Galaxy A42 5G vs Nokia 3.4
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Galaxy A42 5G
Starting at
£118.91£322.00 new
Nokia 3.4
Starting at
£103.00What's the difference between the Galaxy A42 5G and Nokia 3.4?
Galaxy A42 5G vs Nokia 3.4 comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Refurbished, the Nokia 3.4 starts at £103, £15.91 less than the Galaxy A42 5G.
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- Chipset: Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G (8 nm) on the Galaxy A42 5G, Qualcomm SM4250 Snapdragon 460 (11 nm) on the Nokia 3.4.
- The Galaxy A42 5G has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4000 mAh.
- Screen size: 6.6 inch on the Galaxy A42 5G, 6,39 inch on the Nokia 3.4.
Galaxy A42 5G vs Nokia 3.4 specs
The Galaxy A42 5G and Nokia 3.4 both come from 2020 and run Android, but they target different needs. The Galaxy A42 5G suits you if you want a larger screen with a Super AMOLED display, a more powerful chipset, 5G connectivity, and higher resolution cameras. It also offers more storage and a bigger battery, which helps if you use your phone heavily or enjoy media. The Nokia 3.4 fits well if you want a lighter phone with a slightly smaller screen and a simpler performance profile, while still having expandable storage and a decent battery for everyday use. Both devices are unlocked and share core Android features, so choice depends on what you value most in screen, speed, or camera.
Galaxy A42 5G vs Nokia 3.4 price
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Galaxy A42 5G vs Nokia 3.4 battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery life and software updates, which affect how long you can use the phone comfortably each day and over time.
Battery Capacity
The Galaxy A42 5G has a 5000 mAh battery, providing more capacity for longer daily use, which suits users who spend extended periods away from charging. The Nokia 3.4 has a 4000 mAh battery, enough for typical daily tasks and moderate use, making it a good option if you usually have access to charging during the day.
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Both run Android but without the newest version, so your experience will be similar when it comes to operating system features and security patches.
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Galaxy A42 5G vs Nokia 3.4 performance
Performance focuses on the chipset, memory, and storage, which influence how smoothly apps run and how much space you have for files and apps.
Chipset Differences
The Galaxy A42 5G uses the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G chipset built on an 8 nm process, which tends to deliver better efficiency and power compared to the Nokia 3.4's Qualcomm SM4250 Snapdragon 460 chipset made on an 11 nm process. This means the Galaxy A42 5G is suited to users who run more demanding apps or multitask often.
Memory and Storage
Both devices offer 4 GB of RAM, which supports everyday apps and moderate multitasking. The Galaxy A42 5G comes with 128GB of storage, ideal if you need plenty of space for apps, photos, and media. The Nokia 3.4 has 32GB of storage, which suits users who keep fewer files or make use of a microSD card for extra space.
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Galaxy A42 5G vs Nokia 3.4 screen
Screen quality affects how you see videos, photos, and apps. Differences in size, resolution, and panel type shape the viewing experience.
Screen Size and Resolution
The Galaxy A42 5G has a larger 6.6 inch screen with a resolution of 720 by 1600 pixels, offering more room for videos and browsing. The Nokia 3.4's screen is slightly smaller at 6.39 inches with a resolution of 720 by 1560 pixels, providing a more compact display that fits comfortably in hand.
Screen Type
The Galaxy A42 5G features a Super AMOLED screen, which provides richer colours and deeper blacks, making it well suited for media playback and outdoor use. The Nokia 3.4 uses an IPS LCD screen, which delivers consistent colours and good viewing angles, suitable for everyday use in a variety of lighting conditions.
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Galaxy A42 5G vs Nokia 3.4 camera
Audiovisual features include the cameras, which impact how detailed and sharp your photos and video calls will be.
Front Camera
The Galaxy A42 5G's 20 megapixel front camera captures more detail in selfies and video calls, making it suitable if you prioritise sharp and clear front-facing photos. The Nokia 3.4 has an 8 megapixel front camera, which is well suited to basic selfies and video chats.
Main Camera
The Galaxy A42 5G offers a 48 megapixel main camera, which can capture higher resolution images with more detail, appealing to users who enjoy photography. The Nokia 3.4 has a 13 megapixel main camera, sufficient for everyday snapshots and casual photography.
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Galaxy A42 5G vs Nokia 3.4 size and design
Miscellaneous features include physical dimensions, network options, and expandability, which affect daily use and connectivity.
Network Compatibility
The Galaxy A42 5G supports 5G networks, offering faster mobile data speeds where 5G is available. This is suitable for users who want quicker downloads and smoother streaming on the go. The Nokia 3.4 supports 4G networks, which still provide reliable connectivity for most everyday activities.
Physical Size and Weight
The Galaxy A42 5G measures 164.4 mm tall, 75.9 mm wide, and is 8.6 mm thick, weighing 193 g. Its larger size suits those who prefer bigger phones for media and typing. The Nokia 3.4 is slightly smaller at 161 mm tall, 76 mm wide, 8.7 mm thick and lighter at 180 g, fitting well for users who want a more compact and lighter device.
Expandable Storage and SIM
Both the Galaxy A42 5G and Nokia 3.4 support microSDXC cards for expanding storage, giving flexibility if you need more space. Each device uses a physical SIM card and is unlocked, so you can choose your carrier freely.
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Galaxy A42 5G or Nokia 3.4: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A42 5G if
- you want a bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000 mAh)
- you want an OLED screen
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (48 megapixels vs 13 megapixels)
Buy the Nokia 3.4 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £103, £15.91 less than the Galaxy A42 5G
- you want a lighter build (180 g vs 193 g)
Galaxy A42 5G vs Nokia 3.4 FAQs
Galaxy A42 5G vs Nokia 3.4 comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Chipset: Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G (8 nm) on the Galaxy A42 5G, Qualcomm SM4250 Snapdragon 460 (11 nm) on the Nokia 3.4. The Galaxy A42 5G has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4000 mAh.
The Nokia 3.4 is cheaper refurbished, from £103 compared with £118.91 for the Galaxy A42 5G.
The Galaxy A42 5G has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4000 mAh.
The Galaxy A42 5G has a higher-resolution main camera: 48 megapixels vs 13 megapixels.
Updates for the Galaxy A42 5G ended in Jun 2024. We don't have published update dates for the Nokia 3.4.
Refurbished, the Galaxy A42 5G comes in 128GB, and the Nokia 3.4 in 32GB.
