| Hardware and OS | Nokia G42 | |
| Operating system | Android 14 | |
| Processor | Octa core (2 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A78, 1.8 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55) | |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | |
| RAM | 8 GB | |
| Internal Storage | 128 GB | |
| Memory Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | |
| User Interface | Yes | |
| Display | Nokia G42 | other phones |
| Type | IPS LCD | |
| Size | 6.67 inches | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels | |
| Colors | 16M | |
| Pixel Density | 395 PPI | |
| Touchscreen | Yes | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | |
| Features | 90Hz, 400 nits (typ) | |
| Connectivity | Nokia G42 | other phones |
| 4G Network | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 | |
| 5G Network | No | |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | |
| GPS | Yes | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| USB | Type-C 2.0 | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | |
| SIM | Nano SIM | |
| Dual SIM | No | |
| Wireless Charging | No | |
| Camera | Nokia G42 | other phones |
| Main camera | 50 MP, 8 MP, 2 MP | |
| Features | Yes | |
| Image | 1080p | |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP (wide) | |
| Multimedia | Nokia G42 | other phones |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | |
| Handsfree | Yes | |
| Radio | Yes | |
| Video Playback | Yes | |
| Video Out | Yes | |
| Ring Tones | Yes | |
| 3.5 mm Jack | Yes | |
| Design | Nokia G42 | other phones |
| Dimensions | 165 x 76.2 x 8.5 mm | |
| Waterproof | Yes | |
| Weight | 196.2 g | |
| Battery | Nokia G42 | other phones |
| Capacity | Li-Po 5000 mAh, Fast 33W | |
| Placement | Non-removable | |
| Other | Nokia G42 | other phones |
| Sensors | Side-mounted fingerprint, accelerometer, proximity, | |
