Overall Score
40.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#3450)40.9
Performance(#3117)71.3
Camera(#1672)53.4
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4530)25.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#1986)66.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Fairphone 3
Short Review
- The Fairphone 3 features a practical design with dimensions of 158 x 71.8 x 9.9 mm and a weight of 189 grams, constructed from sustainable materials.
- Its 5.65-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 427 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 chipset, the phone delivers adequate performance with its octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, suitable for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera boasts a 12 MP sensor with dual pixel PDAF, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera serves well for selfies.
- The 3040 mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities, providing decent longevity for daily use.
- Running Android 9.0, the device is upgradable to Android 13, ensuring access to newer features and security updates.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, enhancing versatility.
- The absence of stereo speakers and a lack of water resistance are notable drawbacks.
- The headphone jack remains a useful feature for audio enthusiasts.
- Overall, the Fairphone 3 emphasizes sustainability and modularity in its design and functionality.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019, September 03
Announced2019, August 27
DescriptionModular phone with swappable components
Display
Size5.65"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~427 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM632 Snapdragon 632 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Silver)
GPUAdreno 506
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/4.0"
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3040 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3040 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions158 x 71.8 x 9.9 mm (6.22 x 2.83 x 0.39 in)
Weight189 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 13
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass