Samsung Galaxy F42 5G

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G is an in-stock smartphone that comes with a 6.6-inch TFT LCD display, 64MP primary camera, and is powered by the Dimensity 700 processor. It features 5000mAh battery and 15W charging, It offers in reliable memory capabilities. Available for purchase online in India with possible presence in offline stores as well, it offers decent value in this segment.

Beebom Score

26

Beebom Score

25

Display

26

Processor

11

Design

100

Network

75

Memory

28

Selfie Camera

15

Connectivity

34

Battery

06

Features

34

Camera

95

OS

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4.1/5
(10K Ratings)
Market status:In Stock

Launched On: 29 Sep 2021

Was ₹13,999 2 month(s) ago

Processor
Processor
MediaTek Dimensity 700
  • Mali-G57 MC2
Display
Display
6.6" (90Hz)
  • FHD+ TFT LCD
  • SDR
Battery
Battery
5000mAh (Lithium Polymer)
  • 15Watt (wired)
  • Charger in the box
Rear Camera
Rear Camera
64MP (Wide-angle)
    5MP (Ultra-wide)
      2MP (Depth)

        1152p@30fps

        RAM/Storage
        RAM/Storage
        6GB (LPDDR4X)
        • 128GB (UFS 3.1)
        Front Camera
        Front Camera
        8MP (Wide)
        • 1080@30fps
        Design
        Design
        • Plastic (Back)
        • Plastic Frame (Side)
        OS
        OS
        Android (One UI)
        • 2 year(s) of OS Update
        caution yellow icon

        This phone's software support window has officially closed. It's still usable, but don't expect fresh updates or features

        Samsung Galaxy F42 5G Price in India

        Samsung Galaxy F42 5G price in India starts at ₹23,999, with the price varying as per storage and color options. The phone is available in multiple configurations, starting from 6GB RAM with 128GB storage, going up to 8GB RAM. Last updated on June 18, 2026

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        Colors
        Variant
        Flipkart icon
        ₹23,999

        ₹22,800 with Flipkart Axis Bank Credit Card

        PartnerOffer Applicable forOffer ValueFinal Value
        Flipkart Axis BankCredit Card₹1,199 cashback₹22,800
        Flipkart SBICredit Card₹1,199 cashback₹22,800
        Flipkart Bajaj Finserv Insta EMICredit Card(EMI)₹200 off₹23,799
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        Launch Date

        29 Sep 2021

        Launch Date

        09 Jan 2025

        Launch Date

        08 Jul 2025

        Launch Date

        22 Apr 2025

        Launch Date

        09 Dec 2024

        MediaTek Dimensity 700
        MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra
        MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex
        Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
        MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra
        6.6", TFT LCD, 90Hz
        6.67", AMOLED, 120Hz
        6.77", AMOLED, 120Hz
        6.77", AMOLED, 120Hz
        6.67", AMOLED, 120Hz
        64MP+5MP+2MP/8MP (Front)
        50MP+8MP/20MP (Front)
        50MP+8MP/16MP (Front)
        50MP+2MP/32MP (Front)
        50MP+8MP+2MP/20MP (Front)
        5000mAh, 15W
        6550mAh, 90W
        7100mAh, 80W
        7300mAh, 90W
        5500mAh, 45W
        6GB + 128GB
        8GB + 256GB
        8GB + 128GB
        8GB + 128GB
        8GB + 128GB
        One UI, Android 11, 2 year(s) of OS Update
        Xiaomi HyperOS, Android 15, 3 year(s) of OS Update
        OxygenOS, Android 15, 4 year(s) of OS Update
        Vivo Funtouch, Android 15, 2 year(s) of OS Update
        Xiaomi HyperOS, Android 14, 3 year(s) of OS Update

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        Samsung Galaxy F42 5G Timeline

        Jul 19, 2024

        Samsung Galaxy F42 receives the Android 13 update based on One UI 5.0, offering smoother performance, improved privacy, and customization.

        Aug 04, 2022

        Samsung Galaxy F42 receives the Android 12 update based on One UI 4.1, bringing performance improvements and enhanced features overall.

        Oct 03, 2021

        Samsung Galaxy F42 is now on sale in India via Flipkart and the official Samsung online store, offered in two colour options Matte Aqua and Matte Black.

