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Apple iPhone 5

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User ratings:
38
4.2 out of 5
38 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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4.4 out of 5
19 user ratings
5 stars
57 %
4 stars
42 %
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Pros

  • The screen is evenly lit and viewing angles are excellent
  • Shots are bright
  • vibrant and very detailed

Cons

  • lose some of the pocketability of the iPhone 5
  • Maps has currently taken a step backwards
  • it's a bit limited in the UK

Key specs

  • 8 Mpx
  • 4 in
  • 1136, 640 px
  • IPS TFT
  • 326 ppi
  • 1440 mAh
  • Dual-core
  • 1.2 Mpx

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Apple iPhone 5 - Variants

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    • 64 GB
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iPhone 5 16GB
Internal storage:
  • 16 GB
iPhone 5 32GB
Internal storage:
  • 32 GB
iPhone 5 64GB
Internal storage:
  • 64 GB

Apple iPhone 5 - Pros & Cons

Apple iPhone 5

Pros

  • The screen is evenly lit and viewing angles are excellent
  • Shots are bright
  • vibrant and very detailed
  • lot more vibrant
  • with more pleasing colours
  • quality is generally excellent
  • Web browsing in general is very quick
  • slimmer
  • lighter and better looking than
  • s also superb quality
  • excellent

Cons

  • lose some of the pocketability of the iPhone 5
  • Maps has currently taken a step backwards
  • it's a bit limited in the UK
  • the regular iPhone 5 is seemingly impossible to find brand-new
  • no Tottenham Court Road station)
  • sits above the earpiece rather than off to the side
  • one is not included in the box
  • the glass back is slippery but
  • iPhone 5 almost feeling a bit too light at first
  • screen it has simply made the existing one a bit taller
  • the Samsung Galaxy S 2

Apple iPhone 5 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
4 in
Best:
Asus FonePad 8
Screen size: 8 in
IconBattery capacity
1440 mAh
Best:
Doogee BL12000
Battery capacity: 12000 mAh
IconPixel density
326 ppi
Best:
Sony Xperia Z6
Pixel density: 891 ppi
IconCPU clock speed
1.3 GHz
Best:
Motorola Moto G100
CPU clock speed: 3.2 GHz

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Apple iPhone 5 - Full Specifications

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Hardware
Operating systemApple iOS 10
CPU clock speed1.3 GHz
CPU coresDual-core
CPU modelApple A6 APL0598
GPU modelPowerVR SGX543
RAM memory1 GB
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Rear camera
Primary sensor size1/3.2"
Primary sensor resolution8.0 Mpx
Video recordingyes
Highest video resolution1920 x 1080 px
Maximum FPS at the highest resolution30.0 fps
Maximum FPS (regardless of res.)30.0 fps
Max resolution (highest frame rate)1920 x 1080 px
Autofocusyes
Digital Image Stabilizationyes
Digital zoomyes
Face detectionyes
Geo-taggingyes
HDR Captureyes
LED Flashyes
Panoramayes
Touch focusyes
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Storage
Internal storage
  • 16 GB
  • 32 GB
  • 64 GB
Memory card readerno
Types of memory card supportedNo memory slot
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Dimensions
Height4.87 in
Width2.31 in
Depth0.3 in
Weight3.95 oz
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Connectivity
Dual sim supportno
Sim card sizeNano-SIM
DLNA certifiedyes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version4.0
Bluetooth profileA2DP
Bluetooth codec
  • AAC
  • SBC
NFCno
Charging connectionLightning
Headphone connection3.5 mm
Video outputManufacturer specific
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Battery
Replaceable batteryno
Battery typeLithium Polymer
Battery capacity1440.0 mAh
Standby time225.0 h
Talk time8.0 h
Fast chargingno
Wireless charging no
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Display
Screen size4.0 in
Touchscreenyes
Number of colors16.7M
Panel typeLCD
Resolution1136 x 640 px
TechnologyIPS TFT
Pixel density326.0 ppi
Dual screen supportyes
Scratch resistant displayyes
HDRno
Multi touchyes
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Front camera
Primary resolution1.2 Mpx
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Grey
  • Silver
  • White
Material
  • Aluminum
  • Glass
Water resistantno
Shock resistantno
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Sensors
Accelerometeryes
Proximityyes
Digital compassyes
Ambient light sensoryes
Gyroscopeyes
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Cellular
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Wireless networking standard
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
Data transmissionHSPA+
Navigation systemGLONASS
2G GSMyes
GSM frequencies
  • 850 MHz
  • 900 MHz
  • 1800 MHz
  • 1900 MHz
3G UMTSyes
UMTS frequences
  • 850 MHz
  • 900 MHz
  • 1900 MHz
  • 2100 MHz
CDMA frequences
  • 800 MHz
  • 1900 MHz
  • 2100 MHz
4G LTEyes
LTE frequenciesRegional
Mobile hotspotyes

