Overall Score
67.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#941)67.2
Performance(#689)70.8
Camera(#515)52.5
Display(#901)84.5
Battery(#2676)55.5
Build(#1910)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Fairphone 5
Short Review
- The Fairphone 5 features a robust design with dimensions of 161.6 x 75.8 x 9.6 mm and a weight of 212 grams, utilizing Gorilla Glass 5 for the front, an aluminum frame, and a plastic back.
- Its 6.46-inch OLED display offers a resolution of 1224 x 2700 pixels, a peak brightness of 880 nits, and a 90Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm QCM6490 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 128GB or 256GB of storage paired with 6GB or 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP wide lens, a 50 MP ultrawide lens, and a TOF 3D depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps and featuring optical image stabilization.
- The 4200 mAh battery supports 30W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 13, the device is upgradable to Android 14 and promises up to five major updates.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
- Special features include stereo speakers and a USB Type-C 3.0 port with DisplayPort support.
- The phone is available in Matte Black, Sky Blue, and Transparent colors.
- Overall, the Fairphone 5 emphasizes sustainability while delivering solid performance and features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, August 30
Announced2023, August 30
DescriptionModular phone with swappable components
Display
Size6.46"
TypeOLED, 90Hz, 880 nits (peak)
Resolution1224 x 2700 pixels (~459 ppi density)
PPI1224
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm QCM6490 (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.7 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 643
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.49", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS50 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/2.51", 0.7µm, PDAFTOF 3D, (depth)
Front Camera50 MP
Front Camera Details50 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.74µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@240fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4200 mAh, removable
Charging Details30W wired, 50% in 20 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions161.6 x 75.8 x 9.6 mm (6.36 x 2.98 x 0.38 in)
Weight212 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMatte Black, Sky Blue, Transparent
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (4CA), 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.0, OTG, DisplayPort
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 13, upgradable to Android 14, up to 5 major Android upgrades
OS VersionAndroid 13, upgradable to Android 14, up to 5 major Android upgrades
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo