Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
$262Budget2021
5.5
Overall Score
within Budget
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build and value. Scores are rated within the phone's tier.
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6.6"
Display
64MP
Camera
5,000
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
15W
Charging
203g
Weight
Why the Galaxy F42 5G
BudgetThe Galaxy F42 5G is a basic entry-level device focused on essential connectivity. While it offers 5G and a high-refresh display, the use of a budget TFT panel and slow charging limits its overall appeal in a competitive market.
Hardware quality by category
The overall score is the average of these six components, rated within the phone's tier.
Camera5.0
Performance5.0
Battery7.5
Display5.5
Build5.0
Value6.0
Strengths
Large 5000mAh battery
90Hz refresh rate
Dedicated microSD slot
3.5mm headphone jack
Affordable 5G connectivity
Weaknesses
Dated TFT LCD panel
Slow 15W charging
No NFC support
Plastic build quality
Modest Dimensity 700 chipset
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G full specifications
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