Apple iPhone 5 - Q&A (10)

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    chauncey
    about 2 years ago
    Is The Apple iPhone 5 still supported?
    kendall_padberg
    about 2 years ago
    Apple ended software support for the Apple iPhone 5, as it was discontinued.
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  • 0
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    shaquita.mante
    about 2 years ago
    Does The Apple iPhone 5 Support 5G?
    ursula
    about 2 years ago
    No, Apple iPhone 5 does not support 5G, but it supports 4G LTE.
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    arlean_braun
    about 2 years ago
    Does The Apple iPhone 5 have apple Pay?
    luvenia_okeefe
    about 2 years ago
    You can use Apple Pay with an Apple iPhone 5.
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  • 0
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    ahmad
    about 2 years ago
    What is Apple iPhone 5 price in USA?
    margery_dietrich
    about 2 years ago
    The lowest price of The Apple iPhone 5 cost is $ 154 in the United States.
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  • 0
    Votes
    pamala
    about 2 years ago
    Does Apple Watch work with Apple iPhone 5?
    von_reynolds
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, most Apple Watches will work with an Apple iPhone 5. However, you may need to upgrade the software.
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  • 0
    Votes
    todd_gutkowski
    about 2 years ago
    Is Apple discontinued down the Apple iPhone 5?
    cory
    about 2 years ago
    Apple iPhone 5 ended software support for the iPhone 5 in 2017.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    beau.beer
    about 2 years ago
    Does the Apple iPhone 5 Supports NFC?
    joan2a
    about 2 years ago
    Apple did not include NFC on the Apple iPhone 5. NFC (Near Field Communication) allows you to "tap to pay".
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    lyn.hagenes
    about 2 years ago
    Does The Apple iPhone 5 have FaceTime?
    lyn.hagenes
    about 2 years ago
    No, there is no Facetime app on the Apple iPhone 5.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    chi_dubuque
    about 2 years ago
    Does Apple iPhone 5 have 4G network?
    maryann.sauer
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, The Apple iPhone 5 can use a 4G network.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    luciano.lehner
    about 2 years ago
    How do I fix my Apple iPhone 5 stuck on the Apple logo?
    troy
    about 2 years ago
    Restart your Apple iPhone 5 by pressing and holding the Side button and the Volume Down button at the same time. Wait for a few seconds until the phone reboots.
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Apple iPhone 5 Apple - Editorial Reviews (28)

4.4
Based on 28 reviews
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Apple iPhone 5 iPhone 5c Review: DO NOT Buy Until You've Read This...
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Know Your Mobile
Published: 18.08.2021
iPhone 5c Review: DO NOT Buy Until You've Read This...

