| Name | Apple iPhone 3GS |
|---|---|
| Image |  |
| MSRP | $199 w/ contract |
| Released | Jun 2009 |
| Availability | Discontinued |
| Check price: | Amazon |
| Operating system | |
| Operating system (OS) | iOS 3 |
| Latest OS update? | iOS 6.1.6 |
| Display specifications | |
| Display type | TFT LCD |
| Display size (inch) | 3.5″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 480×320 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 13.5:9(3:2) |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 165 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | ❌ |
| Refresh rate (max) | 60 Hz |
| Hardware | |
| Chipset | Samsung S5L8920 |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX535 |
| CPU cores | 1-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 0.600 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 0.256 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 8 | 16 | 32 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | |
| Primary (wide) | 3 MP |
| Ultrawide | ❌ |
| Telephoto | ❌ |
| Optical zoom | ❌ |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ |
| Main camera features | |
| Photo HDR? | ❌ |
| Video HDR? | ❌ |
| 8K video? | ❌ |
| 4K video? | ❌ |
| 1080p video? | ❌ |
| Other resolutions? | 480p@30 fps |
| Selfie-camera layout | |
| Primary | ❌ |
| Secondary | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera features | |
| Face recognition? | ❌ |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ❌ |
| 4K selfie video? | ❌ |
| 1080p selfie video? | ❌ |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ |
| Connectivity | |
| SIM type? (physical) | Mini |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ |
| eSIM? | ❌ |
| Cellular networks | 3G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 3 |
| Bluetooth | 2.1 |
| NFC? | ❌ |
| Charging & data port | USB 2.0 dock connector |
| Battery, power & charging | |
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 1400 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 5 W |
| Wireless charging? | ❌ |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ |
| Audio | |
| Speakers | 1.0 (mono) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ✔ |
| Build & materials | |
| IP-Code | ❌ |
| Screen material | Gorilla Glass |
| Frame material | Plastic |
| Back material | Plastic |
| Layout & design | |
| Selfie camera placement? | NA |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ❌ |
| Special design features? | Home button, Ring/silent switch |
| Color options: | Black, White |
| Size & weight | |
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 11.55×6.21×1.23 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 4.55×2.44×0.48 |
| Weight (gram): | 135 |
| Weight (oz): | 4.76 |
| In the box | |
| Cables? | USB-A to dock |
| Charger? | USB-A |
| Adapters? | ❌ |
| Other | Earbuds, SIM tool, Apple stickers |
| More info | |
| Model numbers | A1325, A1303 |
| User guide / manual | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Apple.com |
| Check price & reviews | |
| See price and reviews: | Amazon |
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