Apple iPhone 4s
The Apple iPhone 4s is a budget-focused device, powered by the Apple A5 (45 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2011).
2011 · Lower-mid-range · iOS 5ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size3.5" · 115.2 x 58.6 x 9.3 mm (4.54 x 2.31 x 0.37 in)
ChipsetApple A5 (45 nm)
RAM512MB
Storage16GB | 32GB | 64GB | 8GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓3.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 140g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,432 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Apple A5 (45 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2011, October 04. Released 2011, October 14
Also Known As
CDMA available only if sold and activated for use on a CDMA network
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Apple A5 (45 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
OS
iOS 5, upgradable to iOS 9.3.6
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
330 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass, oleophobic coating
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,432 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 1432 mAh, non-removable (5.3 Wh)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
140g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
115.2 x 58.6 x 9.3 mm (4.54 x 2.31 x 0.37 in)
Build
Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back, stainless steel frame
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Apple iPhone 4s does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO.
No, the Apple iPhone 4s does not support a memory card.
The Apple iPhone 4s SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the Apple iPhone 4s has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Apple iPhone 4s uses 2.0.
The Apple iPhone 4s supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
The Apple iPhone 4s has 4.0, A2DP, LE.
