Overall Score
36.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#4044)36.6
Performance(#5021)53.4
Camera(#1806)47.7
Display(#5781)55.4
Battery(#7284)16.1
Build(#124)94.9
Connectivity(#3760)52.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Apple iPhone 5s
Short Review
- The Apple iPhone 5s, released on September 20, 2013, features a compact design with dimensions of 123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm and a lightweight build at 112g, utilizing glass and aluminum materials.
- Its 4.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 640 x 1136 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 326 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Apple A7 chipset, with a dual-core 1.3 GHz CPU and PowerVR G6430 GPU, supported by 1GB of RAM.
- The rear camera captures 8 MP images and can record video at 1080p@30fps, while the front camera is 1.2 MP.
- Battery capacity is 1560 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on iOS 7, upgradable to iOS 12.5.6, providing a smooth user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The iPhone 5s is available in Space Gray, White/Silver, and Gold color options.
- Notably, it does not feature stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack.
- Overall, the iPhone 5s combines a classic design with reliable performance and decent camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013, September 20
Announced2013, September 10
DescriptionSupported LTE Networks
Display
Size4"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution640 x 1136 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
PPI640
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass, oleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetApple A7 (28 nm)
CPUDual-core 1.3 GHz Cyclone (ARM v8-based)
GPUPowerVR G6430 (quad-core graphics)
Memory16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.2, 29mm (standard), 1/3.0", 1.5µm, AF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR
Front Camera1.2 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard)
Front Camera Featuresface detection, HDR, FaceTime over Wi-Fi or Cellular
Video Recording1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1560 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 1560 mAh, non-removable (5.92 Wh)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm (4.87 x 2.31 x 0.30 in)
Weight112 g
MaterialsGlass front (Corning-made glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsSpace Gray, White/Silver, Gold
Foldable✗
SAR1.12 W/kg (head) 1.18 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBLightning, USB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemiOS 7, upgradable to iOS 12.5.6
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass