iPhone 5c
Apple's 2013 polycarbonate experiment — the colourful, cheaper iPhone.
The iPhone 5c is a legacy Apple smartphone released Sep 2013, with a launch price of $549 (launch). It pairs the Apple A6 with a 4.0" IPS LCD display, a 8 MP · f/2.4 main camera and a 1,510 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 55/100 — The colourful budget iPhone. Standout strengths: five colourful polycarbonate finishes — distinctive even today. and same a6 chip as the iphone 5. Main trade-off: discontinued — last update was ios 10.3.4 in 2019.
The colourful budget iPhone.
iPhone 5c was Apple's one attempt at a mainstream "cheaper" iPhone before the SE line — a polycarbonate-bodied iPhone 5 in five colours. Commercially it underwhelmed (buyers stretched to the 5s), but it remains a design landmark and a collector favourite.
Read the full review- Five colourful polycarbonate finishes — distinctive even today.
- Same A6 chip as the iPhone 5.
- Reinforced unibody is durable.
- Reached iOS 10 — long support for the era.
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How the iPhone 5c compares
| iPhone 5c | HMD Pulse Pro | iPhone 6s Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 55 | 55 | 54 |
| Chipset | Apple A6 | UNISOC T606 | Apple A9 |
| Display | 4.0" IPS LCD | 6.65" HD+ LCD 90 Hz | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 8 MP · f/2.4 | 50 MP · f/1.8 | 12 MP · f/2.2 |
| Battery | 1,510 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 2,750 mAh |
| Launch price | $549 (launch) | $179 | $749 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the iPhone 5c released?
The iPhone 5c was released in Sep 2013.
How much does the iPhone 5c cost?
The iPhone 5c launched at $549 (launch) (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the iPhone 5c screen size and type?
The iPhone 5c has a 4.0" IPS LCD display.
What chipset does the iPhone 5c use?
The iPhone 5c is powered by the Apple A6 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPhone 5c have?
The iPhone 5c ships with 1 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPhone 5c battery capacity?
The iPhone 5c has a 1,510 mAh battery.
How fast does the iPhone 5c charge?
The iPhone 5c supports 5 W (Lightning) wired charging.
What is the iPhone 5c main camera?
The iPhone 5c has a 8 MP · f/2.4 main camera.
How much does the iPhone 5c weigh?
The iPhone 5c weighs 132 g.
What colours does the iPhone 5c come in?
The iPhone 5c is available in 5 colours: Blue, Green, Pink, Yellow, White.
Is the iPhone 5c worth buying?
iPhone 5c was Apple's one attempt at a mainstream "cheaper" iPhone before the SE line — a polycarbonate-bodied iPhone 5 in five colours. Commercially it underwhelmed (buyers stretched to the 5s), but it remains a design landmark and a collector favourite. SpecEagle gives the iPhone 5c an editorial score of 55/100.
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