Samsung Galaxy F42 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A31
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | MediaTek Helio P65 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.6", TFT LCD, 90Hz | 6.4", AMOLED, 60Hz | ||
| Camera | 64MP+5MP+2MP/8MP (Front) | 48MP+8MP+5MP+5MP/20MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 15W | 5000mAh, 15W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Battery, Gaming, Design and Build Quality | Display, Multimedia, Battery, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera |
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General
| Colors | Matte Aqua, Matte Black | Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush Blue, Prism Crush Red, Prism Crush White | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | September 29, 2021 | June 04, 2020 | ||
| Availability | October 03, 2021 | June 04, 2020 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹20,999 | ₹21,999 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A31
| Type | TFT LCD | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.4 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2408 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 400 ppi | 411 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ |
Body
Winner:Tie
| Weight | 203 grams | 185 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | OTG, USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | - | - | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Mono Speaker | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 700 | Helio P65 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A31
| Camera Resolution | 64 MP | 48 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 | 5 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Depth | Macro | ||
| Features | HDR, LED flash | HDR | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | One UI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 20 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Face unlock | Fixed Focus | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 15 W | 15 W |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR3X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSDPA, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | - | Supported | ||
| Radio | FM Radio, Recording | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Optical (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor |
