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Compare the Samsung Galaxy A52 to the A42
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.
Specifications
Product
Product number | 870738 | |
|---|---|---|
Manufacturer code | SM-A426BZKDEUB | |
Brand | Samsung | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Carry-in warranty |
General
Mobile phone type | Smartphone | |
|---|---|---|
Recommended for use | Internet, social media, and light games, Phone calls and WhatsApp |
Update policy
Year introduced | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
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 |
Physical properties
Size mobile phone | Very large | |
|---|---|---|
Height | 16,42 cm | |
Width | 7,57 cm | |
Depth | 0,86 cm | |
Weight | 193 g | |
Color | Black | |
Water-resistant | ||
Shockproof | ||
Sound reproduction | Stereo |
Processor and memory
Speed class | Very good | |
|---|---|---|
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G | |
Clock speed primary processor | 2,2 GHz | |
Number of primary processor cores | Octa-Core (8) | |
Total storage capacity | 128 GB | |
Internal RAM | 4 GB | |
Memory card reader | ||
Memory card | MicroSD | |
Expandable storage capacity up to | 1024 GB |
SIM card
SIM free | ||
|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | ||
Content SIM tray | 1 SIM card slot and a slot for SIM card or memory card | |
Samsung region lock |
Rear cameras
Camera quality | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
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 cameras
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
Screen size | 6,6 inches | |
|---|---|---|
Screen-to-body ratio | 85,96 % | |
Screen quality | Standard | |
Foldable | ||
Refresh rate | 60 Hz | |
Resolution height | 1600 pixels | |
Resolution width | 720 pixels | |
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/battery capacity | 5000 mAh | |
|---|---|---|
Quick charge functionality | ||
Fast charge type | Samsung Adaptive Fast Charge | |
Power wired fast charging | 15 W | |
Wireless charging | ||
Replaceable battery |
Connectivity
Internet connection options | 4G and 5G | |
|---|---|---|
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 |
Sensors
Home button | ||
|---|---|---|
Fingerprint identity sensor | ||
Placement fingerprint sensor | Under the screen | |
Facial recognition | ||
Accelerometer | ||
Light sensor | ||
Compass | ||
Pedometer | ||
GPS sensor |
