Samsung Galaxy A42
2020Support ended
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Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- Excellent battery life
- Affordable 5G
- Super AMOLED display
- Memory card slot
- 3.5mm jack
- Comfortable to hold
What to consider
- Low screen resolution
- Slow charging
- Plastic build
- No optical stabilisation
- Ending software support
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 6.6 inches
- Resolution
- 720 x 1600 pixels (HD+)
- Display type
- Super AMOLED
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 600 nits (HBM)
- Screen protection
- Unspecified glass
Display
- Screen size
- 6.6 inches
- Resolution
- 720 x 1600 pixels (HD+)
- Display type
- Super AMOLED
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 600 nits (HBM)
- Screen protection
- Unspecified glass
Performance
- Processor
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G (8nm)
- CPU cores
- 8-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570)
- GPU
- Adreno 619
- RAM
- 4GB/6GB/8GB LPDDR4X
- AnTuTu score
- 325000 (v9)
Camera
- Main camera
- 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", PDAF
- Ultra-wide
- 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚
- Telephoto
- Not available
- Front camera
- 20 MP, f/2.2
- Video
- 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Battery
- Capacity
- 5000 mAh
- Charging speed
- 15W wired
- Wireless charging
- No
- Battery life
- Up to 22 hours of video playback
Connectivity
- 5G
- Yes (SA/NSA/Sub6)
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Bluetooth
- 5.0
- NFC
- Yes
- USB
- USB Type-C 2.0
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 164.4 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm
- Weight
- 193 grams
- Materials
- Plastic frame and back
- Water resistance
- None
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Very Good (A)
from 143,4 €
In very good condition. Minimal signs of use.
Good (B)
from 131,7 €
May have a few micro-scratches on the frame. Screen is clean. Battery 85-90%.
Above Average (C+)
from 110,3 €
Visible signs of use on the back and frame. Screen may have light scratches. Battery at least 80%.
Acceptable (C)
from 103,4 €
Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Samsung Galaxy A42.
AMOLED screen burn-in
ModerateProlonged display of static images at high brightness.
Casing scratches
MinorSoft plastic material.
GPS signal fluctuation
ModerateSoftware bug or antenna contact issue.
Slow charging speed
MinorHardware limitation to 15W.
Repairs and Parts6/10 iFixit / GreenFox Estimate
Battery Replacement
The battery is glued, but the back cover is plastic and easily removable.
Screen Replacement
Screen replacement requires removing almost all components.
Charging Port Repair
The charging port is on a separate daughterboard, which is easy to replace.
Spare parts are widely available due to the model's popularity.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
45 kg CO2e
Water Saved
11500 liters
E-Waste Avoided
193 grams
Reused
94%
Recycled
6%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Budget-conscious student
Needs an affordable phone for social media that doesn't require daily charging.
- Very affordable price on the second-hand market
- Long battery life for school days
- 5G support for fast streaming
Elderly user
Looking for a large-screen device that is easy to read and reliable.
- Large 6.6-inch display
- Samsung's simple user interface
- Presence of a headphone jack
Work phone seeker
Needs a secondary device for calls and emails where the battery lasts a long time.
- Exceptional standby time
- Lightweight
- Sufficient performance for basic applications
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
LatviaYour country
Estonia
Finland
Lithuania
The device supports most European 5G bands (n1, n3, n28, n41, n78).
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The A53 offers a significantly better 120Hz display and longer software support, but the A42 still has better battery life due to its lower resolution.
| Feature | Galaxy A42 | Galaxy A53 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 60Hz HD+ AMOLED | 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED |
| Battery charging | 15W | 25W |
| Headphone jack | Yes | No |
Xiaomi offers a better display and camera, but Samsung has 5G support, which this Xiaomi model lacks.
| Feature | Galaxy A42 | Redmi Note 10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Network connectivity | 5G | 4G |
| Camera | 48MP | 108MP |
| Display refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
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