Nokia G42
The Nokia G42 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SM4350-AC Snapdragon 480+ 5G (8 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2023).
2023 · Lower-mid-range · Android 13ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓6.56" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Entry-level Qualcomm SM4350-AC Snapdragon 480+ 5G (8 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gamingHeavy multitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM4350-AC Snapdragon 480+ 5G (8 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460)
OS
Android 13, upgradable to Android 14
RAM
4GB | 6GB | 8GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
269 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 450 nits (typ), 560 nits (peak)
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
50 MP
Good detail in daylight conditions
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Weight
193.8g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
165 x 75.8 x 8.6 mm (6.50 x 2.98 x 0.34 in)
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
