Samsung Galaxy F42 5G vs Ai+ Nova 2 Ultra 5G
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Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.6", TFT LCD, 90Hz | 6.78", AMOLED, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 64MP+5MP+2MP/8MP (Front) | 50MP+8MP/13MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 15W | 6000mAh, 33W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Not Recommended | Overall Best Pick |
|---|
General
| Colors | Matte Aqua, Matte Black | Black, Blue, Green, Red, Purple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | September 29, 2021 | April 09, 2026 | ||
| Availability | October 03, 2021 | April 17, 2026 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹20,999 | ₹16,999 |
Display
Winner:Ai+ Nova 2 Ultra 5G
| Type | TFT LCD | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.78 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1272 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2408 pixels | 2772 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 400 ppi | 450 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | 1.5K | ||
| Peak Brightness | 2500 nits |
Body
Winner:Ai+ Nova 2 Ultra 5G
| Weight | 203 grams | 200 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | Glass | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C, USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | - | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material |
Processor
Winner:Ai+ Nova 2 Ultra 5G
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 700 | Dimensity 7400 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G615 MC2 |
Main Camera
Winner:Ai+ Nova 2 Ultra 5G
| Camera Resolution | 64 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 5 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Depth | |||
| Features | HDR, LED flash | Auto focus, Dual LED Flash, EIS, HDR | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | EIS |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | One UI | NxtQuantum OS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 1 year(s) | ||
| AI Features |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Ai+ Nova 2 Ultra 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | Face unlock | Face unlock, Fixed Focus | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Ai+ Nova 2 Ultra 5G
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 15 W | 33 W |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Ai+ Nova 2 Ultra 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.4 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | A-GPS, BDS, Galileo, Glonass, GPS | ||
| NFC | - | - | ||
| Radio | FM Radio, Recording | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
