Samsung Galaxy M42 5G
$240Starting 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
48MP
Camera
5,000
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
15W
Charging
190g
Weight
Why This Phone
BudgetThe Galaxy M42 5G offers a solid battery life and 5G access at an affordable price point. However, the low-resolution display and slow charging speeds significantly hinder the user experience compared to modern budget alternatives.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera5.0
Performance6.0
Battery7.5
Display4.5
Build5.0
Value6.5
Strengths
Reliable 5G connectivity
Large 5000mAh battery
Includes 3.5mm headphone jack
Super AMOLED display panel
Expandable storage via microSD
Weaknesses
Low 720p display resolution
Slow 15W charging speed
No optical image stabilization
Dated hardware performance
Plastic build quality
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