Overall Score
10.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#10346)10.4
Performance(#10096)14.9
Camera(#9511)12.7
Display(#11055)16.0
Battery(#7869)14.0
Build(#2650)17.4
Connectivity(#7640)26.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Apple iPhone 3GS
Short Review
- The Apple iPhone 3GS features a compact design with dimensions of 115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm and weighs 135 grams, available in black and white.
- Its 3.5-inch TFT display has a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 165 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a 600 MHz Cortex-A8 CPU and PowerVR SGX535 GPU, supported by 256MB of RAM across storage options of 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB.
- The rear camera captures images at 3.15 MP with an f/2.8 aperture, but lacks optical image stabilization and only records video at 480p.
- The 1400 mAh battery offers basic longevity without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- Running on iOS 3, it is upgradable to iOS 6.1.6, providing access to various apps and features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device includes a standard headphone jack but lacks stereo speakers.
- Overall, the iPhone 3GS is a basic smartphone with limited features by today's standards.
- Its design and performance were notable for its time, but it now serves primarily as a historical reference in smartphone evolution.
Specifications
General
Release Date2009
Announced2009
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size3.5"
TypeTFT
Resolution320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
PPI320
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass, oleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPU600 MHz Cortex-A8
GPUPowerVR SGX535
Memory8GB 256MB RAM, 16GB 256MB RAM, 32GB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera3.15 MP, f/2.8, AF
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1400 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1400 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions115.5 x 62.1 x 12.3 mm (4.55 x 2.44 x 0.48 in)
Weight135 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SAR0.26 W/kg (head) 0.79 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP (headset support only)
NFC✗
USB2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemiOS 3, upgradable to iOS 6.1.6
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass