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Galaxy A42 5G
- Fair
- 128 GB
- Dual Physical SIM
- Black
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Compatible charging cable
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Galaxy A42 5G
Black • 128 GB • Dual Physical SIM
Refurbished price:£157.00
£437.00 newVersus £437.00 new
Total price: £305.00
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Customer reviews for Galaxy A42 5G
Overall rating
4.4/54.4/5545 verified reviewsRating details
Accessories
4.2/5
Appearance
4.5/5
Battery
4.4/5
Lens & Camera
4.5/5
Overall performance
4.4/5
Packaging
4.6/5
Shipping
4.6/5
Reviews
Reviews
Carolyn W.
Verified purchaseReviewed 22/03/2026, United Kingdom.
5/5You said it was fair condition, I thought it was in excellent condition. Very pleased with my purchase,
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Black - Unlocked
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Black - Unlocked
Condition
Fair
Purchased
11/03/2026
Mark E.
Verified purchaseReviewed 19/02/2026, United Kingdom.
4.8/5Phone condition excellent. Not a scratch on it and works rapidly with good battery life. I've previously had the identical phone brand new and don't notice the difference between this and a brand new phone - other than the price.
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Black - Unlocked
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Black - Unlocked
Condition
Good
Purchased
02/02/2026
Connor C.
Verified purchaseReviewed 22/06/2025, United Kingdom.
5/5Came a day early, perfect condition
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Black - Unlocked
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Black - Unlocked
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
10/06/2025
Anita H.
Verified purchaseReviewed 10/12/2025, United Kingdom.
4.9/5brilliant condition was far from fair it was spotless like new just perfect ,price good delivery arrived a day early
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Black - Unlocked
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Black - Unlocked
Condition
Fair
Purchased
24/11/2025
Nadine V.
Verified purchaseReviewed 09/05/2026, United Kingdom.
5/5Arrived fast, phone as described very happy
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Grey - Unlocked
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Grey - Unlocked
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
23/04/2026
Bernard A.
Verified purchaseReviewed 07/05/2025, United Kingdom.
5/5Very good quality and a happy customer.
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Grey - Unlocked
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Grey - Unlocked
Condition
Fair
Purchased
23/04/2025
Yazid H.
Verified purchaseReviewed 28/08/2024, United Kingdom.
5/5Beautiful item, really beautiful I like it so much my brother he will enjoy it. He would be happy man he love it thank you so much I will always try to buy from this company.
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Grey - Unlocked
Galaxy A42 5G 128GB - Grey - Unlocked
Condition
Good
Purchased
26/08/2024
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Everything you ever wanted to know about the Galaxy A42 5G
Durability
Overall performance
Camera
Screen quality
Dual Physical SIMSIM card
USB-C + Jack 3.5mmConnector
2020Year of Release
5GMobile network
Prism dot blackColour (official name)
SM-A426B/DSManufacturer Ref
SamsungBrand
Samsung Galaxy ASerie
microSDXCSD Card Slot
The Galaxy A42 5G is a versatile smartphone that combines solid performance with 5G connectivity, making it suitable for users looking to upgrade their mobile experience. Released in late 2020, it remains a relevant choice for those needing a reliable device for everyday tasks.
Key features:- Release Date: November 2020
- Display: 6.6-inch Super AMOLED, HD+ resolution
- Processor: Snapdragon 750G
- Camera: Quad-camera system with 48MP main sensor
- Connectivity: 5G compatible for fast internet speeds.
The Galaxy A42 5G is ideal for students, casual users, or anyone needing a dependable smartphone with 5G capabilities. It’s particularly well-suited for social media enthusiasts and light gamers who appreciate a large display and decent camera performance.
Pros & Cons:| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Large and vibrant display for media consumption. | Mid-range processor may struggle with heavy multitasking. |
| Quad-camera setup for versatile photography. | Plastic back may feel less premium compared to competitors. |
Why refurbished?
Choosing a refurbished Galaxy A42 5G allows you to enjoy a capable smartphone while being environmentally conscious. Back Market ensures each device is thoroughly tested and restored to a high standard. Learn more about our quality standards.
- SIM card
- Dual Physical SIM
- Connector
- USB-C + Jack 3.5mm
- Year of Release
- 2020
- Mobile network
- 5G
- Colour (official name)
- Prism dot black
- Manufacturer Ref
- SM-A426B/DS
- Brand
- Samsung
- Serie
- Samsung Galaxy A
- SD Card Slot
- microSDXC
- Foldable
- No
- Weight
- 193 g
- Width
- 7,59 cm
- Front camera
- 20 megapixels
- Depth
- 0,86 cm
- OS
- Android
- Model
- Galaxy A42 5G
- Carrier compatibility
- Unlocked
- Colour
- Black
- Memory (GB)
- 4 GB
- Camera Type
- Quadruple (4x)
- Resolution
- 720 x 1600
- Height
- 16,44 cm
- Screen type
- Super AMOLED
- Compatible with latest Update
- No
- Screen size (in)
- 6.6
- SAR body
- 1,334
- Storage
- 128 GB
- SAR head
- 1,154
- Main camera
- 48 megapixels
Galaxy A42 5G
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