The Samsung Galaxy F42 5G is Samsung's first 5G smartphone in its F series, launched in India with a 6.6-inch 90Hz display, a triple rear camera led by a 64MP sensor, and 12-band 5G support — all at a price that takes direct aim at rivals like the iQOO Z3 and Realme X7 5G.
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G Price and Availability in India
The Samsung Galaxy F42 5G is available in two storage configurations. The 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant is priced at Rs 20,999, while the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage variant costs Rs 22,999. Both models come in Matte Aqua and Matte Black colour options.
Sales open from October 3 through online and offline stores. As a launch offer during the Flipkart Big Billion Days sale, the 6GB variant drops to Rs 17,999 and the 8GB variant to Rs 19,999 — saving buyers up to Rs 3,000 off the standard retail price.
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Full Specifications of the Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.6-inch Full HD+, 90Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB (expandable via microSD) |
| Rear Camera | 64MP (primary) + 5MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro |
| Front Camera | 8MP |
| Battery | 5000mAh, 15W charging |
| Operating System | Android 11, One UI 3.1 |
| 5G Bands | 12 bands |
| Connectivity | 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS/A-GPS, USB Type-C, 3.5mm jack |
| Audio | Dolby Atmos |
| Colours | Matte Aqua, Matte Black |
Display and Performance
The Galaxy F42 5G sports a 6.6-inch Full HD+ panel running at a 90Hz refresh rate, which makes scrolling and everyday navigation noticeably smoother than a standard 60Hz screen. Under the hood sits the MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset — the same processor found in several competing mid-rangers — paired with up to 8GB of RAM. Storage starts at 128GB on both variants and can be expanded further using a memory card.
The phone ships with Android 11 wrapped in Samsung's One UI 3.1, bringing a clean, feature-rich software experience to the budget 5G segment.
Camera Capabilities
Photography is anchored by a 64MP primary lens, which is among the highest resolutions you'll find at this price point. It is joined by a 5MP ultra-wide lens for group shots and landscapes, and a 2MP macro sensor for close-up detail. On the front, an 8MP selfie camera handles video calls and portraits. The camera app includes Night Mode, Panorama, Pro mode, and Slow Motion, giving users meaningful creative control without needing a third-party app.
Battery and Connectivity
A 5000mAh battery is one of the headline features, providing all-day stamina even with 5G radios active. It supports 15W wired charging. For connectivity, the F42 5G covers 12 bands of 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS/A-GPS, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack — the latter increasingly rare at any price. Dolby Atmos support rounds out the audio package.
How It Compares to the Competition
Samsung positions the Galaxy F42 5G against the iQOO Z3, Motorola Edge 20 Fusion, and Realme X7 5G. All four phones share the budget 5G space in India, but the F42 5G distinguishes itself with Samsung's software longevity track record, Dolby Atmos audio, and the retained 3.5mm jack — features that matter to a large share of Indian buyers upgrading from 4G handsets for the first time.
