Samsung Galaxy A13 vs Samsung Galaxy A42 5G

Name: Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
Brand: Samsung
Availability: InStock

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Samsung Galaxy A42 5G and Samsung Galaxy A13, display quality is the main reason to lean one way. The A42 5G has its Super AMOLED panel, a higher-resolution 20MP front camera, and 128GB storage; the A13 mainly responds with a 6.6-inch TFT display at 400 PPI, a 50MP rear camera, and an 8MP front camera. The A42 5G is the better fit for display quality, while the A13 is the one to consider for simplicity.

If you'd rather pay up front, the A13 is the cheaper buy at £110 SIM-free.

Screen

6.6" 6.6"

Display

TFT Super AMOLED

Resolution

1080 x 2408 1080 x 2400

Pixels Per Inch

400 399

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels

Front Camera

8 Megapixels 20 Megapixels

Chipset

Exynos 850 Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G

Battery

5,000 mAh 5,000 mAh

Storage

64GB 128GB

Android 12 Android 10

SIM Type

Nano SIM Standard SIM

Connectivity

Up to 4G Up to 5G

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac

Bluetooth

5.0 5.0 with A2DP, LE

Dimensions

165.1 x 76.4 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

£109.99 £114.99

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	Samsung Galaxy A13	Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
Screen	6.6"	6.6"
Display	TFT	Super AMOLED
Resolution	1080 x 2408	1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch	400	399
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	48 Megapixels
Front Camera	8 Megapixels	20 Megapixels
Chipset	Exynos 850	Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G
Battery	5,000 mAh	5,000 mAh
Storage	64GB	128GB
OS	Android 12	Android 10
SIM Type	Nano SIM	Standard SIM
Connectivity	Up to 4G	Up to 5G
Wi-Fi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth	5.0	5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions	165.1 x 76.4 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	£109.99	£114.99
	Deals	Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 400 pixels per inch, and the Samsung Galaxy A13 uses a TFT panel while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 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 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A13 and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A13 and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is powered by the Exynos 850, while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G uses the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A13 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 or Samsung Galaxy A42 5G?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A13 and Samsung Galaxy A42 5G run?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 runs Android 12 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.