Nokia G42 5G 128GB
Price range: £13.95 through £29.95 excl VAT
The Nokia G42 5G, introduced in 2022, offers a reliable and affordable 5G smartphone experience. With its 6.5-inch IPS LCD display, users can enjoy vibrant visuals and ample screen real estate for various tasks. Powered by a capable Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset and paired with 5G connectivity, the G42 ensures smooth performance and fast internet speeds. Its camera system includes a 48MP main sensor, enabling users to capture clear and detailed photos. With a large battery capacity and support for fast charging, the Nokia G42 5G provides extended usage on a single charge. Combining affordability with essential features and 5G connectivity, it caters to users seeking a dependable smartphone experience without breaking the bank.
Product Specification
| Display | |
| Screen shape | Flat |
| Display brightness | 450 cd/m² |
| Display resolution | 720 x 1612 pixels |
| Display diagonal | 16.7 cm (6.56″) |
| Maximum refresh rate | 90 Hz |
| Display glass type | Gorilla Glass |
| Gorilla Glass version | Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Native aspect ratio | 20:9 |
| Maximum display brightness (Outdoor) | 560 cd/m² |
| Processor | |
| Processor family | Qualcomm Snapdragon |
| Processor model | 480 Plus |
| Storage | |
| RAM capacity | 6 GB |
| Internal storage capacity | 128 GB |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum memory card size | 1 TB |
| Camera | |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Rear camera type | Triple camera |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) | 50 MP |
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 8 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.8 |
| Flash type | LED |
| Night mode | Yes |
| Portrait mode | Yes |
| Macro photography | Yes |
| Network | |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
| 3G standards | WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE |
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| 5G standard | NR |
| GPS Performance | |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| Radio | |
| FM radio | Yes |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| Technical details | |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Electronic compass | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Form factor | Bar |
| Product colour | Purple |
| Design | |
| Product colour | Purple |
| Housing material | Plastic |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| International Protection (IP) code | IP52 |
| Form factor | Bar |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Ergonomics | |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Performance | |
| USB On-The-Go support | Yes |
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Operating system installed | Android 13 |
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Country of origin | China |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Navigation | |
| Position location | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| Electronic compass | Yes |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Multimedia | |
| FM radio | Yes |
| Software | |
| Platform | Android |
| Operating system installed | Android 13 |
| Battery | |
| Removable battery | No |
| Battery capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Memory | |
| RAM capacity | 6 GB |
| Certificates | |
| International Protection (IP) code | IP52 |
| Sensors | |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 75.8 mm |
| Depth | 8.55 mm |
| Height | 165 mm |
| Weight | 193.8 g |
| Package width | 90 mm |
| Package depth | 182 mm |
| Package height | 41 mm |
| Package weight | 387 g |
| Packaging content | |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Cables included | USB Type-C |
| SIM card ejector pin | Yes |
| AC adapter power | 20 W |













