Description
Go faster with Galaxy A42 5G
On the next-generation mobile data network, the power of 5G fast speeds change the way you experience and share content—from super smooth gaming and streaming, to ultra fast sharing and downloading. Upgrade to the Galaxy A42 5G and speed up your smartphone experience.
Maximize your view to the fullest
Expand your view to the 6.6-inch Infinity-U Display of Galaxy A42 5G and enjoy an uninterrupted view of everything you love. Thanks to Super AMOLED technology, your everyday content always looks its best—sharp, crisp and clear.
A glossy back that’s comfortable to hold
Galaxy A42 5G’s sleek design gives it an eye-catching, prismatic look. Refined curves make it comfortable to hold and provides easy screen navigation. A holographic pattern and premium gloss finish create a dynamic look from any angle and comes in artfully layered Prism Dot Black, White and Gray.
Advanced Quad Camera, advanced photography powers
Start with the 48MP Main Camera to capture life’s moments with more clarity. Expand the viewing angle with Ultra Wide Camera. Customize focus with Depth Camera, or get closer to the details with Macro Camera.
Ultra Wide Camera, ultra wide moments
Similar to human eyesight, the 8MP Ultra Wide Camera sees the world with a 123-degree angle of view, adding more perspective to everything you shoot.
Macro Camera pays attention to the tiny details
Get in close with the 5MP Macro Camera and bring out the ultra-fine details in your picture. It applies natural Bokeh effect to your pictures, allowing your subject to stand out from the background.
Bring the focus to the front with Depth Camera
The 5MP Depth Camera lets you adjust the depth of field in your photos. With a simple touch, you can easily fine-tune the background blur behind your subject for high-quality portrait shots that truly stand out.
Front Camera, attention-grabbing selfies
With the Galaxy A42 5G 20MP Front Camera and Live Focus, it’s easy to snap stunning selfies that feature more you and less background.
Power that keeps you going
Stay ahead of the day with a battery that won’t slow you down. A 5,000mAh (typical) battery lets you continue what you’re without worrying about the battery bar. And with up to 15W of Adaptive Fast Charging, Galaxy A42 5G gets back to full power quickly.
Game Booster gives you the edge
Maximize performance with Game Booster. Cut distractions and up your game with a dedicated interface and easy-to-reach menu. Frame Booster gives graphics smooth, life-like motion. And play at your best as Game Booster learns your usage patterns to optimize battery, temperature and memory.
Defence-grade security. Protect what matters to you.
Built into the phone’s hardware and software from the start, Samsung Knox protects your phone from the minute it’s turned on.Offering multi-layered security, it defends your most sensitive information from malware and malicious threats.
Made to focus with One UI Core
One UI Core helps you focus on what matters to you. Hardware and software work together, with content and features at your fingertips so you can get to them faster. Use Night Mode for a comfortable experience in the dark, and with clear and intuitive visuals using your phone is like second nature.
Always at your service, wherever, whenever
Enjoy peace of mind when you choose to buy a Galaxy smartphone. The Interactive diagnostics and optimization on Samsung Members app makes it easy to tune up the performance of your devices, while our helpline lets you troubleshoot problems when you need the extra assistance.
Check out the new Galaxy A series to find the one for you
Introducing a series of phones that enables today’s generation to do what others can’t. Meet the new Galaxy A. Awesome is for Everyone.
