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LG K42 3 GB / 64 GB / Latin America

3.8 NeoScore #4692 of 6247

3 GB / 64 GB / Latin America · Launched September 2020

Overview

NeoScore

3.8

#4692 of 6247

Design & display: 5.1
Performance & hardware: 2.6
Camera: 3.8
Connectivity: 4.7
Battery & charging: 3.5

Strengths

At 182 g, it weighs less than most phones launched around the same time.
Its 8.4 mm thickness is less than that of most phones launched around the same time.

Weak points

Its 4,000 mAh battery and 10 W charging are weaker than those of most phones launched around the same time.
Its AnTuTu score of 94,000 is worse than that of most phones launched around the same time.
Its 3 GB of RAM is less than most phones launched around the same time offer.

Display: 6.6″IPS LCD720 × 1,600 px
Design: 182 g76.7 mm165 mm8.4 mm
Performance: MediaTek Helio P22Octa-Core3 GB RAM64 GB
AnTuTu: 94,000Better than 19% of phones
Battery: 4,000 mAh10 W
Cameras: 13 Mpx5 Mpx · f/2.22 Mpx · f/2.42 Mpx · f/2.4
Network: 4G3G2G
Software: Android 10

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LG K42 3 GB / 64 GB / Latin America technical sheet

The LG K42 suits buyers after a basic phone with expandable storage; the main trade-off is a battery and charging setup weaker than those of most phones launched around the same time. Its 4,000 mAh battery supports 10 W fast charging, both below what most phones of its time offer.

The 6.6-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 720 × 1600 px and a density of 266 ppi, lower than that of most phones launched around the same time. A MediaTek Helio P22 pairs with 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage, less memory than most phones of its time offer. Storage can be expanded. Its AnTuTu score of 94,000 is also worse than that of most phones launched around the same time.

Four rear cameras cover different kinds of shots: the 13 MP main camera records 1080p video at 30 fps, alongside an ultrawide, macro and depth camera. Connectivity includes NFC, USB Type-C, a 3.5 mm audio jack and Dual Nano-SIM. Its camera, battery and performance are worse than those of most phones launched around the same time, while its display and connectivity are below average. At 182 g, it weighs less than most phones of its time. With a NeoScore of 3.8, the LG K42 is a basic option for buyers who value expandable storage and essential features.

Technical index

NeoScore

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3.82 /10

Prices in United States

Selected variant

3 GB / 64 GB / Latin America

Design & display

5.1

Display Technology IPS LCD: 5.0
Display Pixel Density 266 ppi: 4.0
Display Features IPS LCD, Hole-Punch Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless: 1.0
Weight 182 g: 7.8
Usable Surface 83.1 %: 7.4
Body Thickness 8.4 mm: 7.2

Performance & hardware

2.6

AnTuTu Score 94,000: 0.5
RAM Capacity 3 GB: 2.1
Storage Type eMMC 5.1: 2.0
Processor Process Size 12 nm: 3.7
Maximum Storage Capacity 64 GB: 3.1
Maximum CPU Clock 2 GHz: 4.1
RAM Type DDR4: 5.0

Camera

3.8

Optical Image Stabilization No: 2.0
Resolution 13 Mpx: 6.1
Optical Zoom 0 x: 0.0
Camera Features Digital Zoom, Quadruple Camera, Autofocus, Touch Focus, Phase-Detection Autofocus, Geotagging, Panorama, HDR, Face Detection, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Exposure Compensation, Scene Mode, Self-Timer, Burst Mode, LED Flash: 0.0

Connectivity

4.7

Connectivity Features 3.5 mm Audio Jack, NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, FM Radio, Tethering, VoLTE: 3.0
Cellular Bands 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38: 7.0
Wi-Fi Standards Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n: 2.0
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0: 5.0
Navigation Systems GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS: 6.0
SIM Configurations Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby: 7.5

Battery & charging

3.5

Battery Capacity 4,000 mAh: 5.9
Fast Charge Power 10 W: 2.0
Battery Features Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Battery Level Indicator: 0.0

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Design & display: 5.13
Performance & hardware: 2.58
Camera: 3.79
Connectivity: 4.65
Battery & charging: 3.51

NeoScore rank: #4692 / 6247

Technical specifications

Performance

Processor Model: MediaTek Helio P22
Processor Process Size: 12 nm
Graphics GPU: PowerVR GE8320
Storage Type: eMMC 5.1
Maximum CPU Clock: 2 GHz
Maximum Storage Capacity: 64 GB
AnTuTu Score: 94,000
Geekbench 6 Single-Core: 233
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core: 723
CPU Description: Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A53 cores at 2.0 GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores at 1.5 GHz.
Processor Type: Octa-Core
64-Bit Processor: Yes
RAM Capacity: 3 GB
RAM Type: DDR4
Expandable Storage: Yes
AnTuTu version: v8

Design

Body Colors: Grey, Green
Body Thickness: 8.4 mm
Body Width: 76.7 mm
Body Height: 165 mm
Weight: 182 g
Usable Surface: 83.1 %
Body Materials: Plastic
Resistance Features: MIL-STD-810G, Water Resistant
Foldable: No
Rugged Build: No

Battery

Battery Capacity: 4,000 mAh
Battery Type: Li-Polymer
Fast Charge Power: 10 W
Battery Features: Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Battery Level Indicator

Display

Display Aspect Ratio: 20:9
Display Technology: IPS LCD
Display Diagonal: 6.6″
Display Horizontal Resolution: 720 px
Display Vertical Resolution: 1,600 px
Display Pixel Density: 266 ppi
Display Features: IPS LCD, Hole-Punch Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless
Integrated Projector: No

Sensors

Fingerprint Sensor Placement: Side

Sensor

Sensor Features: Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor

Software

Operating System: Android 10
OS Family: Android
OS Version: 10
Direct OS Updates: No
Google Services: Yes

Connectivity

SIM Configurations: Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby
Cellular Bands: 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38
Cellular Technologies: GSM, HSPA, LTE, 4G
Wi-Fi Standards: Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi Features: Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Hotspot
Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP, LE
Navigation Systems: GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Connectivity Features: 3.5 mm Audio Jack, NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, FM Radio, Tethering, VoLTE
USB Version: USB 2.0
SAR American Head: 0.78 W/kg
SAR American Body: 1.29 W/kg
Max. download speed: 300 Mbps
Max. upload speed: 150 Mbps

Audio

Microphone Count: 2
Audio Features: DTS, DTS:X, A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker

Technical

Model numbers: LMK420, LM-K420, LMK420H, LM-K420H, LMK420E, LM-K420E, LMK420Y, LM-K420Y

K42

Camera system

Every physical camera module is shown separately, with its sensor, lens and capture capabilities.

Rear Main Camera

Resolution: 13 Mpx
Sensor Type: CMOS
Video Recording: 1080p at 30 fps
Slow Motion Video: No
Optical Zoom: 0 x
Optical Image Stabilization: No

Sensor

Resolution: 13 Mpx
Sensor Type: CMOS

Video

Video Recording: 1080p at 30 fps
Slow Motion Video: No

Lens

Optical Zoom: 0 x
Optical Image Stabilization: No

Flash

Flash Type: LED
Flash LED Count: 1 LED

Features

Camera Features: Digital Zoom, Quadruple Camera, Autofocus, Touch Focus, Phase-Detection Autofocus, Geotagging, Panorama, HDR, Face Detection, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Exposure Compensation, Scene Mode, Self-Timer, Burst Mode, LED Flash