Water Resistance |
Protected against accidental water splashes, rain, and short-term water exposure during daily use. | IP68 certified protection against accidental splashes, rain, and water immersion up to 6 meters for 30 minutes. |
Weight |
164 grams, making it lightweight and comfortable for one-hand use. | 189 grams, offering a solid yet well-balanced premium feel in hand. |
Thickness |
7.4 mm, offering a slim and modern profile. | 7.4 mm, providing a slim and refined profile. |
Width |
71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Height |
146.7 mm | 146.7 mm |
Volume |
Approximately 77 cubic centimeters. | Approximately 78 cubic centimeters. |
Ingress Protection (IP) Rating |
IP68 certified, providing dust-tight protection and water resistance up to 6 meters for 30 minutes. | IP68 dust-tight and water-resistant up to 6 meters for 30 minutes. |
Has Rugged Build |
No official military-grade certification; durability enhanced by aluminum frame and Ceramic Shield glass. | No official military-grade certification; durability is enhanced by stainless steel frame and Ceramic Shield glass. |
Lowest Operating Temperature |
0°C recommended operating temperature. | 0°C recommended operating temperature. |
Maximum Operating Temperature |
35°C recommended operating temperature. | 35°C recommended operating temperature. |
Can Be Folded |
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Has Physical QWERTY Keyboard |
Screen Size |
6.1 inches. | 6.1 inches. |
Screen Resolution |
1170 x 2532 pixels. | 1170 x 2532 pixels. |
Pixel Density (PPI) |
Approximately 460 pixels per inch, ensuring crisp text and detailed visuals. | Approximately 460 pixels per inch, delivering sharp text and detailed visuals. |
Display Technology |
Super Retina XDR OLED display. | Super Retina XDR OLED display technology. |
Refresh Rate |
60Hz refresh rate. | 60Hz standard refresh rate. |
HDR Support |
Wide P3 color gamut with HDR10 and Dolby Vision support for accurate colors and deep contrast. | Wide P3 color gamut with HDR10 and Dolby Vision support for enhanced contrast and color accuracy. |
Peak Brightness |
Up to 625 nits typical brightness and up to 1200 nits peak brightness for HDR content. | Up to 800 nits typical brightness and up to 1200 nits peak brightness for HDR content. |
Always-On Display |
Not available. | |
Corning Gorilla Glass |
Ceramic Shield front glass for improved drop resistance. | Ceramic Shield front glass offering improved scratch and drop resistance. |
Touch Sampling Rate |
Fast and responsive touch input optimized for smooth scrolling and gestures. | Highly responsive touch input optimized for smooth daily interactions. |
Processor (CPU) |
Apple A14 Bionic chipset built on a 5nm process. | Apple A14 Bionic chipset built on a 5nm manufacturing process. |
CPU Cores |
6-core CPU with 2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores. | 6-core CPU consisting of 2 high-performance cores and 4 efficiency cores. |
GPU (Graphics) |
4-core Apple-designed GPU. | 4-core Apple-designed GPU. |
RAM |
4 GB RAM. | 6 GB RAM for smooth multitasking and app performance. |
Internal Storage |
64 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB internal storage options. | 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB internal storage options. |
Expandable Storage |
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AnTuTu Benchmark Score |
Flagship-level performance suitable for gaming, multitasking, and 4K video recording. | Flagship-level performance capable of handling intensive gaming, photography, and 4K video editing. |
Cooling System |
Efficient thermal management maintains stable performance during prolonged use. | Efficient thermal management ensures stable performance during extended usage. |
Rear Camera Megapixels |
12 MP wide camera with optical image stabilization. | 12 MP primary wide camera with optical image stabilization. |
Number of Rear Cameras |
Dual rear camera system. | Triple rear camera system. |
Ultra-Wide Camera |
Yes, ultra-wide lens included. | Yes, an ultra-wide lens is included. |
Telephoto/Zoom Camera |
Digital zoom up to 5x. | Yes, telephoto lens with up to 2x optical zoom. |
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) |
Optical image stabilization on the main camera. | Optical image stabilization for sharper photos and smoother videos. |
Night Mode |
Strong low-light photography supported by Night Mode on both rear cameras. | Excellent low-light performance supported by Night Mode and LiDAR-based depth sensing. |
Video Recording Resolution |
4K video recording at up to 60 frames per second with HDR. | 4K video recording at up to 60 frames per second with HDR and Dolby Vision support. |
Front Camera Megapixels |
12 MP TrueDepth front camera. | 12 MP TrueDepth front-facing camera. |
Front Camera Video Resolution |
4K video recording with HDR support. | 4K video recording with HDR support on the front camera. |
HDR Photography |
Smart HDR 3 improves color accuracy, highlights, and image detail. | Smart HDR 3 enhances detail, color accuracy, and dynamic range in photos. |
Operating System |
iOS operating system. | iOS operating system. |
OS Version |
Originally launched with iOS 14 and upgradeable to newer iOS versions. | Originally launched with iOS 14 and upgradeable to newer iOS versions. |
Custom UI/Skin |
Apple iOS default user interface. | Apple iOS default user interface. |
Guaranteed OS Updates |
Approximately 5–6 years of major iOS updates. | Approximately 5–6 years of major iOS software updates. |
Security Updates |
Regular and long-term security updates provided directly by Apple. | Regular and timely security patches provided directly by Apple. |
Battery Capacity |
Approximately 2815 mAh battery capacity. | Approximately 2815 mAh battery capacity. |
Fast Charging |
Supports up to 20W fast charging with compatible adapter. | Supports up to 20W fast charging, achieving around 50% charge in 30 minutes. |
Wireless Charging |
Supports MagSafe and Qi wireless charging. | Supports MagSafe and Qi wireless charging standards. |
Reverse Wireless Charging |
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Battery Type |
Lithium-ion battery technology. | Lithium-ion battery technology. |
Removable Battery |
No, battery replacement requires authorized service. | No, battery replacement available only through authorized service centers. |
Stereo Speakers |
Stereo speakers with balanced sound output. | Stereo speaker system delivering balanced and immersive sound output. |
3.5mm Headphone Jack |
No 3.5mm headphone jack; audio via Lightning adapter. | No 3.5mm headphone jack; audio supported via Lightning adapter. |
Hi-Res Audio |
Dolby Atmos supported for immersive sound experience. | High-quality audio output with Dolby Atmos support. |
Dolby Atmos |
Yes, supported with compatible headphones. | Yes, spatial audio is supported with compatible accessories. |
Active Noise Cancellation |
Advanced microphone noise cancellation for clearer calls. | Advanced microphone noise reduction for clearer voice calls. |
5G Support |
Yes, supports 5G networks for faster data speeds. | Yes, supports 5G sub-6GHz and mmWave in supported regions. |
WiFi 6/6E |
Wi-Fi 6 support for improved speed and stability. | Wi-Fi 6 for faster speeds and improved network stability. |
Bluetooth Version |
Bluetooth 5.0. | Bluetooth 5.0. |
NFC |
NFC enabled for Apple Pay and secure transactions. | NFC enabled for Apple Pay and contactless transactions. |
USB Type |
Lightning port. | Lightning port. |
Fingerprint Sensor |
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Face Unlock |
Face ID facial recognition system. | Face ID facial recognition technology. |
Dual SIM |
Dual SIM support via nano-SIM and eSIM. | Dual SIM support via nano-SIM and eSIM. |
IR Blaster |
Not supported. | |
GPS |
Supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and BeiDou. | Supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS for accurate location tracking. |