Samsung Galaxy F42 5G

Added: 09.30.21 | Updated: 03.20.23
  • Model: Galaxy F42 5G
  • Brand: Samsung
  • Rating: 3.33 out of 5 (6 votes)
  • Price: 240 EUR
  • Year of manufacture: 2021
  • Dimensions: 167.2 x 76.4 x 9 mm
  • Weight: 203 g
  • Chipset: MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700 5G (7 nm)
  • Built-in memory: 128GB 6GB RAM
  • Screen: TFT 6.6 inches
  • Battery: 5000 mAh
  • Rear camera: Triple, 64MP
  • Front camera: Single, 8MP

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Samsung Galaxy F42 5G specs

Common | Price | Design | Screen | Hardware | Memory | Software | Main Camera | Selfie camera | Cellular | Connectivity | Battery | Audio | Sensors | Performance Benchmark

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G Release dateCommon

Brand and model

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G

Launch date

2021, September 29

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G PricePrice

First price

240 EUR

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G dimension, size, weightDesign

Height

6.58 in (167.2 mm)

Width

3.01 in ( 76.4 mm)

Depth

0.35 in ( 9 mm)

Weight

7.16 oz (203 grams)

Build materials

Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back

Water resistant

Colors

Matte Aqua, Matte Black

Case

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Samsung Galaxy F42 5G screenScreen

Technology TFT
Size

6.6 in

Screen Area

104.9 cm2

Resolution

1080 x 2408 px

Points per inch

400 PPI

Color Depth

16M

Ratio (height:width)

20:9

Ratio (screen:body)

82.1%

Additional Features

-90Hz

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Samsung Galaxy F42 5G ProcessorHardware

Chipset

- MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700 5G (7 nm)

CPU

- Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)

GPU

- Mali-G57 MC2

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G Memory and storageMemory

Internal Memory

128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM

Memory Card Slot

microSDXC (dedicated slot)

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G SoftwareSoftware

Operating System (OS)

Android 11, One UI Core 3.1

User Interface

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G main camera specsMain Camera

Number of Cameras

Triple

Specs

-64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF
-5 MP, f/2.2, 115˚ (ultrawide), 1/5.0'', 1.12µm
-2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)

Features

LED flash, panorama, HDR

Video Recording 1080p@30fps

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G selfie camera specsSelfie camera

Number of Cameras

Single

Specs

-8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)

Video Recording 1080p@30fps

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G Cellular BandsCellular

Bands GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
-2G - GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
-3G - HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
-4G - LTE
-5G - SA/NSA/Sub6
SIM Card Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A, 5G
SAR EU 0.94 W/kg (head)     1.23 W/kg (body)    
SAR 0.47 W/kg (head)    

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G wifi bluetooth gps nfcConnectivity

Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
GPS Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G Battery type and CapacityBattery

Capacity

5000 mAh

Type

Li-Po, non-removable

Charging

-Fast charging 15W

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G sound and multimediaAudio

Headphone Jack Yes
Radio FM radio, recording

Sensors

Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Other specifications

Others

Performance Benchmark

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G antutu score Antutu Score

Antutu 8 Score249021 (Position 454 out of 1146)

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Samsung Galaxy F42 5G geekbench ScoreGeekbench Score

GeekBench 5 Single Core656 (Position 583 out of 1884)
GeekBench 5 Multi-Core1981 (Position 586 out of 1873)

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Disclaimer: This information is based on public data and official specifications from Samsung. However, there may be differences in specifications.

Description of the Samsung Galaxy F42 5G Specs

The Samsung Galaxy F42 5G is a versatile smartphone that was introduced by Samsung on September 29, 2021. This device supports a wide range of network technologies, including GSM, HSPA, LTE, and 5G, ensuring fast internet connectivity across different regions and network conditions. It is equipped with a dual SIM feature, allowing users to manage two different phone numbers simultaneously.

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Samsung Galaxy F42 5G Reviews and Opinions

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Samsung Galaxy F42 5G cost?

The price of the Samsung Galaxy F42 5G varies based on the specific model and storage capacity. As of the latest update, the base model starts at 240 EUR. Prices increase for models with larger storage capacity and additional features.

When did the Samsung Galaxy F42 5G come out?

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G mobile was launched on in these colors: Matte Aqua, Matte Black.

What is the size and weight of Samsung Galaxy F42 5G ?

The Samsung Galaxy F42 5G has dimensions of Height: 167.2 mm Width: 76.4 mm Thickness: 9 mm and weighs approximately 203 grams.

What is the screen size and resolution of Samsung Galaxy F42 5G?

When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.6 inches diagonally offering a resolution of 1080 x 2408 px at a pixel density of 400 ppi.

How much memory and storage does a Samsung Galaxy F42 5G have?

Device comes with chipset MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700 5G (7 nm) with processor Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55). Samsung Galaxy F42 5G is available with internal memory of 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM.

What are the main camera specifications and megapixels of the Samsung Galaxy F42 5G?

The device have a Triple rear camera setup with specs of 64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, 115˚ (ultrawide), 1/5.0'', 1.12µm 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) and features like LED flash, panorama, HDR

What are the front camera specs and MP of the Samsung Galaxy F42 5G?

The device comes with Single front camera setup with specs of 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) and features like