T-Mobile REVVL 5G vs. Samsung Galaxy A42 5G: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing raw processing power and potentially smoother multitasking, the T-Mobile REVVL 5G emerges as the slightly better choice due to its Snapdragon 765 5G chipset. However, the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G provides comparable battery endurance and a potentially more refined software experience, making it a strong contender.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | T-Mobile REVVL 5G | Samsung Galaxy A42 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 12, 13, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66, 71 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - Europe |
| 5G bands | 2, 25, 41, 66, 71 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - Europe |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2020, August 27. Released 2020, September 04 | 2020, September 02 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2020, November 11 |
| Body | ||
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| Dimensions | 165.4 x 76.2 x 9.4 mm (6.51 x 3.00 x 0.37 in) | 164.4 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm (6.47 x 2.99 x 0.34 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 215 g (7.58 oz) | 193 g (6.81 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~266 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.53 inches, 104.7 cm2 (~83.1% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.6 inches, 105.2 cm2 (~84.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | Super AMOLED |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765 5G (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G (8 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 620 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Quad | - | 48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.94", 0.8µm 5 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Triple | 48 MP, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, (ultrawide) 5 MP (macro) | - |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@480fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | - | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP | 20 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide), 1/2.78", 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | No | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | - | 15W wired |
| Type | Li-Ion 4500 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Nebula Black | Prism Dot Black, Prism Dot White, Prism Dot Gray |
| Models | T790W, T790Z | SM-A426B, SM-A426B/DS, SM-A4260, SM-A426U, SM-A426U1, SM-A426N |
| Price | About 340 EUR | € 279.99 / £ 139.10 |
| SAR EU | - | 1.15 W/kg (head) 1.33 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 144h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -30.1 LUFS (Below average) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 324686 (v8) GeekBench: 1910 (v5.1) GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
T-Mobile REVVL 5G
- Potentially faster single-core performance with Snapdragon 765
- 5G connectivity at a competitive price point
- Likely more responsive app launching
- Display brightness and technology details are unknown
- Charging speed is unspecified, potentially slower than A42 5G
Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
- Measured 570 nits peak display brightness
- 15W wired charging for faster replenishment
- Potentially more refined software experience (Samsung One UI)
- Snapdragon 750 may offer slightly lower peak performance
- Reliance on a 2MP macro camera for added functionality
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy A42 5G boasts a measured peak brightness of 570 nits, suggesting a more visible display in direct sunlight compared to the REVVL 5G, for which brightness data is unavailable. While both feature an 'infinite' contrast ratio (typical for OLED/AMOLED panels), the lack of specific display technology details for the REVVL 5G leaves the A42 5G with a clear advantage in display quality based on available data. The A42 5G's larger screen size (not specified in the data, but generally known) also contributes to a more immersive viewing experience.
Camera Comparison
Both devices offer photo and video capabilities, but the provided data lacks specifics regarding sensor size, aperture, or image processing algorithms. Without this information, a definitive camera comparison is impossible. However, given Samsung's generally strong camera software and processing, the A42 5G likely delivers more consistently pleasing images, especially in challenging lighting conditions. The presence of a 2MP macro camera on the A42 5G (assumed based on typical Samsung A-series offerings) is unlikely to significantly impact overall camera performance, serving primarily as a novelty feature.
Performance
The T-Mobile REVVL 5G utilizes the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 5G (7nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G employs the Snapdragon 750 5G (8nm). The 8nm process of the 750G *should* offer improved power efficiency, but the 765G's CPU configuration – with a higher clocked Kryo 475 Prime core at 2.4 GHz versus the A42’s 2.2 GHz Kryo 570 cores – suggests a potential edge in single-core performance. Both CPUs share the same 1.8 GHz Kryo core clock speed for the efficiency cores. This translates to the REVVL 5G likely handling single-threaded tasks and quick app launches more responsively, while the A42 5G may excel in sustained multi-core workloads due to its more efficient manufacturing process.
Battery Life
Both the T-Mobile REVVL 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G share an endurance rating of 144 hours, indicating comparable battery life under similar usage conditions. The A42 5G supports 15W wired charging, while charging speed for the REVVL 5G is unspecified. This suggests the A42 5G will likely charge faster, offering a more convenient user experience, despite the identical endurance ratings. The 8nm process of the Snapdragon 750 in the A42 5G may contribute to slightly better power management, extending real-world battery life in certain scenarios.
Buying Guide
Buy the T-Mobile REVVL 5G if you frequently engage in demanding tasks like mobile gaming or video editing and need a phone that can handle them without significant slowdown. Buy the Samsung Galaxy A42 5G if you prioritize all-day battery life, a potentially more polished user interface, and are less concerned with achieving peak performance in resource-intensive applications.