Samsung Galaxy A42 128GB Gray 5G
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In terms of processing power, the Samsung Galaxy A42 is comparable to the A52. The Samsung A52 does have a significantly better camera and a sharper screen. Curious about all the differences and similarities between these smartphones? Read our comparison.
Product number | 870737 | |
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Manufacturer code | SM-A426BZADEUB | |
Brand | Samsung | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Carry-in warranty |
Mobile phone type | Smartphone | |
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Recommended for use | Internet, social media, and light games, Phone calls and WhatsApp |
Year introduced | 2020 | |
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Introduction month | October | |
Operating system | Android | |
Android One | ||
Android version when introduced | Android 10 | |
Update to Android version possible | Android 12 | |
Latest Android version | ||
Expected number of remaining Android updates | 0 | |
Expected frequency security updates | Each quarter | |
Expected date of last security update | October 2024 | |
Assessment remaining security updates | Good | |
Review update policy | Standard |
Size mobile phone | Very large | |
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Height | 16,42 cm | |
Width | 7,57 cm | |
Depth | 0,86 cm | |
Weight | 193 g | |
Color | Gray | |
Shockproof | ||
Sound reproduction | Stereo |
Speed class | Very good | |
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Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G | |
Total storage capacity | 128 GB | |
Internal RAM | 4 GB | |
Memory card reader | ||
Memory card | MicroSD | |
Expandable storage capacity up to | 1024 GB |
SIM free | ||
|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | ||
Content SIM tray | 1 SIM card slot and a slot for SIM card or memory card |
Camera quality | Standard | |
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Built-in camera | ||
Total number of megapixels | 48 MP | |
Autofocus | ||
Type of autofocus | Contrast detection | |
Video function | ||
Video Recording quality | 4K @ 30 FPS | |
Rear flash | ||
Lens type | Standard | |
Image stabilization type | No image stabilization | |
Aperture | 1,8 | |
Flash type | Single LED | |
HDR support camera | ||
Type of image sensor | 1/2 inches | |
Second rear camera | ||
Rear camera 2 lens type | Wide-angle | |
Number of megapixels second rear camera | 8 MP | |
Fixed aperture second rear camera | 2,2 | |
Type of image stabilization second rear camera | No image stabilization | |
Autofocus second rear camera | ||
Optical zoom function second rear camera | ||
Third rear camera | ||
Rear camera 3 lens type | Depth sensor | |
Type of depth sensor third rear camera | Standard depth sensor | |
Fourth rear camera | ||
Lens type fourth camera rear | Macro lens | |
Number of megapixels fourth rear camera | 5 MP | |
Fixed aperture fourth rear camera | 2,4 | |
Autofocus fourth rear camera | ||
Type of image stabilization fourth rear camera | No image stabilization | |
Optical zoom function fourth rear camera | ||
Fifth camera on the back |
Front Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
Front camera type | In screen | |
Number of megapixels front camera | 20 MP | |
Fixed aperture front camera | 2,2 | |
Type of image stabilization front camera | No image stabilization | |
Front flash | ||
Second front camera |
Screen size | 6,6 inches | |
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Screen-to-body ratio | 85,96 % | |
Screen quality | Standard | |
Foldable | ||
Refresh rate | 60 Hz | |
Pixel density | 265 ppi | |
Notification LED | ||
Touchscreen | ||
Sharpness | HD Ready (720p) | |
Screen type | AMOLED | |
Scratch resistant | ||
Gorilla Glass | ||
Gorilla Glass Type | Gorilla Glass 3 | |
HDR support |
Battery/battery capacity | 5000 mAh | |
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Quick charge functionality | ||
Fast charge type | Samsung Adaptive Fast Charge | |
Power wired fast charging | 15 W | |
Wireless charging | ||
Replaceable battery |
Internet connection options | 4G and 5G | |
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Built-in WiFi | ||
WiFi standards | Wireless A, Wireless AC, Wireless B, Wireless G, Wireless N, [Wireless AC 2x2], [Wireless AC Wave 2] | |
Bluetooth | ||
Bluetooth version | 5.0 | |
NFC | ||
Headphone jack | ||
USB port | ||
Type of USB port | USB-C | |
Lightning connector | ||
Suitable for Samsung DeX |
Home button | ||
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Fingerprint identity sensor | ||
Placement fingerprint sensor | Under the screen | |
Facial recognition | ||
Accelerometer | ||
Light sensor | ||
Compass | ||
Pedometer | ||
GPS sensor |
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Size mobile phone | Very large | |
|---|---|---|
Camera quality | Standard | |
Speed class | Very good | |
Screen quality | Standard | |
Total storage capacity | 128 GB | |
Year introduced | 2020 | |
Screen size | 6,6 inches |
According to our mobile phone expert
With the large 5000mAh battery, your smartphone won't run out of power quickly.
This device is powerful, so you can smoothly switch between different demanding apps.
You're assured of security updates until October 2024.
The screen isn't as sharp as that of comparable smartphones.
The large 6.6-inch screen is difficult to operate with one hand.
The Samsung Galaxy A42 128GB Gray 5G has a large battery and 128GB storage for all your apps and files. The Samsung A42 is suitable for fairly intensive use. You can smoothly switch between moderately demanding apps like Netflix, YouTube, and Spotify. With the 4 cameras on the back of the smartphone, you can take good photos. Thanks to the wide-angle lens, tall buildings or large groups of people fit in the photo in their entirety. The Samsung A42 5G has a large 5000mAh battery that lasts a day and a half. You can charge your smartphone quickly with the included Samsung Adaptive Fast Charge charger.
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17
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It's a very nice phone. Fits well in the hand, not too heavy. Very fast.
Marleen Heijen
11 December 2020
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Great for me what he can do and for a reasonable price
Gerard Mom
21 November 2020
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Both device and app store better than previous iPhone
Pieter Leenders
13 December 2020
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