        Samsung Galaxy F42 5G Full Specifications

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        General

        • Box ContentsPhone, 15W Charger, Type-C cable, SIM Ejector Tool
        • ColorsMatte Aqua, Matte Black
        • LaunchSeptember 29, 2021
        • AvailabilityOctober 03, 2021
        • StoresFlipkart, Amazon
        • Launch CountryIndia
        • Launch Price₹20,999

        Display

        • Type
          • Display TypeTFT LCD
          • Refresh Rate90 Hz
          • Playback QualitySDR
          • LTPO SupportNo
          • LTPS SupportNo
          • Anti Reflection CoatingNo
        • Size
          • Display Size6.6 inches
          • Area104.9 cm²
          • Screen to Body Ratio82.1
          • Display Form FactorFlat Display
        • Resolution
          • Display ResolutionFHD+
          • Resolution Width1080 pixels
          • Resolution Height2408 pixels
          • Aspect Ratio20:9
          • Pixel Density400 ppi
          • Display Bit Rate8-bit
          • Eye Protection-

        Body

        • Dimensions167.2 x 76.4 x 9 mm
        • Weight203 grams
        • FrontGlass
        • BackPlastic
        • SidePlastic Frame
        • PortsUSB Type-C 2.0, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, OTG
        • SpeakerLoudspeaker

        Processor

        • Chipset
          • Chipset ManufacturerMediaTek
          • ChipsetDimensity 700
          • Fabrication Size7 nm
          • Co-Processor-
        • CPU
          • Number of CoresOcta-core
          • Clock Speed2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55
          • Cooling System-
        • GPUMali-G57 MC2
        Benchmarking
        System Performance
        AnTuTu 0

          AnTuTu

          15,66,513
          14,92,537
          14,24,560
          12,45,739
          10,45,272
          Samsung Galaxy F42 5G3,88,228

          Geekbench 6 Single-Core

          1,661
          1,599
          1,585
          1,427
          1,427
          Samsung Galaxy F42 5G711

          Main Camera

          • Main Camera
            • Main Camera #1 Megapixel64 MP
            • Main Camera #1 Lens TypeWide-angle
            • Main Camera #1 Aperturef/1.8
            • Main Camera #1 Camera FeaturesPDAF
          • Main Camera #2
            • Main Camera #2 Megapixel5 MP
            • Main Camera #2 Lens TypeUltra-wide
            • Main Camera #2 Aperturef/2.2
            • Main Camera #2 Field of View115
            • Main Camera #2 Sensor Size1/5.0"
            • Pixel Size1.12 µm
          • Main Camera #3
            • Main Camera #3 Megapixel2 MP
            • Main Camera #3 Lens TypeDepth
            • Main Camera #3 Aperturef/2.4
          • Features
            • Auto Focus TypePDAF
            • Dynamic Video Recording SupportSDR recording
            • FeaturesHDR
              LED flash
          • Video
            • Video Recording1152p@30fps
            • Log Video Recording SupportNo

          Operating System

          • Operating SystemAndroid 11, One UI
          • Software Updates2 year(s) of Software updates and 4 year(s) of Security updates

          Selfie Camera

          • Front Camera
            • Front Camera #1 Megapixel8 MP
            • Front Camera #1 Lens TypeWide
            • Front Camera #1 Aperturef/2.0
          • Features
            • Auto Focus TypeFixed Focus
            • FeaturesFace unlock
          • Video
            • Video Recording1080@30fps
            • HDR Recording SupportSDR recording
            • Video Features1080p@30fps

          Battery

          • Capacity5000 mAh, Lithium Polymer (Non-removable)
          • Charging
            • Charging Speed Wired15 W
            • Wireless Charging SupportNo
            • Reverse Wireless Charging SupportNo
            • Reverse Wired Charging SupportNo
            • Bypass Charging SupportNo

          Memory

          • Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
          • Storage128GB, UFS 3.1
          • RAM6GB, LPDDR4X

          Network

          • SIMDual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
          • Technology5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE
          • 2G Bands1800, 1900, 850, 900 (4 bands)
          • 3G Bands850, 900, 1900, 2100 (4 bands)
          • 4G Bands1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 (11 bands)
          • 5G Bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 (11 bands)
          • Speed5G, HSPA, LTE

          Connectivity

          • WLANWi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Dual Band
          • Bluetooth5, A2DP, LE
          • PositioningBDS, GPS
          • RadioFM Radio, Recording

          Features

          • Fingerprint ScannerSide Mounted
          • Sensors
            • Sensors on BoardAccelerometer
              Compass
              Gyroscope
              Proximity Sensor

          Samsung Galaxy F42 5G Key Highlights

          ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 700
          Display6.6"
          Battery5000mAh
          Rear Camera64MP
          Front Camera8MP
          RAM/Storage6GB/128GB

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