Fairphone 4
The repairable, ethical 5G phone that promised support into 2027.
The Fairphone 4 is a mid-range Fairphone smartphone released Oct 2021, with a launch price of $649. It pairs the Snapdragon 750G with a 6.3" LCD 60 Hz display, a 48 MP · OIS main camera and a 3,905 mAh · swappable battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 64/100 — The conscience phone, first generation of 5G. Standout strengths: fully diy-repairable with a swappable battery. and ethical, fair-labour, recycled-material supply chain. Main trade-off: 60 hz lcd and snapdragon 750g feel dated for $649.
The conscience phone, first generation of 5G.
Fairphone 4 was the proof that a fully repairable, ethically sourced phone could still do 5G and last for years — with a swappable battery and support promised into 2027. On raw specs the 60 Hz LCD and 750G were ordinary even in 2021; as with every Fairphone, the values are the product and the benchmarks come second.
Read the full review- Fully DIY-repairable with a swappable battery.
- Ethical, fair-labour, recycled-material supply chain.
- 5-year warranty, support targeted to 2027.
- 5G with dual 48 MP cameras.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Fairphone 4 compares
| Fairphone 4 | Galaxy S8 | Fairphone 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 64 | 64 | 70 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 750G | SD 835 | Qualcomm QCM6490 |
| Display | 6.3" LCD 60 Hz | 5.8" QHD+ AMOLED | 6.46" pOLED 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 48 MP · OIS | 12 MP · f/1.7 | 50 MP · f/1.88 OIS |
| Battery | 3,905 mAh · swappable | 3,000 mAh | 4,200 mAh (user-replaceable) |
| Launch price | $649 | $720 | €699 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Fairphone 4 released?
The Fairphone 4 was released in Oct 2021.
How much does the Fairphone 4 cost?
The Fairphone 4 launched at $649 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Fairphone 4 screen size and type?
The Fairphone 4 has a 6.3" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Fairphone 4 use?
The Fairphone 4 is powered by the Snapdragon 750G chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Fairphone 4 have?
The Fairphone 4 ships with 6 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Fairphone 4 battery capacity?
The Fairphone 4 has a 3,905 mAh · swappable battery.
How fast does the Fairphone 4 charge?
The Fairphone 4 supports 20 W (no charger in box) wired charging.
What is the Fairphone 4 main camera?
The Fairphone 4 has a 48 MP · OIS main camera.
Does the Fairphone 4 have a headphone jack?
The Fairphone 4 does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Fairphone 4 get software updates?
The Fairphone 4 update policy: 5 OS + support targeted to 2027.
How much does the Fairphone 4 weigh?
The Fairphone 4 weighs 225 g.
What colours does the Fairphone 4 come in?
The Fairphone 4 is available in 3 colours: Grey, Green, Speckled Green.
Is the Fairphone 4 worth buying?
Fairphone 4 was the proof that a fully repairable, ethically sourced phone could still do 5G and last for years — with a swappable battery and support promised into 2027. On raw specs the 60 Hz LCD and 750G were ordinary even in 2021; as with every Fairphone, the values are the product and the benchmarks come second. SpecEagle gives the Fairphone 4 an editorial score of 64/100.
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