Samsung Galaxy F42 5Gvsvivo Y28 4G

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Samsung
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
Galaxy F42 5G
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 700 (MT6833)
RAM:6GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy F42 5G offers solid and reliable battery life with all-day power for heavy usage.
The Samsung Galaxy F42 5G's display offers good brightness and color accuracy despite some viewing angle limitations.
The Samsung Galaxy F42 5G's camera system delivers solid image quality, impressive features at a competitive budget price.
The Samsung Galaxy F42 5G offers smooth day-to-day usage and decent gaming capabilities overall with its chipset.
vivo
vivo Y28 4G
Y28 4G
Processor:MediaTek Helio G85 (MT6769V/CZ)
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Vivo Y28 4G's battery life is decent but not exceptional, lasting around a day with moderate usage.
The Vivo Y28 4G boasts a decent display, doing the job without breaking the bank effectively.
The Vivo Y28 4G's camera system is adequate, offering decent image quality and capable selfie-taking abilities overall.
The Vivo Y28 4G's performance is sluggish and lag-prone, failing to meet expectations despite its decent specs overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
2.20 GHz
vivo Y28 4G
2 GHz

RAM

Winner
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
6GB
vivo Y28 4G
4GB

Storage

Tie
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
128GB
vivo Y28 4G
128GB

Weight

Winner
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
203g
vivo Y28 4G
199g
Rank
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
Winner
#654
vivo Y28 4G
#703
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
#599
Winner
vivo Y28 4G
#810
Design
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
#656
vivo Y28 4G
#503
Winner
Display
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
#590
Winner
vivo Y28 4G
#694
Performance
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
#628
Winner
vivo Y28 4G
#746
Battery
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
#651
vivo Y28 4G
#612
Winner
Camera
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
#600
Winner
vivo Y28 4G
#651
item_phones_categoryId
Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
#1
Tie
vivo Y28 4G
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Samsung Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
vivo vivo Y28 4G
Model
MediaTek Dimensity 700 (MT6833)
MediaTek Helio G85 (MT6769V/CZ)
CPU
4x Cortex, A76 2.2 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz
2x Cortex, A75 2.0 GHz + 6x Cortex, A55 1.8 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
7
12
Frequency
2.20
2
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Arm Mali-G57 MC2
Arm Mali-G52 MC2 950MHz
RAM
6
4
Type
N/A
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
128
Type
N/A
eMMC 5.1 Storage
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
N/A
Yes
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus
N/A
Antutu Score
379800
222000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 66% of devices
Overall performance better than 57% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Samsung Galaxy F42 5G

Strengths

The phone has a pretty good looking design, especially in the matte aqua color
It features an impressive 12.5G bands, making it future-proof
The rear camera setup is a triple sensor array with a 64MP primary sensor that takes sharp and colorful pictures
The phone's battery life is long-lasting, with over a day's usage on a single charge
The device runs Android 11 with One UI Core 3.1, offering smooth performance for daily tasks
The phone supports wireless transactions through Samsung Pay Mini

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

vivo Y28 4G

Strengths

The device has a nice warm dark green color to it, which looks really nice in person.
The plastic back is made out of plastic that's also part of the frame, giving it a two-tone coloring effect.
The display is serviceable for its price, with 720x1612 pixels, 83.8% screen-to-body ratio, and 264 PPI.
The battery is better than initially thought, with 6,000 mAh capacity and support for 44W charging.
The phone has a more powerful Helio G85 processor compared to the initial specs.
The device supports EMMC 5.1 storage, which is faster than regular storage.
The phone's cameras have improved specs, with an 8MP front camera and a 50MP rear camera.
The display size has increased to 6.68 inches, making it a good option for those who want a larger screen.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Samsung Galaxy F42 5G

The Samsung Galaxy F42 5G is an affordable mid-ranger that offers impressive features at a price point of ₹17,999. The device's design is decent, with a matte aqua color and an all-plastic body. Although it's a bit thick (9mm) and heavy (203 grams), the weight is well-balanced and feels good in the hand. The phone boasts a 6.6-inch FHD+ LCD display that offers bright and vibrant colors, suitable for viewing in direct sunlight. However, the bezels are quite thick, especially at the bottom, and the teardrop notch looks dated. The rear camera setup is a triple sensor array with a 64MP primary sensor, a 5MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor. The primary sensor takes sharp and colorful photos with well-balanced HDR. I appreciate that Samsung chose an ultra-wide sensor over a low-resolution macro lens, but wish it had higher resolution images from the ultra-wide sensor, which sometimes lack detail in brightly lit conditions. The depth sensor enables good portrait mode results outdoors, while a dedicated night mode performs well in low-light situations. The phone's performance is adequate, with minimal issues in day-to-day usage and acceptable gaming experiences. However, there can be some lag when switching between camera sensors or apps like the camera app. The 5000mAh battery provides more than a day's usage, but charging takes over two hours. Overall, the Galaxy F42 5G offers a strong 64MP camera, long battery life, and smooth performance, making it a solid choice for those who prefer Samsung's user-friendly interface and want a phone that promises future-proof 5G capabilities.

vivo Y28 4G

The Vivo Y28 4G promises a budget-friendly smartphone experience. With its sleek design and vibrant dark green color, this device catches the eye. The phone features a 6.5-inch LCD IPS display, a dual-camera setup, and a large 5000mAh battery with fast charging capabilities. Powering the device is a Dimensity 6020 processor, available in various RAM options (4GB, 6GB, or 8GB) paired with 128GB of storage. The cameras include an 8MP front shooter and a dual-camera setup at the back, though details are scarce on the latter. Pricing for this device remains uncertain, making it an intriguing yet unknown quantity in the budget smartphone market.

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