Overall Score
52.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#8243)52.6
Performance(#5471)57.3
Camera(#8580)41.9
Display(#8069)57.0
Battery(#3871)43.5
Build(#2682)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Apple iPhone 3G
Short Review
- The Apple iPhone 3G features a compact design with dimensions of 115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm and a weight of 133g, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Its 3.5-inch TFT display has a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 165 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- Performance is powered by a 412 MHz ARM 11 CPU and a PowerVR MBX GPU, complemented by 8GB or 16GB of storage and 128MB of RAM.
- The rear camera is 2 MP without optical image stabilization and does not support video recording, while there is no front-facing camera.
- The battery capacity is 1220 mAh, providing limited longevity without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The device runs on iOS, upgradable to iOS 4.2.1, offering a basic user experience for its time.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11b/g and Bluetooth 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The iPhone 3G is available in black and white colors, with no water resistance features.
- It includes a headphone jack but lacks stereo speakers.
- Overall, it was a significant step in mobile technology upon release, though it has limitations by modern standards.
Specifications
General
Release Date2008
Announced2008
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size3.5"
TypeTFT
Resolution320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
PPI320
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass, oleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPU412 MHz ARM 11
GPUPowerVR MBX
Memory8GB 128MB RAM, 16GB 128MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera2 MP
Main Camera Details2 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingNo
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1220 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1220 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm (4.55 x 2.44 x 0.48 in)
Weight133 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack(8/16 GB), White (16 GB)
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11b/g
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP (headset support only)
NFC✗
USB2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemiOS, upgradable to iOS 4.2.1
OS VersioniOS, upgradable to iOS 4.2.1
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes