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Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,190RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP

Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB)
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

90%

7.8

Technical score

10%

9.1

User score

â–²Better than 84% of smartphones
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

4.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 88%
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

25%

8.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

8.6

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

9.5

Software

10%

8.7

Connectivity

4%

2.3

Audio

3%

8.2

Design

â–²Better than 81%
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

9.1

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 94%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components:

25%

8.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

8.6

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

9.5

Software

10%

8.7

Connectivity

4%

2.3

Audio

3%

8.2

Design

7.8
User score
User score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

9.1

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.1
Popularity
Popularity
9.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 86% of models
Popularity:
Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 9 points, which is higher than 85.7% of smartphones.
9.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

4.2

Price

6.8
Brand name
Apple
Processor model
Apple A19 Pro
This smartphone uses the Apple A19 Pro processor which is faster than processors in 99.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
1 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 94.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
4.26 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 4.26 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 95.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
iOS
This smartphone uses the iOS operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
iOS 26
Android version
N/A
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
?
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP which is lower than that of 82% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.6
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.6 which is wider than that of 90.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
it has only one main rear camera
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
0
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 0 SIM slots, which is fewer than in 99.9% of smartphones and equal to the number in 0.1% of smartphones.
2 eSIMs (worldwide models are eSIM-only)
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.5 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 80% of smartphones and equal to those of 3.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1260x 2736 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1260x2736 px which is higher than that of 81.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
460 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 88.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
3,149 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,149 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 96.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
20 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 20 W which is slower than in 74.3% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.5% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
capped at 20W wired
GSMArena full wired charge time
96 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 96 min which is slower than 82.6% of smartphones and equal to the time of 1% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
156.2 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 156.2 mm which is shorter than 90% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
74.7 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.7 mm which is narrower than 74.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
5.6 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 5.6 mm which is thinner than 98.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
165 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 165 g which is lighter than 95.4% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
57,720 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 57,720 cm³ which is smaller than 99.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 3.9x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (3,674 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    3,674 vs 942
  • 77.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (4.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    4.26 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Apple A19 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Apple A19 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Siri with onscreen awareness, Writing Tools, Image Playground, Genmoji, Live Translation, Call Summaries, Visual Intelligence
    agentic vs fundamental
  • 13.5% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPhone Air
    the average smartphone
    Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.08 vs 8.000).
    9.08 vs 8
  • 65.9% more popular
    Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.03 vs 5.4).
    9.03 vs 5.44
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 77.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (4.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    4.26 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 3.9x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (3,674 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    3,674 vs 942
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Apple A19 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Apple A19 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x4.26 GHz & 4x2.6 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x4.26 GHz & 4x2.6 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 5.15x higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (5,088 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    5,088 vs 988
  • 3x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (76.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    76.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 7.81x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (32000 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    32,000 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 3.43x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (4,211 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    4,211 vs 1,226
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    LPDDR5X
    5 vs 4
  • 2.43x more transistors
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (25000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone includes 10300 million transistors.
    25,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 2.83x higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (1,720 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    1,720 vs 608
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • 2.5x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (640 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    640 vs 256
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Siri with onscreen awareness, Writing Tools, Image Playground, Genmoji, Live Translation, Call Summaries, Visual Intelligence
    agentic vs fundamental
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This smartphone supports AirPlay, the average smartphone does not. 2.3% of smartphones are AirPlay compatible.
  • Supports Shareplay
    This smartphone supports SharePlay, the average smartphone does not. 2.1% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    1.9
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 17.5% higher DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (141 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    141 vs 120
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.6 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    it has only one main rear camera
    f/1.6 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (18 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    18 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (6 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    6.0 vs 5.2
  • Includes crash detection
    This smartphone features crash detection, the average smartphone does not. 5.7% of smartphones include automatic crash detection.
  • Supports satellite SOS
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Supports optical tracking
    This smartphone supports optical tracking, the average smartphone does not. 12.5% of smartphones include optical tracking.
  • Supports motion tracking
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • 2,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Ceramic Shield 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Ceramic Shield 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 16.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (460 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    460 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1260x2736 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1260x2736 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 104.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (998 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    998 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 6 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (6 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    6 m vs 0 m
  • 15.9% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (165 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    165 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.7 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (5.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    5.6 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 7.4 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (156.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    156.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.3 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    September 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 41% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (57720 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    57,720 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 37% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3149 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,149 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
    Apple only supports AAC and SBC natively
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 34 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (96 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    96 min vs 62 min
  • 0.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 4.58x more expensive
    Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,190 vs £260).
    £1,190 vs £260
  • 7.8% worse value for money
    Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.8 vs 7.3).
    6.8 vs 7.34
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This smartphone supports fewer CPU threads than the average smartphone (6 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    6 vs 8
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.0 vs 3.2
  • Supports older OpenCL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenCL version than the average smartphone (1.2 vs 2). The average smartphone supports OpenCL version 2.0.
    1.2 vs 2.0
  • Supports older OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL version 3.2.
    3.0 vs 3.2
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • Lacks multi-user mode
    User score
    9.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
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    Apple iPhone Air
    the average smartphone
    Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB) does not support multi-user mode, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones allow multiple user profiles.
  • No split-screen support
    This smartphone does not support split-screen, the average smartphone does. %^^ of smartphones allow split-screen multitasking.
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 2 fewer SIM slot/s
    This smartphone has fewer SIM slots than the average smartphone (0 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 SIM slots.
    2 eSIMs (worldwide models are eSIM-only)
    0 vs 2
  • No fingerprint scanner
    This smartphone does not have a fingerprint scanner, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones include a fingerprint scanner.
  • 0.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (120 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    120 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 37% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3149 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,149 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 34 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (96 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    96 min vs 62 min
  • No ultra power-saving mode
    This smartphone does not have an ultra power-saving mode, the average smartphone does. 93.8% of smartphones include ultra power-saving.
  • 39.4% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (20 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    20 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
    Apple only supports AAC and SBC natively
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    United States vs China

