Samsung Galaxy M42 5G

Samsung Galaxy M42 5G is an out of stock smartphone that comes with a 6.6-inch AMOLED display, 48MP primary camera, and is powered by the Snapdragon 750G processor. It features 5000mAh battery and 15W charging, It offers in top tier processor and capable memory capabilities.

Beebom Score

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46

Beebom Score

35

Display

45

Processor

10

Design

100

Network

73

Memory

40

Selfie Camera

43

Connectivity

65

Battery

68

Camera

78

OS

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4.2/5
(2K Ratings)
Market status:Out of Stock

Launched On: 28 Apr 2021

₹14,999
Processor
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G
  • Adreno 619
Display
Display
6.6" (60Hz)
  • HD+ AMOLED
  • SDR
Battery
Battery
5000mAh (Lithium Polymer)
  • 15Watt (wired)
Rear Camera
Rear Camera
48MP (Wide-angle)
    8MP (Ultra-wide)
      5MP (Macro)
        5MP (Depth)

          No Stabilization

          4K@30fps

          RAM/Storage
          RAM/Storage
          6GB (LPDDR4X)
          • 128GB (UFS 2.1)
          Front Camera
          Front Camera
          20MP (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 M42 5G Price in India

          The Samsung Galaxy M42 5G was last priced at ₹14,999 and will soon be available at various online stores across India

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          Colors
          Variant
          Flipkart icon
          ₹24,990
          Amazon icon
          ₹14,999

          Disclaimer: The price & specs shown may be different from actual. Please confirm on the retailer site before purchasing.

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          Launch Date

          28 Apr 2021

          Launch Date

          28 Jul 2025

          Launch Date

          11 Apr 2025

          Launch Date

          13 Aug 2025

          Launch Date

          17 Dec 2024

          Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G
          MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra
          MediaTek Dimensity 7300
          Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
          MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra
          6.6", AMOLED, 60Hz
          6.67", AMOLED, 120Hz
          6.72", IPS LCD, 120Hz
          6.9", IPS LCD, 144Hz
          6.67", AMOLED, 120Hz
          48MP+8MP+5MP+5MP/20MP (Front)
          50MP+8MP+2MP/20MP (Front)
          50MP+2MP/8MP (Front)
          50MP+2MP/8MP (Front)
          50MP+2MP/20MP (Front)
          5000mAh, 15W
          5110mAh, 45W
          6500mAh, 44W
          7000mAh, 33W
          5110mAh, 45W
          6GB + 128GB
          6GB + 128GB
          6GB + 128GB
          6GB + 128GB
          6GB + 128GB
          One UI, Android 11, 2 year(s) of OS Update
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          Xiaomi HyperOS, Android 14, 2 year(s) of OS Update

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          Samsung Galaxy M42 5G Timeline

          Clock IconDec 02, 2022

          Samsung Galaxy M42 Android 13 update based on One UI 5.0 is available for the device bringing smoother performance improved privacy refined interface enhanced security stability optimization overall experience.

          Clock IconApr 01, 2022

          Samsung Galaxy M42 Samsung rolls out the Android 12 update based on One UI 4.1 delivering smoother performance improved privacy enhanced stability refined interface optimized battery customization and security improvements.

          Clock IconMay 01, 2021

          Samsung Galaxy M42 is now on sale in India through Amazon, Flipkart, and the official Samsung store, available in two colour options Prism Dot Black and Prism Dot Gray.

          Clock IconApr 28, 2021

          Samsung Galaxy M42 has been officially launched in India at a starting price of ₹21,999, and the device comes equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G processor, a 6.6-inch 60Hz display, and a long-lasting 5000mAh battery for reliable performance.

