Overall Score
62.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#1867)62.6
Performance(#3436)62.5
Camera(#2214)45.0
Display(#1659)79.5
Battery(#2338)58.5
Build(#600)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G42
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G42 features a sleek design with dimensions of 160.4 x 73.5 x 8 mm and a weight of 175g, utilizing a glass front and plastic frame and back.
- Its 6.4-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, providing vibrant visuals at a density of approximately 411 ppi, though it operates at a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Performance is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 610 GPU, supported by options of 64GB or 128GB storage paired with 4GB RAM.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of recording 1080p video, while a 16 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, with 18W wired charging but no wireless charging support.
- Running on Android 12, the device is planned for an upgrade to Android 13, enhancing its software capabilities.
- Additional features include stereo speakers, a headphone jack, and NFC support, while 5G connectivity is not available.
- The phone is offered in Atlantic Green and Metallic Rose colors, adding to its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, the Moto G42 balances solid performance, a quality display, and versatile camera options within a well-constructed design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, June 09
Announced2022, June 09
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.4"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~411 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8 (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions160.4 x 73.5 x 8 mm (6.31 x 2.89 x 0.31 in)
Weight175 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsAtlantic Green, Metallic Rose
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 12, planned upgrade to Android 13
OS VersionAndroid 12, planned upgrade to Android 13
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes