Today, in India, Nokia has introduced its newest 5G smartphone, the Nokia G42 5 G, through its authorized partner HMD Global. This cutting-edge device boasts a 6.56-inch HD+ screen with a 90Hz refresh rate, runs on the Snapdragon 480+ SoC, comes equipped with three rear cameras, and houses a 5,000mAh battery with rapid 20W charging capabilities. Operating on Android 13 with guaranteed future updates, it also offers an IP52 rating for dust and water resistance.
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Specifications of Nokia G42 5G
The Nokia G42 5G specifications include a 6.56-inch IPS LCD panel with an HD Plus resolution of 1,612×720 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The display supports 16.7 million colors, has a pixel density of 269 pixels, and a maximum brightness of 500 nits. It is also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The Nokia G42 has a V-shaped notch on the front to house either an 8MP or 16MP camera, depending on the region.
On the back, the phone is equipped with three camera sensors, each with resolutions of 50MP (f/1.8), a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. All three cameras feature autofocus and an LED flash.
In terms of performance, the Nokia G42 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 480 Plus 5G chipset. While this chipset falls into the lower-tier category, Nokia claims that it can handle various tasks smoothly.
The phone comes in two RAM/storage combinations: 4GB of RAM with 128GB of storage or 6GB of RAM with 128GB of storage. Users can expand storage further with a microSD card slot. It runs on Android 13, with a promised two-year software update commitment and monthly security updates for three years.
The Nokia G42 5G is backed by a 5,000mAh battery and supports 18W fast charging, with the battery claimed to last up to three days. It supports 5G and 4G LTE connectivity, as well as Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax-ready, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, and GPS.
Price of Nokia G42 5G
The Nokia G42 5G is priced at 249 euros for the 6GB/128GB variant. It’s unclear whether the device will be available outside of the European market. The phone comes in two colors, So Grey and So Purple, as reported by KompasTekno from Giz China on June 29, 2023.
FAQ
• Is the Nokia G42 waterproof?
No, the Nokia G42 is only resistant to water splashes (IP52).
• Is the Nokia G42 suitable for gaming?
Yes, the Nokia G42 can run competitive games smoothly.
• Where is the fingerprint sensor located on the Nokia G42?
The fingerprint sensor on the Nokia G42 is positioned on the side of the device, integrated with the power button.
• Does the Nokia G42 support fast charging?
Yes, the Nokia G42 supports 20-watt fast charging.
• When was the Nokia G42 released?
The Nokia G42 was globally released in June 2023.
• What colors are available for the Nokia G42?
The Nokia G42 comes in two color options: Gray and Purple.
• Is the Nokia G42 5G-enabled?
Yes, the Nokia G42 supports 5G connectivity.
