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 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.56" · 165 x 75.8 x 8.6 mm (6.50 x 2.98 x 0.34 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SM4350-AC Snapdragon 480+ 5G (8 nm)
RAM 4GB | 6GB | 8GB
Storage 128GB | 256GB
Main Camera 50 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
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✓︎ 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 gaming Heavy 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
Multi-Camera Setup
50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), AF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
📱 Design & Build
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)
Build
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
NFC
Yes (market/region dependent)
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Nokia G42 support 5G?› Yes, the Nokia G42 supports 5G connectivity.
Does the Nokia G42 have NFC?› Yes, the Nokia G42 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Nokia G42 support wireless charging?› No, the Nokia G42 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Nokia G42 support fast charging?› Yes, up to 20W (20W wired, PD3.0, QC3).
Does the Nokia G42 have expandable storage?› Yes, the Nokia G42 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Nokia G42 support dual SIM?› The Nokia G42 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Nokia G42 have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Nokia G42 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Nokia G42 have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Nokia G42 ship with?› The Nokia G42 ships with Android 13, upgradable to Android 14.
What type of USB port does the Nokia G42 use?› The Nokia G42 uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
Does the Nokia G42 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Nokia G42 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band.
Does the Nokia G42 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Nokia G42 has 5.1, A2DP, LE.
