storage.
The display measures 6.6 inches diagonally and uses a Super AMOLED panel with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.The screen incorporates a U-shaped notch at the top center, housing the front-facing camera.
On the rear, the Galaxy M42 5G has a quad-camera setup. The primary sensor is 48 megapixels,accompanied by an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens,a 5-megapixel macro camera,and a 5-megapixel depth sensor.The front camera is a single 20-megapixel sensor located within the notch.
The device includes an under-display fingerprint sensor for biometric security.It is powered by a 5000mAh battery and supports 15W fast charging. The phone runs on Android 11 with Samsung’s One UI 3.1 interface pre-installed.
Color options for the Galaxy M42 5G include Prism Dot Black and Prism Dot Gray. Additional features include standard sensors such as accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass. The phone supports dual SIM functionality and offers connectivity options including Wi-Fi,Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and USB Type-C.
Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
2G Network Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 and SIM 2 |
3G Network Bands | HSDPA Bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
4G Network Bands | LTE band 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
5G Network Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A, 5G |
Also Known As |
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Dimensions | 164.4 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm |
Weight | 190 grams |
SIM Type | Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Display Type | Super AMOLED touchscreen / 16M colors |
Size | 6.6 inches, (84.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (266 ppi density) |
Operating System |
Android 11 - One UI 3.1 |
Chipset | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm) |
CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570) |
GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 619 |
RAM + ROM | 6GB + 128GB / 8GB + 128GB |
Card Slot | microSD, up to 512GB (dedicated slot) |
Camera Type | Quadruple Lenses |
Camera Sensor(s) |
Main: 48MP, f/1.8, PDAF Ultrawide: 8MP, f/2.2, 123˚ FoV Macro: 5MP, f/2.4 Depth: 5MP, f/2.4 |
Camera Features | Autofocus / Continuous shooting / Digital zoom / HDR / Touch focus / Face detection / LED flash / gyro-EIS |
Video Resolution | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@480fps |
Camera Type | Single Lens |
Camera Sensor(s) | 20-megapixel |
Camera Features |
HDR / F/2.2 aperture / FaceID / Face beautification |
Video Resolution | 1080p@30fps |
Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Speaker Location | Placed at the basement and top |
Audio Jack Type | Yes, 3.5mm audio jack |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE |
NFC | |
GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
FM Radio | FM radio |
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.