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Galaxy F42 5G
Released 2021, October 03 203 g (7.16 oz), 167.2 x 76.4 x 9 mm Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI core 5 128GB
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$240.00 PRICE (USD)
6.6 inches 1080 x 2408 pixels
64 MP 1080p
6GB RAM Mediatek
5000 mAh 15W
Pricing Mode: 🌐 Global (USD $)
Prices Price (USD) USD $240.00 USD
Network Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Launch Announced 2021, September 29
Status Available. Released 2021, October 03
Body Dimensions 167.2 x 76.4 x 9 mm (6.58 x 3.01 x 0.35 in)
Weight 203 g (7.16 oz)
Build Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Display Type TFT LCD, 90Hz
Size 6.6 inches, 104.9 cm2 (~82.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
Display 6.6″1080×2400 pixels
Platform OS Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI core 5
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Mali-G57 MC2
Memory Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
128 GB
RAM 6/8 GB
Main Camera Triple 64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF

5 MP, f/2.2, 115˚ (ultrawide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm

Auxiliary lens
Features LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video 1152p@30fps
Selfie camera Single 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Features No
Video 1080p@30fps
Sound Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC No
Radio FM radio, recording
Yes
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Features Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Messaging SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
Browser HTML5
Battery Type Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging 15W wired
Misc Colors Matte Aqua, Matte Black
Models SM-E426B, SM-E426B/DS
SAR 0.47 W/kg (head)
SAR EU 0.94 W/kg (head)     1.23 W/kg (body)
Price About 240 EUR
Alert types Vibration, MP3, WAV ringtones
Java No
Made by Korea

Mini Review & Verdict

A smart summary of the Samsung Galaxy F42 5G

Advantages

  • Comprehensive 5G band compatibility for future-proof mobile data speeds
  • Smooth 90Hz screen refresh rate for fluid navigation and animated transitions
  • High-detail 64MP primary camera sensor
  • High-capacity 5000mAh cell built to reliably sustain heavy daily screen time
  • Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio

Disadvantages

  • Employs standard LCD panel technology rather than deep-black AMOLED
  • Recharging turnaround is limited to 15W, taking longer to reach full charge

Crafted for users who push their hardware through intensive daily workloads, the Samsung Galaxy F42 5G presents a robust, confidence-inspiring build that does not compromise on longevity. The front interface is anchored by an expansive responsive IPS LCD measuring 6.6 inches paired with an energetic 90Hz refresh rate, engineered to maintain crisp visibility even under challenging outdoor lighting conditions.

Underneath the hood, compute resilience is marshaled by the powerful Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm). Heavy background downloads, intensive 3D rendering, and continuous navigation operate without thermal throttling or frame drops, demonstrating exemplary sustained performance. In terms of mobile photography, the camera module—centered on a 64MP primary sensor—delivers consistent detail retention, accurate shadows, and responsive point-and-shoot reliability.

Replenishment speed and cell resilience are spearheaded by a 5000mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to keep active power users moving forward without hesitation. The Samsung Galaxy F42 5G proves itself an authoritative, high-endurance package ready for grueling everyday demands.

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