Overall Score
62.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#1982)62.2
Performance(#688)70.8
Camera(#667)52.4
Display(#3322)70.5
Battery(#4468)43.5
Build(#2274)72.8
Comparisons Featuring Fairphone 4
Short Review
- The Fairphone 4 features a robust design with dimensions of 162 x 75.5 x 10.5 mm and a weight of 225g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 5 on the front, an aluminum frame, and a plastic back.
- Its 6.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 409 ppi, but lacks HDR support and is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and Adreno 619 GPU, ensuring smooth performance with options for 128GB or 256GB storage paired with 6GB or 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system is impressive, featuring a dual 48 MP rear setup with optical image stabilization and a 25 MP front camera, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- The 3905mAh battery supports 20W charging but does not offer wireless charging.
- Running on Android 11, the Fairphone 4 is set for upgrades up to Android 15, emphasizing longevity in software support.
- Connectivity options include 5G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC, enhancing versatility.
- It lacks a headphone jack and stereo speakers, focusing instead on a minimalist design.
- Available in Gray, Green, and Speckled Green, the Fairphone 4 combines ethical manufacturing with practical specifications.
- Overall, it stands out for its sustainable approach while delivering solid performance across key features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, September 30
Announced2021, September 30
DescriptionModular phone with swappable components
Display
Size6.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570)
GPUAdreno 619
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS48 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAFTOF 3D, (depth)
Front Camera25 MP
Front Camera Details25 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.78", 0.9µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3905 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3905 mAh, removable
Charging Details20W wired, 50% in 30 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions162 x 75.5 x 10.5 mm (6.38 x 2.97 x 0.41 in)
Weight225 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGray, Green, Speckled Green
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G 2.3 Gbps DL
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.0, OTG, DisplayPort
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, planned upgrade to Android 15
OS VersionAndroid 11, planned upgrade to Android 15
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo