Samsung Galaxy M42 5G vs Redmi A7
Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G | Unisoc T7250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.6", AMOLED, 60Hz | 6.88", LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+8MP+5MP+5MP/20MP (Front) | 13MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 15W | 5200mAh, 15W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 3GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Multimedia and Main Camera | Performance, Display, Battery, Gaming, Design and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Prism Dot Black, Prism Dot Gray | Sky Blue, Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | April 28, 2021 | April 21, 2026 | ||
| Availability | May 01, 2021 | April 24, 2026 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹21,999 | ₹10,999 |
Display
Winner:Redmi A7
| Type | AMOLED | LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.88 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1600 pixels | 1640 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 266 ppi | 260 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 600 nits |
Body
Winner:Redmi A7
| Weight | 190 grams | 193 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | Glass | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | - | IP52 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Mono Speaker | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M42 5G
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | Unisoc | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 750G | T7250 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Mali-G57 MP1 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M42 5G
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 5 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | |||
| Features | HDR, LED flash | LED-Flash | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
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Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | One UI | Xiaomi HyperOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Assistant, AI Camera, Circle to Search with Google, Google Gemini |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Redmi A7
| Front Camera Resolution | 20 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Face unlock, HdR | Face unlock, Fixed Focus | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30 fps |
Battery
Winner:Redmi A7
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | |||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 15 W | 15 W |
Memory
Winner:Redmi A7
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 3 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M42 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.2 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | Galileo, Glonass, GPS (L1) | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Optical (under display) | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Virtual Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass |
