Samsung Galaxy A13 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
If you'd rather pay up front, the A13 5G is the cheaper buy at £80 SIM-free.
Samsung Galaxy A13 5G
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Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
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| Screen | 6.5" | 6.6" |
| Display | PLS LCD | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 270 | 399 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 5 Megapixels | 20 Megapixels |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700 | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android 10 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Standard SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 164.5 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm | 164.4 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 195 grams | 190 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | Not rated |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £79.99 | £114.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G has the sharper display at 399 pixels per inch versus 270, and the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G uses a PLS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £79.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G use?
The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G is powered by the MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700, while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G uses the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A42 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 5g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 164.4 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of Not rated.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G run?
The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G runs Android 10. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.