iPhone 5s
The first 64-bit phone — and the debut of Touch ID.
The iPhone 5s is a flagship Apple smartphone released Sep 2013, with a launch price of $649. It pairs the Apple A7 with a 4.0" LCD 60 Hz display, a 8 MP · f/2.2 main camera and a 1,560 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 38/100 — A landmark 2013 iPhone — Touch ID and 64-bit computing began here. Standout strengths: first 64-bit smartphone chip (apple a7). and introduced touch id fingerprint sensing. Main trade-off: tiny 4-inch low-res display by modern standards.
A landmark 2013 iPhone — Touch ID and 64-bit computing began here.
The iPhone 5s introduced Touch ID and the first 64-bit mobile chip. It is a historically important device and, today, a collector’s item.
Read the full review- First 64-bit smartphone chip (Apple A7).
- Introduced Touch ID fingerprint sensing.
- Genuinely pocketable 4-inch design.
- Aluminium build, light at 112 g.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the iPhone 5s released?
The iPhone 5s was released in Sep 2013.
How much does the iPhone 5s cost?
The iPhone 5s 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 iPhone 5s screen size and type?
The iPhone 5s has a 4.0" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the iPhone 5s use?
The iPhone 5s is powered by the Apple A7 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPhone 5s have?
The iPhone 5s ships with 1 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPhone 5s battery capacity?
The iPhone 5s has a 1,560 mAh battery.
How fast does the iPhone 5s charge?
The iPhone 5s supports Up to ~5 W (Lightning) wired charging.
Does the iPhone 5s have wireless charging?
The iPhone 5s does not support wireless charging.
What is the iPhone 5s main camera?
The iPhone 5s has a 8 MP · f/2.2 main camera.
Does the iPhone 5s have 5G?
The iPhone 5s does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the iPhone 5s waterproof?
The iPhone 5s has no official ingress-protection rating.
How much does the iPhone 5s weigh?
The iPhone 5s weighs 112 g.
What colours does the iPhone 5s come in?
The iPhone 5s is available in 3 colours: Space Gray, Silver, Gold.
Is the iPhone 5s worth buying?
The iPhone 5s introduced Touch ID and the first 64-bit mobile chip. It is a historically important device and, today, a collector’s item. SpecEagle gives the iPhone 5s an editorial score of 38/100.
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