The iPhone 5c is now a rather old iPhone and not really worth buying in 2020 – even second hand. If you want a small iPhone, you need to look elsewhere... Is The iPhone 5C Worth Buying In 2021? The short answer to this question is an emphatic NO – the iPhone 5c is not worth buying in 2021. And the reason is simple: it is underpowered and no longer supported by Apple which means it does not get iOS updates anymore. 8 years is a LONG time in the world of mobile phones. In fact, it’s practically ancient history. For

Apple iPhone 5 Apple iPhone 5 Camera Review
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DPReview
Published: 09.10.2012
Apple iPhone 5 Camera Review
4.0

The iPhone 5, Apple's latest model, brings a larger screen, faster processor and redesigned camera compared to its predecessor. Read our full review to find out how its camera performs.

Apple iPhone 5 iPhone 5 review | IT PRO
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IT PRO
Published: 15.03.2016
iPhone 5 review | IT PRO
5.0

Updated: The most beautiful and powerful iOS device to date, the iPhone 5 packs a gorgeous 4in screen and dual-core power.

Apple iPhone 5 The iPhone 5 Review
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anandtech.com
Published: 16.10.2012
The iPhone 5 Review
Apple iPhone 5 Home review
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whathifi
Published: 27.09.2012
Home review
5.0

Faster, lighter, bigger, better: iPhone 5 is the best iPhone yet

Apple iPhone 5 Apple iPhone 5 review: Finally, the iPhone we've always wanted
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CNET
Published: 09.09.2014
Apple iPhone 5 review: Finally, the iPhone we've always wanted
4.5

CNET editor Scott Stein got his hands on the new iPhone 5. Read his full editorial iPhone 5 review and rating on CNET.

Apple iPhone 5 Apple iPhone 5 review: Abandoned following iOS 10.3.3
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Expert Reviews
Published: 28.05.2014
Apple iPhone 5 review: Abandoned following iOS 10.3.3
5.0

Despite Apple ceasing software support, the iPhone 5 remains a great phone, and it's a better one than the 5C that replaced it

Apple iPhone 5 iPhone 5
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Trusted Reviews
Published: 21.09.2012
iPhone 5
4.0

iPhone 5 review: Is the iPhone 5 all it's cracked up to be? Does it still rule the roost? Read the definitive review.

Apple iPhone 5 iPhone 5 review
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The Verge
Published: 21.09.2012
iPhone 5 review
4.4

Apple's latest smartphone gets a bigger screen, LTE, and more power — but does it keep the crown?

Apple iPhone 5 Apple iPhone SE Review
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PCMAG
Published: 29.03.2016
Apple iPhone SE Review
4.0

The Apple iPhone SE is the best choice if you're looking for a small, but powerful smartphone.

Apple iPhone 5 Hands on: iPhone 5 review
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T3
Published: 19.09.2012
Hands on: iPhone 5 review
4.0

The Apple iPhone 5 thinner, lighter and faster than its predecessors

Apple iPhone 5 Hands on: iPhone 5 review
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T3
Published: 19.09.2012
Hands on: iPhone 5 review
4.0

The Apple iPhone 5 thinner, lighter and faster than its predecessors

Apple iPhone 5 iPhone 5 review
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TechRadar
Published: 03.06.2016
iPhone 5 review
4.5

The iPhone 5 re-energized Apple's smartphone, but it's now long in the tooth

Apple iPhone 5 iPhone 5 review
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iMore
Published: 26.09.2012
iPhone 5 review

The iPhone 5 was, is, and remains inevitable. An iPhone, new to be certain, but still an iPhone. Some say this is a sign Apple has lost their drive for innovation. Others, a sign Apple has kept their sense of focus. Both are facets of a single truth -- that through craft something is revolutionized, refined, and one day, replaced. The question then becomes, where is the iPhone 5 along...

Apple iPhone 5 Review: Apple iPhone 5
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WIRED
Published: 26.09.2012
Review: Apple iPhone 5
4.5

My iPhone 5 didn't go through any extra inspection processes. It wasn't pampered or given any special treatment. I've tested exactly the same hardware you would get, straight out of the box. And let me tell you, it's a gem.

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