The LG K42 smartphone debuted on September 21, 2020. Display-wise, the phone boasts a 6.60-inch touchscreen with a 720×1600 resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The MediaTek Helio P22 (MT6762) octa-core processor is what makes the LG K42 tick. It has 3 GB of memory (RAM). The LG K42 has a non-removable battery capacity of 4000mAh and runs on Android 10.
The LG K42 has a primary camera with a resolution of 13 megapixels, as well as two other cameras with resolutions of 5 megapixels, 2 megapixels, and 2 megapixels, all located on the device’s back. The camera in the back may focus automatically. It has an 8-megapixel selfie camera on the front.
The LG K42 has 64GB of built-in storage and runs LG UX, which is based on Android 10. The LG K42 is a nanoSIM and nanoSIM dual-SIM (GSM and GSM) phone. The LG K42 weighs 182.00 grams and has dimensions of 165.00 x 76.70 x 8.40mm (height x width x thickness). It debuted in a muted green and grey color scheme. It has a polycarbonate frame and housing.
The LG K42 supports cellular data connections over Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth v5.00, USB Type-C, 3G, and 4G networks (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). The fingerprint sensor, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, and accelerometer are just few of the sensors that are built within the phone.
About LG K42
The LG K42 is a great buy because it has good appearance and powerful capabilities. On January 26, 2021 (Official), the smartphone went on sale in India at a starting price of Rs 10,990. With its Octa core, 2 GHz, Cortex A53 MediaTek Helio P22 processor, this LG phone packs a serious punch, allowing you to multitask with ease.
The phone’s 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage mean you won’t have to worry about running out of room for your music, films, games, photos, and other media. The phone’s display, measuring in at 6.6 inches (16.76 cm), boasts a resolution of 1600 x 720 Pixels, allowing for exceptionally sharp images.
The LG K42 has a 20:9 aspect ratio, meaning that when you’re watching videos, playing games, or watching movies online, the images will be crisp and clear. The phone’s impressive photographic features are a major selling point. Digital Zoom, Automatic Flash, Face Detection, and Touch Focus are just few of the features offered by the back camera system.
LG K42 Verdict
The LG K42 is a new low-end smartphone from the company that has several nice qualities, such as a long battery life and solid performance. In addition to a large quantity of storage, it also supports 4G VoLTE and the newest version of Android (10, Q). As compared to other entry-level devices, such as those that provide up to a quad-camera configuration and a minimum of 4-6GB RAM, the smartphone’s camera and RAM specs are only adequate.
LG K42 Camera and Screen
A 6.5-inch HD+ IPS LCD screen with a resolution of 720 by 1600 pixels and a pixel density of 270 ppi is expected to be included on the LG K42. The smartphone’s front-facing camera is housed in a waterdrop-shaped notch on the otherwise bezel-free display. It also has a fingerprint reader at the back.
The optics of the LG K42 consist of a 13MP main camera and a 5MP depth sensor. Autofocus, ISO adjustment, exposure compensation, digital zoom, high dynamic range, and continuous shooting are just some of the standard features included on the device’s back camera. The primary sensor on the selfie camera is 8 megapixels, and it takes respectable pictures.
LG K42 Configuration and Battery
MediaTek Helio P22 chipset with octa-core 2GHz Cortex A53 CPU is expected to power the LG K42. The device’s 3GB of Memory and PowerVR GE8320 graphics processor should suffice for most tasks. The smartphone is powered by a non-removable Li-ion battery that provides adequate backup for several hours. The battery has a capacity of 4,000 mAh.
LG K42 Storage and Connectivity
The 32GB of onboard storage on the LG K42 can be expanded to a maximum of 256GB (has a dedicated MicroSD card slot). 4G Voice over LTE, Wi-Fi, Mobile Hotspot, A-GPS, Bluetooth v5.0, and USB Type-C are just some of the network and communication possibilities available.
Conclusion
The smartphone’s brains are an Octa-core Mediatek MT6762 CPU and a PowerVR GE8320 GPU. The device is powered by a nonremovable, 4000 mAh Li-Po battery. The smartphone weighs 182 grams and measures 165 x 76.7 x 8.4 mm. It sports a 6.6-inch screen with a resolution of 720 by 1600 pixels. Android 10 is used as the OS.
The smartphone has a 13 megapixel (MP) (wide) + 5 megapixel (UW) + 2 megapixel (MP) (macro) + 2 megapixel (MP) (depth) quad camera on the back and an 8 megapixel (MP) (wide) camera on the front.
The LG K42 has 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of built-in storage space. Screen-to-body ratio is 83.1% and 16M colors are shown on the IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen. The smartphone has a PPI density of 266. The only color option for this device is a neutral gray.
