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Motorola Moto G42 Specifications
Motorola
Released 2022, Jun 28
4 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)
- 175g, 8mm thickness
- Android 12, planned upgrade to Android 13
- 64GB/128GB storage, microSDXC
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 9.8 | — |
| Display | 7 | — |
| Performance | 4.8 | — |
| Camera | 4.3 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 5.8 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 2.5 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.4"
1080x2400 pixels
50MP
1080p
4GB RAM
Snapdragon 680 4G
5000mAh
18W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - International | |
| ??? | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - India | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 26, 28, 40, 41, 66 - LATAM, Brazil | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41 - India | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
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Launch
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Announced | 2022, June 09 |
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| Status | Available. Released 2022, June 28 |
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Body
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Dimensions | 160.4 x 73.5 x 8 mm (6.31 x 2.89 x 0.31 in) |
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| Weight | 175 g (6.17 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | |
| ??? | Water-repellent design |
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Display
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Type | AMOLED |
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| Size | 6.4 inches, 98.9 cm2 (~83.9% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~411 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 12, planned upgrade to Android 13 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver) | |
| GPU | Adreno 610 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8 (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64??m, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 118?? (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12??m 2 MP (macro) |
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 16 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.0??m |
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| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
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| Charging | 18W wired |
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Misc
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Colors | Atlantic Green, Metallic Rose |
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| Models | XT2233-2 | |
| Price | About 170 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Motorola Moto G42 worth buying in 2026?
Motorola Moto G42 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Motorola Moto G42 good for gaming?
Motorola Moto G42 scores 58/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of Motorola Moto G42?
Motorola Moto G42 has a 5,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Motorola Moto G42 have?
Motorola Moto G42 features a 6.40-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Motorola Moto G42 have?
Motorola Moto G42 is available with 4 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Motorola Moto G42?
Genze rates Motorola Moto G42 5.8/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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