          Samsung Galaxy M42 5G Full Specifications

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          Display

          • Type
            • Display TypeAMOLED
            • Display EngineSuper
            • Refresh Rate60 Hz
            • Playback QualitySDR
            • LTPO SupportNo
            • LTPS SupportNo
            • Anti Reflection CoatingNo
          • Size
            • Display Size6.6 inches
            • Area105.2 cm²
            • Screen to Body Ratio84.3
            • Display Form FactorFlat Display
          • Resolution
            • Display ResolutionHD+
            • Resolution Width720 pixels
            • Resolution Height1600 pixels
            • Aspect Ratio20:9
            • Pixel Density266 ppi
            • Display Bit Rate8-bit
            • Eye Comfort Technology-

          Body

          • Dimensions164.4 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm
          • Weight190 grams
          • FrontGlass
          • BackPlastic
          • SidePlastic Frame
          • PortsUSB Type-C 2.0, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, OTG
          • SpeakerLoudspeaker, No Tuning

          Processor

          • Chipset
            • Chipset ManufacturerQualcomm
            • ChipsetSnapdragon 750G
            • Fabrication Size8 nm
            • Co-Processor-
          • CPU
            • Number of CoresOcta-core
            • Clock Speed2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570
            • Cooling System-
            • Overclocked ProcessorNo
          • GPUAdreno 619
          Benchmarking
          System Performance
          AnTuTu 0

            AnTuTu

            7,54,997
            7,28,840
            7,28,840
            6,79,810
            6,36,219
            Samsung Galaxy M42 5G4,06,989

            Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

            3,359
            3,100
            3,100
            3,025
            2,864
            Samsung Galaxy M42 5G2,095

            Geekbench 6 Single-Core

            1,097
            1,080
            1,080
            1,058
            1,031
            Samsung Galaxy M42 5G875

            Main Camera

            • Main Camera
              • Megapixel48 MP
              • Lens TypeWide-angle
              • Aperturef/1.8
              • Sensor Size1/2.0"
              • Pixel Size0.8 µm
              • Camera FeaturesPDAF
            • Main Camera #2
              • Megapixel8 MP
              • Lens TypeUltra-wide
              • Aperturef/2.2
              • Field of View123
            • Main Camera #3
              • Megapixel5 MP
              • Lens TypeMacro
              • Aperturef/2.4
            • Main Camera #4
              • Megapixel5 MP
              • Lens TypeDepth
              • Aperturef/2.4
            • Features
              • Camera StabilizationNo Stabilization
              • Auto Focus TypePDAF
              • Dynamic Video Recording SupportSDR recording
              • Dedicated Imaging ChipNo Chip
              • Lens EnhancementsNo enhancement
              • Slow Motion Recording480 fps slomo
              • FeaturesHDR
                LED flash
                Panorama
            • Video
              • Video Recording1080p@30fps
                4K@30fps
                720p@480fps
              • Log Video Recording SupportNo

            Operating System

            • Operating SystemAndroid 11, One UI
            • Software Updates2 year(s) of Software updates and 3 year(s) of Security updates

            Selfie Camera

            • Front Camera
              • Megapixel20 MP
              • Lens TypeWide
              • Aperturef/2.2
            • Features
              • Auto Focus TypeFixed Focus
              • FeaturesFace unlock
                HdR
            • Video
              • Video Recording1080@30fps
              • Dynamic Video Recording SupportSDR recording
              • 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 2.1
            • RAM6GB, LPDDR4X

            Network

            • SIMDual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
            • Technology5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE
            • 2G Bands1800, 1900, 850, 900 (4 bands)
            • 3G Bands850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 (5 bands)
            • 4G Bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 (14 bands)
            • 5G Bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 (9 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, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS
            • NFCSupported
            • RadioFM Radio

            Features

            • Fingerprint ScannerOptical (under display)
            • Sensors
              • Sensors on BoardAccelerometer
                Compass
                Gyroscope
                Virtual Proximity Sensor

            Samsung Galaxy M42 5G Key Highlights

            ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 750G
            Display6.6"
            Battery5000mAh
            Rear Camera48MP
            Front Camera20MP
            RAM/Storage6GB/128GB

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