Nokia G42 Price in South Africa
Expected Retail Price
ZAR2700
ZAR3600
Price of Nokia G42 in South Africa as of Mar 2026.
Key Features:
Brand: NOKIA
6.56″ display
Snapdragon 480+ 5G chipset
5000 mAh battery
Detailed Specifications
The Nokia G42 is a remarkable smartphone that effortlessly combines style, performance, and affordability. With its sleek design and durable build, this device is built to withstand the demands of everyday use. The 6.56-inch IPS LCD display provides a stunning visual experience, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G chipset ensures smooth and lag-free performance. Capture every moment with the impressive triple camera setup, featuring a 50MP wide lens, macro lens, and depth sensor. And with a powerful 5000mAh battery, you can enjoy all-day usage without worrying about running out of power. Priced at around 250 EUR, the Nokia G42 offers incredible value for money.
- Network
Technology: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
- Launch
Announced: 2023, June 28
Status: Available. Released 2023, June 28
- Body
Dimensions: 165 x 75.8 x 8.6 mm (6.50 x 2.98 x 0.34 in)
Weight: 193.8 g (6.84 oz)
Build: Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
SIM: Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (2x Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
- : Dust and splash resistant
QuickFix user-reparable design
- Display
Type: IPS LCD, 90Hz, 450 nits (typ), 560 nits (peak)
Size: 6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2 (~82.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution: 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3
- Platform
OS: Android 13
Chipset: Qualcomm SM4350-AC Snapdragon 480+ 5G (8 nm)
CPU: Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460)
GPU: Adreno 619
- Memory
Card slot - microSDXC
Internal: 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
- Main Camera
Triple: 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), AF
2 MP, (macro)
2 MP, (depth)
Features: LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video: 1080p@30fps
- Selfie camera
Single: 8 MP
Video: Yes
- Sound
Loudspeaker : Yes
3.5mm jack : Yes
- Comms
WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Bluetooth: 5.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC: Yes (market/region dependent)
Radio: FM radio
USB: USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
- Features
Sensors: Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
- Battery
Type: Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging: 20W wired, PD3.0, QC3
- Misc
Colors: Gray, Purple, Red
Price: € 174.70 / $ 160.00 / £ 172.99 / ₹ 10,709
Frequently Asked Questions
The Nokia G42 was officially Released 2023, June 28.
The starting retail price for the Nokia G42 in South Africa is currently za ZAR2700. Historically, it has retailed for as high as za ZAR3600.
It features a vibrant 6.56" display outputting a resolution of 720x1612 pixels.
The primary shooter is a 50 megapixel setup, capable of recording video at 1080p quality.
The device is powered by a reliable 5000 mAh Li-Po battery to keep you connected all day.
