New Release
Updated: Apr 2026
Samsung Galaxy M42 5G
$248
(Expected Price)
Reviewed by the MobGadgets Tech Team
We analyze specs, compare pricing, and aggregate real-world data to bring you unbiased mobile reviews. Learn how we test.
Should you buy the Samsung Galaxy M42 5G?
Reasons to Buy
- Massive 6000 mAh battery life
- Large 6.7" display for media
- Excellent value at $248
Reasons to Avoid
- May be bulky due to large battery
- Average camera performance in low light
Full Specifications
- Network Technology: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
- Launch Announced: 2021, April 28 Status: Available. Released 2021, May 01
- Body Dimensions: 164.4 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm (6.47 x 2.99 x 0.34 in) Weight: 190 g (6.70 oz) SIM: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
- Display Type: Super AMOLED Size: 6.6 inches, 105.2 cm2 (~84.3% screen-to-body ratio) Resolution: 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~266 ppi density)
- Platform OS: Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1 Chipset: Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm) CPU: Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570) GPU: Adreno 619
- Memory Card slot - microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) Internal: 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
- : UFS 2.1
- Main Camera
Quad: 48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF
8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide)
5 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
5 MP, f/2.4, (depth) Features: LED flash, panorama, HDR Video: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@480fps
- Selfie camera Single: 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide) Features: HDR Video: 1080p@30fps
- Sound Loudspeaker : Yes 3.5mm jack : Yes
- Comms WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth: 5.0, A2DP, LE Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS NFC: Yes Radio: FM radio USB: USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
- Features Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
- : Virtual proximity sensing
- Battery Type: Li-Po 5000 mAh Charging: 15W wired
- Misc Colors: Prism Dot Black, Prism Dot Gray Models: SM-M426B, SM-M426B/DS SAR: 0.69 W/kg (head) - - Price: About 220 EUR
Frequently Asked Questions
With its Dimensity 6300 chipset and 6GB of RAM, it handles everyday tasks and moderate gaming efficiently, though extremely graphic-intensive games may require lower settings.
Yes, to complement its massive 6000 mAh battery, it features standard fast charging capabilities to get you back up and running quickly.
Top Alternatives
Found a better price?
Join our community newsletter and never miss a price drop on the Samsung Galaxy M42 5G.