Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
$262Starting price · USBudget2021
5.5
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.6"
Display
64MP
Camera
5,000
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
15W
Charging
203g
Weight
Why This Phone
BudgetThe Galaxy F42 5G is a basic entry-level device focused on essential connectivity. While it offers 5G and a high-refresh display, the use of a budget TFT panel and slow charging limits its overall appeal in a competitive market.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera5.0
Performance5.0
Battery7.5
Display5.5
Build5.0
Value6.0
Strengths
Large 5000mAh battery
90Hz refresh rate
Dedicated microSD slot
3.5mm headphone jack
Affordable 5G connectivity
Weaknesses
Dated TFT LCD panel
Slow 15W charging
No NFC support
Plastic build quality
Modest Dimensity 700 chipset
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