| Name | Fairphone 5 | Fairphone 3 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $699 | $469 |
| Released | Aug 2023 | Sep 2020 |
| Availability | Available | Discontinued |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 13 | Android 10 |
| Latest OS update? | Android 14 | Android 13 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | OLED | IPS LCD |
| Display size (inch) | 6.46″ | 5.65″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2700×1224 | 2160×1080 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 20:9 | 18:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 459 PPI | 427 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Refresh rate (max) | 90 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Qualcomm QCM6490 | Snapdragon 632 |
| GPU | Adreno 643 | Adreno 506 |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 8-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 2.7 GHz | 1.8 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 6 GB | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 128 | 256 | 64 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 50 MP | 48 MP |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | ❌ |
| Telephoto | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ToF 3D | ❌ |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 30 fps | ❌ |
| 1080p video? | 30/60/120 fps | 30 fps |
| Other resolutions? | 720p@240 fps | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 50 MP wide | 16 MP wide |
| Secondary | ❌ | ❌ |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face unlock | ❌ |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | 30 fps | ❌ |
| 1080p selfie video? | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 3.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 4200 mAh | 3040 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 30 W | ? W |
| Wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 1.0 (mono) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP55 | ❌ |
| Screen material | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Plastic |
| Back material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Punch hole | Above screen |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Side-mounted | Rear-mounted |
| Special design features? | Modular; replace battery, cams, ports | Modular; replace battery, cam, ports, speaker |
| Color options: | Matte Black, Sky Blue, Transparent | Black |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 16.16×7.58×0.96 | 15.80×7.18×0.99 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.36×2.98×0.38 | 6.22×2.83×0.39 |
| Weight (gram): | 212 | 189 |
| Weight (oz): | 7.48 | 6.67 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | ❌ | Screwdriver |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | FP5 | FP3 |
| User guide / manual | Quick start guide | Quick start guide |
| Official site link: | Fairphone.com | Fairphone.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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