| Name | Fairphone 1 | Fairphone 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Image | ![]() |
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| MSRP | $325 | $449 |
| Released | Dec 2013 | Sep 2019 |
| Availability | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 4.2.2 | Android 9 |
| Latest OS update? | - | Android 13 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Display size (inch) | 4.3″ | 5.65″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 906×540 | 2160×1080 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 16:9 | 18:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 256 PPI | 427 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Refresh rate (max) | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6589 | Snapdragon 632 |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX544MP | Adreno 506 |
| CPU cores | 4-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 1.2 GHz | 1.8 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 1 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 16 | 64 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 8 MP | 12 MP |
| Ultrawide | ❌ | ❌ |
| Telephoto | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 1080p video? | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ? | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 1.3 MP wide | 8 MP wide |
| Secondary | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K selfie video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 1080p selfie video? | ❌ | 30 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ? | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Mini | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ✔ | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Cellular networks | 3G | 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 3 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 3.0 | 5.0 |
| NFC? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | Micro-USB | USB-C 2.0 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 2000 mAh | 3040 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | ? W | ? W |
| Wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 1.0 (mono) | 1.0 (mono) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | ❌ | ❌ |
| Screen material | Dragontrail Glass | Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Frame material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Back material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Above screen | Above screen |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ❌ | Rear-mounted |
| Special design features? | Replaceable battery | Modular; replace battery, cam, ports, speaker |
| Color options: | Silver | Black |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 12.60×6.45×1.00 | 15.80×7.18×0.99 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 4.96×2.54×0.39 | 6.22×2.83×0.39 |
| Weight (gram): | 163 | 189 |
| Weight (oz): | 5.75 | 6.67 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | ❌ | Screwdriver |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | FP1 | FP3 |
| User guide / manual | Not available | Quick start guide |
| Official site link: | Fairphone.com | Fairphone.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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