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Nokia Nokia G42 5G

Nokia Nokia Nokia G42 5G is an Android phone with released in 2023, a 6.56-inch display, the Snapdragon 480+ chipset, 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, a 5000 mAh battery, a 50MP main rear camera.

Launch MSRP $199.99 Official launch reference price.
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Overview

BrandNokia
Product lineNokia G
Model numberTA-1581
Release year2023
Release date2023-09-06
Form factorBar
Current modelNo
Refurb availableYes

Display and performance

Display size6.56 in
Resolution1612x720
Display typeIPS LCD
Refresh rate90 Hz
Brightness500 nits
ChipsetSnapdragon 480+
Chip makerQualcomm
RAM6 GB
Storage128 GB
Expandable storageYes

Battery and charging

Battery5000 mAh
Wired charging20 W
Wireless charging0 W
Reverse wireless chargingNo

Cameras

Rear cameras3
Main rear camera50 MP
Main aperturef/1.8
Optical zoom0x
Max rear video1080p@30fps
Front camera8 MP

Software, security, and build

Operating systemAndroid
OS at launchAndroid 13
Max OS versionAndroid 16
Security updates until2027-09-01
Major update count3
FingerprintSide-mounted
IP ratingIP52
Weight183 g
Height163.2 mm
Width75.9 mm
Depth8.65 mm

Connectivity and compatibility

5G capableYes
NFCYes
SIM typeNano-SIM
Dual SIMNo
Factory unlockedYes
AT&TFull
T-MobileFull
VerizonFull
Categories5G Phones, Android Phones, Bar Phones, Budget Phones, Prepaid Compatible, Refurb Available, Unlocked Phones
Carrier compatibilityAT&T Compatible, T-Mobile Compatible, Unlocked, Verizon Compatible