Apple iPhone 5s
The Apple iPhone 5s is a budget-focused device, powered by the Apple A7 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Lower-mid-range · iOS 7ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4" · 123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm (4.87 x 2.31 x 0.30 in)
ChipsetApple A7 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage16GB | 32GB | 64GB
Main Camera8 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓4" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 112g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,560 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Apple A7 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2013, September 10. Released 2013, September 20
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Apple A7 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.3 GHz Cyclone (ARM v8-based)
GPU
PowerVR G6430 (quad-core graphics)
OS
iOS 7, upgradable to iOS 12.5.8
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
326 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
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR
Selfie Features
face detection, HDR, FaceTime over Wi-Fi or Cellular
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,560 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 1560 mAh, non-removable (5.92 Wh)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
112g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm (4.87 x 2.31 x 0.30 in)
Build
Glass front (Corning-made glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors
Space Gray, White/Silver, Gold
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all models
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - A1533 (GSM), A1453
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Apple iPhone 5s does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE.
No, the Apple iPhone 5s does not have NFC.
No, the Apple iPhone 5s does not support a memory card.
The Apple iPhone 5s SIM configuration: Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Apple iPhone 5s has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Apple iPhone 5s uses Lightning, USB 2.0.
The Apple iPhone 5s supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot.
The Apple iPhone 5s has 4.0, A2DP.