| Feature |
Feature Value |
| Display diagonal |
16.8 cm (6.6″) |
| Display resolution |
720 x 1600 pixels |
| Screen shape |
Flat |
| Display technology marketing name |
Super AMOLED |
| Panel type |
OLED |
| Gorilla Glass version |
Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Display number of colours |
16 million colours |
| Maximum refresh rate |
60 Hz |
| Display brightness |
420 cd/m² |
| Touchscreen type |
Capacitive |
| Pixel density |
265 ppi |
| Processor frequency |
2.2 GHz |
| Processor cores |
8 |
| Coprocessor |
Yes |
| Coprocessor frequency |
1.6 GHz |
| RAM capacity |
4 GB |
| Internal storage capacity |
128 GB |
| Compatible memory cards |
MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| User memory |
103 GB |
| Maximum memory card size |
1 TB |
| USB mass storage |
Yes |
| Rear camera type |
Quad camera |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) |
48 MP |
| Front camera type |
Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) |
20 MP |
| Rear camera flash |
Yes |
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) |
8 MP |
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) |
5 MP |
| Fourth rear camera resolution (numeric) |
5 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number |
1.8 |
| Second rear camera aperture number |
2.2 |
| Third rear camera aperture number |
2.4 |
| Fourth rear camera aperture number |
2.4 |
| Optical zoom |
3x |
| Digital zoom |
10x |
| Front camera aperture number |
2.2 |
| Flash type |
LED |
| Video capture resolution (max) |
3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Maximum frame rate |
480 fps |
| Resolution at capture speed |
1280×720@240fps, 3840×2160@30fps |
| Video recording modes |
720p, 1080p, 2160p |
| Auto focus |
Yes |
| Image stabilizer |
Yes |
| Geotagging |
Yes |
| SIM card capability |
Dual SIM |
| Mobile network generation |
5G |
| SIM card type |
NanoSIM |
| 3G standards |
UMTS |
| 4G standard |
LTE-TDD & LTE-FDD |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards |
802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth version |
5.0 |
| 3G bands supported |
850,900,1900,2100 MHz |
| 4G bands supported |
700,800,850,900,1800,1900,2100,2300,2500,2600 MHz |
| 5G bands supported |
700,850,1800,2100 MHz |
| Tethering (modem-mode) |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct |
Yes |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) |
Yes |
| Subscription type |
No subscription |
| USB port |
Yes |
| USB connector type |
USB Type-C |
| USB version |
2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity |
3.5 mm |
| Short Message Service (SMS) |
Yes |
| Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) |
Yes |
| E-mail |
Yes |
| Form factor |
Bar |
| Product colour |
Grey |
| Colour name |
Prism Dot Grey |
| Fast charging |
Yes |
| Fingerprint reader |
Yes |
| Face recognition |
Yes |
| Speakerphone |
Yes |
| Vibrating alert |
Yes |
| Position location |
Yes |
| GPS (satellite) |
Yes |
| GLONASS |
Yes |
| BeiDou |
Yes |
| Galileo |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi positioning |
Yes |
| Speakers |
Mono |
| Audio formats supported |
3GA, AAC, AMR, APE, AWB, DFF, DSF, FLAC, IMY, M4A, Mid, MIDI, MP3, MXMF, OGA, OGG, OTA, RTTTL, RTX, WAV, WMA, XMF |
| Video formats supported |
3G2, 3GP, ASF, AVI, FLV, M4V, MKV, MP4, WEBM, WMV |
| Platform |
Android |
| Operating system installed |
Android 10 |
| App distribution platform |
Google Play |
| Google applications |
Google Maps, Google Play |
| Virtual assistant |
Samsung Bixby |
| Battery capacity |
5000 mAh |
| Battery voltage |
3.86 V |
| Removable battery |
No |
| Talk time (4G) |
36 h |
| Browsing time (Wi-Fi) |
22 h |
| Browsing time (4G) |
21 h |
| Continuous audio playback time |
130 h |
| Continuous video playback time |
34 h |
| Proximity sensor |
Yes |
| Accelerometer |
Yes |
| Ambient light sensor |
Yes |
| Gyroscope |
Yes |
| Magnetic sensor |
Yes |
| Geomagnetic sensor |
Yes |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) |
15 W |
| Weight |
193 g |
| Width |
75.9 mm |
| Depth |
8.6 mm |
| Height |
164.4 mm |
| Package width |
82.9 mm |
| Package depth |
54 mm |
| Package height |
173.1 mm |
| Package weight |
355.3 g |
| Head SAR (EU) |
1.154 W/kg |
| Body SAR (EU) |
1.334 W/kg |
| AC adapter included |
Yes |
| Quick start guide |
Yes |
| Cables included |
USB Type-C |
| SIM card ejector pin |
Yes |
| Master (outer) case gross weight |
3.81 kg |
| Master (outer) case length |
189 mm |
| Master (outer) case width |
176 mm |
| Master (outer) case height |
268 mm |
| Products per pallet |
700 pc(s) |
| Pallet gross length |
120 cm |
| Pallet gross width |
80 cm |
| Pallet gross height |
109.8 cm |
| Products per master (outer) case |
10 pc(s) |
| Touchscreen |
Yes |
| Repairability index |
8.1 |
