Moto G42
An AMOLED Moto G with 50 MP camera and 20 W charging at $230.
The Moto G42 is a mid-range Motorola smartphone released Aug 2022, with a launch price of $230. It pairs the Snapdragon 680 with a 6.4" AMOLED display, a 50 MP triple main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 54/100 — AMOLED at the mid-budget. Standout strengths: super amoled at $230. and triple camera with ultrawide. Main trade-off: 60 hz only.
AMOLED at the mid-budget.
Moto G42 brought Super AMOLED to $230 with stereo Dolby and clean Android — a sweet-spot pick for screen quality at the price.
Read the full review- Super AMOLED at $230.
- Triple camera with ultrawide.
- Stereo Dolby + jack + microSD.
- Slim 8 mm body.
Full specifications
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How the Moto G42 compares
| Moto G42 | iPhone 6s Plus | Moto G35 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 54 | 54 | 54 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 680 | Apple A9 | Unisoc T760 |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz | 6.72" LCD 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP triple | 12 MP · f/2.2 | 50 MP |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 2,750 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $230 | $749 | $169 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Moto G42 released?
The Moto G42 was released in Aug 2022.
How much does the Moto G42 cost?
The Moto G42 launched at $230 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Moto G42 screen size and type?
The Moto G42 has a 6.4" AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Moto G42 use?
The Moto G42 is powered by the Snapdragon 680 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Moto G42 have?
The Moto G42 ships with 4 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Moto G42 battery capacity?
The Moto G42 has a 5,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Moto G42 charge?
The Moto G42 supports 20 W TurboPower wired charging.
What is the Moto G42 main camera?
The Moto G42 has a 50 MP triple main camera.
Does the Moto G42 have a headphone jack?
The Moto G42 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Moto G42 get software updates?
The Moto G42 update policy: To Android 13.
How much does the Moto G42 weigh?
The Moto G42 weighs 175 g.
What colours does the Moto G42 come in?
The Moto G42 is available in 3 colours: Atlantic Green, Metallic Rose, Cosmic Black.
Is the Moto G42 worth buying?
Moto G42 brought Super AMOLED to $230 with stereo Dolby and clean Android — a sweet-spot pick for screen quality at the price. SpecEagle gives the Moto G42 an editorial score of 54/100.
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