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Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
Samsung Galaxy A42 5G unleashes the power of 5G for everyone, featuring a super AMOLED 6.6-inch Infinity-U display and clever AI. Device information
Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
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On a 36-month Phone Plan with a 24-month 2GB Airtime Plan
(ex VAT)
Or from £13.33pm (ex VAT)
Guaranteed when you trade in an eligible phoneOn a 36-month Phone Plan with a 24-month 2GB Airtime Plan
(ex VAT)
Or from £13.33pm (ex VAT)
Guaranteed when you trade in an eligible phonePhone Plan benefits at no extra cost:
Battery Refresh
Battery health checks and replacements included for up to three years
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Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
Samsung Galaxy A42 5G unleashes the power of 5G for everyone, featuring a super AMOLED 6.6-inch Infinity-U display and clever AI. Device information
Choose colour:
Choose storage:
On a 36-month Phone Plan with a 24-month 2GB Airtime Plan
(ex VAT)
Or from £13.33pm (ex VAT)
Guaranteed when you trade in an eligible phoneBuild your Phone Plan
Choose your upfront cost
Flexibility to choose an upfront cost that suits your budget.
Min £7.50
£7.50£17.50£27.50£37.50£47.50£57.50£67.50£77.50£87.50£97.50£107.50£117.50£127.50£137.50£147.50£157.50£167.50£177.50£187.50£197.50£207.50£215.83Max £215.83
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Flexibility to spread the cost from 12-36 months with interest-free credit. Subject to credit check.
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Monthly Phone Plan cost:
£8.33
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Awesome is for everyone
Life just got a little more awesome with the sleek and stylish Galaxy A42 5G. Enjoy an amazing camera for capturing your favourite moments, a 6.6" Infinity-U Display for binge-watching your favourite entertainment, and a Long Lasting Battery that will keep you going.
Awesome 5G for everyone
Phenomenal download speeds, buffer-free streaming1 and smoother video calls. Galaxy A42 5G unlocks the awesome power of 5G1 network connectivity for everyone. Download a Full HD movie at speeds that’ll simply blow your mind. Say goodbye to lag when video calling mates. And social butterflies can create instant #FOMO and share pics and videos in the blink of an eye. With Galaxy A42 5G, you can do all the things you love, faster than ever before.
Charge less. Do more.
Make the most of it without worrying about running out of juice. A powerful, Long Lasting 5,000mAh (typical)2 battery and 15W Fast Charging means you can play, surf, share, stream and download to your heart’s content. Galaxy A42 5G also comes with 128GB storage, expandable up to 1TB with a MicroSD card3 – that’s enough space to store tons of pics and HD vids.
Up to 15W of Fast Charging
5,000 mAh
Give it your best shot
Insta-friendly selfies. Ultra wide panoramas. Detail-rich macros. Stunning portraits. Galaxy A42 5G has four rear cameras to unleash the photographer in you. The 48MP Main Camera shoots in stunning 4K. The 20MP Selfie Camera with Smart Beauty helps you look your best from any angle. The Ultra Wide camera helps you make sure no one’s left out. And if that weren’t enough, a 5MP depth camera allows you to create natural-looking Bokeh effect.
Awesome display
Galaxy A42 5G has a stunning, 6.6" Infinity-U Display. Thanks to Super AMOLED technology, your everyday content looks its best - sharp, crisp and clear. With less bezel and more screen, Galaxy A42 5G is made for entertainment. Whether you’re bingeing on your favourite show or scrolling through social feeds, you simply won’t be able to take your eyes off it.
Stand out design. Outstanding tech.
Sleek and eye-catching, Galaxy A42 5G is guaranteed to thrill. The layered pattern on the back gives it a premium, modern finish. And the ergonomic design and rounded corners ensure a comfortable grip - really handy because you’ll want to hold Galaxy A42 5G for hours on end.
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8MP Ultra Wide
5MP Depth
5MP Macro
20MP Front Camera
12MP Ultra Wide
5MP Depth
5MP Macro
32MP Front Camera
12MP Ultra Wide
5MP Depth
5MP Macro
32MP Front Camera
Infinity-U Display
Infinity-O Display
Infinity-O Display
Prism Dot Grey
Prism Dot White
Colours
Prism Cube White
Colours
Prism Crush Blue
Prism Crush Silver
Prism Crush White
Colours
1Requires 5G network connection.
2Typical value based on testing under third party lab conditions. Rated capacity for Galaxy A42 5G is
4,860mAh, 4,370mAh for Galaxy A51 5G and 3,890mAh for Galaxy A51.
3MicroSD card available separately.
