Nokia G42 5G – Full Specs & Price
Nokia G42 5G is an discontinued smartphone that comes with a 6.56-inch IPS LCD display, 50MP primary camera, and is powered by the Snapdragon 480 Plus processor. It features 5000mAh battery and 20W charging, It offers in outstanding memory and stellar body capabilities.
Launched On:15 May 202415 May 2024
Discontinued

Nokia G42 5G—Key specifications
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (8 nm), 390749 Antutu Score
Display6.56" IPS LCD 90Hz
Battery5000mAh (Li-ion) · 20Watt (wired)
Rear Camera50MP · 2MP (Secondary)
Front Camera8MP
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4X / 128GB, UFS 2.1
DesignPlastic
OSNokia Android 13, Nokia Android
Nokia G42 5G — expected price in India
Nokia G42 5G has an Est. ₹9,999 based on leaks and expected launch data. Official India pricing is not confirmed yet.
Nokia G42 5G—Key specifications
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (8 nm), 390749 Antutu Score
Display6.56" IPS LCD 90Hz
Battery5000mAh (Li-ion) · 20Watt (wired)
Rear Camera50MP · 2MP (Secondary)
Front Camera8MP
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4X / 128GB, UFS 2.1
DesignPlastic
OSNokia Android 13, Nokia Android
Nokia G42 5G — Full specifications
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General
BrandNokia
Model NameNokia G42 5G
Launch CountryIndia
Launch15 May 2024
Availability15 May 2024
Launch PriceEst. ₹9,999
ColorsSo Purple, So Pink, So Grey
Box ContentsPhone, Type C Cable, SIM Ejector Tool
Performance
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (8 nm), 390749 Antutu Score
CPU CoresOcta-core
OverclockNo
Graphics Processor (GPU)Adreno 619
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4X / 128GB, UFS 2.1
Display
Screen Size6.56 inches (16.66 cms)
Display TypeIPS LCD, 90 Hz Refresh Rate, SDR
Form FactorFlat
Resolution ClassHD+
ResolutionHD+, 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 (269 ppi), 8-bit colours, 560 nits(Peak Brightness), 450 nits(Typical Brightness)
Peak Brightness560 nits
Display Refresh Rate90 Hz
Aspect Ratio20:9
Pixel Density269 pixels per inch (ppi)
Display Area103.4 cm²
Design
Height6.50 inches (165 mm)
Width2.98 inches (75.8 mm)
Thickness0.34 inches (8.6 mm)
Weight193.8 grams
Frame MaterialPlastic Frame
Back MaterialPlastic
Front MaterialGlass
Build QualityCorning Gorilla Glass 3
PortsUSB Type-C 2.0, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, OTG
ColorsSo Purple, So Pink, So Grey
Camera
Rear camera setupQuad
Rear camera (Primary)50 MP resolution, Primary lens
Rear camera (Secondary)2 MP resolution, Secondary lens
Rear camera (Tertiary)2 MP resolution, Secondary lens
Rear camera 48 MP resolution, Secondary lens
Front camera setupSingle
Front camera (Primary)8 MP resolution, Selfie lens, Sensor: 8 MP, f/2.0, 1.12 µm
Video Resolution (Rear)1080p@30fps
Video Resolution (Front)1080@30fps
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery TypeLi-ion
Wired Charging20 W
Fast Wired ChargingYes
Wireless ChargingNo
Reverse Wireless ChargingNo
Bypass ChargingNo
Connectivity
SIM (specs)Dual SIM
Mobile Technology4G
Network Speed5G
Cellular / NetworkDual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Hotspot, Dual Band
Bluetoothtrue
Bluetooth Version5.1
Positioning / GNSSA-GPS, BDS, GPS
USB (specs line)USB Type-C 2.0, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, OTG
NFCYes
GPSNo
USB OTGNo
Software
Operating SystemNokia Android 13, Nokia Android
Storage & Memory
RAM4GB, LPDDR4X
Internal Storage128GB, UFS 2.1
Expandable StorageYes
Audio
3.5mm Audio JackYes
Speaker SetupOZO Spatial audio
Nokia G42 5G—Key Highlights
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (8 nm), 390749 Antutu Score
Market status
Discontinued
Display
6.56"
Battery
5000mAh
Rear Camera
50MP
Front Camera
8MP
Design
Plastic
RAM/Storage
4GB, LPDDR4X/128GB, UFS 2.1
Connectivity
Dual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Nokia G42 5G In the Box Items
Phone, Type C Cable, SIM Ejector Tool
Highlights
- Impressive Colour Bit Rate
- Highest Peak Brightness in the segment
Editor's Verdict
Rating: 67/5
Specifications
Platform
OS: Nokia Android 13, Nokia Android
GPU: Adreno 619
Display
Size: 6.56"
Type: IPS LCD, 90 Hz Refresh Rate, SDR
Resolution: HD+, 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 (269 ppi), 8-bit colours, 560 nits(Peak Brightness), 450 nits(Typical Brightness)
Refresh Rate: 90Hz
PPI: 269
Peak Brightness: 560 nits
Cameras
Rear Cameras
Camera 1: 50MP Primary
Camera 2: 2MP Secondary
Camera 3: 2MP Secondary
Camera 4: 8MP Secondary
Front Camera
8MP Selfie
Battery
Type: Li-ion
Capacity: 5000mAh
Charging: 20W
Fast Charging: Yes
Storage & Memory
Internal Storage: 128GB, UFS 2.1
RAM: 4GB, LPDDR4X
Expandable: Yes
Build & Design
Weight: 193.8g
Back Material: Plastic
Width: 75.8mm
Height: 165mm
Thickness: 8.6mm
Audio
3.5mm Jack: Yes
Launch
Launch: 15 May 2024
Availability: 15 May 2024
Colors
So Purple, So Pink, So Grey
Video Recording
Rear: 1080p@30fps
Front: 1080@30fps
Pros & Cons
Pros
What we liked about this device
- Powered by reliable Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus (8 nm), 390749 Antutu Score processor
- Immersive 6.56-inch display for gaming and media
- High capacity 5000mAh battery with 20W fast charging
- High resolution 50MP primary camera for detailed photography
- Next-generation 5G connectivity for ultra-fast data speeds
Cons
Trade-offs you should consider
- Modest front camera resolution
- Standard charging speed