Video reviews

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digitec.ch
23/10/2025
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iPhone Air Review: Beauty Must Suffer
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spiegel.de
18/09/2025
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Apple's Generation 17 Reviewed: What the New iPhones Can Do
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20min.ch
30/09/2025
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iPhone Air Review: Slim, Fast, and with Surprising Drawbacks
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connect.de
12/11/2025
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iPhone Air review: Beautifully thin with little inside
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alza.at
20/10/2025
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iPhone Air: Beauty in Simplicity, Strength at the Core, Courage in the Detail
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macwelt.de
25/09/2025
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iPhone Air Review: The Most Exciting iPhone in Years
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galaxus.fr
23/10/2025
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iPhone Air review: you have to suffer to be beautiful
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phonandroid.com
30/09/2025
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Our complete review of Apple's iPhone Air - PhonAndroid
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clubic.com
29/09/2025
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Apple iPhone Air Review: A handsome newcomer ahead of its time
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frandroid.com
02/02/2026
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Apple iPhone Air review: our full verdict - Frandroid
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capital.fr
27/01/2026
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This iPhone is a gem in many ways, but don't buy it (here's why)
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nextpit.fr
18/10/2025
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iPhone Air Review: 5.64mm thick, but at what cost?
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capital.fr
14/10/2025
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iPhone Air Review: Crazy Elegance and Thinness at the Cost of Two Compromises
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iphon.fr
23/09/2025
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iPhone 17 vs. iPhone Air: Between revolution and tradition, which model to choose?
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rtl.fr
17/09/2025
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RTL tests the new iPhone 17 and iPhone Air
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macitynet.it
17/09/2025
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iPhone Air reviews: beautiful and ultra-light, but compromises come at a price
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tuttotech.net
29/09/2025
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iPhone Air Review: The Fine Line Between Innovation and Compromise
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corriere.it
18/09/2025
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iPhone Air: Slim is (Very) Beautiful – Review with Video
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tg24.sky.it
09/10/2025
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iPhone Air: ultra-thin and powerful, with a few compromises
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evosmart.it
08/10/2025
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iPhone Air Review: The iPhone nobody has experienced like this!
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB)

  • Ultra-slim 5.6mm profile and lightweight 165g titanium frame make it incredibly comfortable to hold and pocket.
  • Stunning 6.5-inch ProMotion OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and peak outdoor brightness up to 3,000 nits.
  • Fast everyday performance powered by the A19 Pro chip with 12GB of RAM.
  • High-quality main 48MP camera and a versatile 18MP Center Stage selfie camera for both portrait and landscape shots.
  • Strong durability with Ceramic Shield 2 glass and a reinforced titanium structure that resists bending.
  • Efficient Apple-designed C1x modem providing reliable cellular speeds for most domestic users.

What we don't like about Apple iPhone Air (12GB + 1TB)

  • Lack of camera versatility due to a single rear lens (no ultrawide or telephoto options).
  • Average battery life that often requires a mid-day top-up for power users or travelers.
  • Downgraded mono speaker system hidden in the earpiece lacks the depth and volume of stereo setups.
  • Thermal management issues; the thin chassis can get noticeably hot during gaming or heavy multitasking.
  • Slow data transfer and charging speeds restricted to USB 2.0 standards and 20W-30W wired charging.
  • eSIM-only design excludes users who prefer or require a physical SIM card slot.
  • High $999 starting price makes it a poor value proposition compared to the more feature-rich iPhone 17 Pro.

Verdict

The Apple iPhone Air is the thinnest iPhone ever made, measuring just 5.64mm thick and weighing 165g, featuring a 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with ProMotion 120Hz refresh rate and 3000 nits peak outdoor brightness. It is powered by the Apple A19 Pro chip (with a 5-core GPU) and includes 12GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage, running iOS 26 with new Apple Intelligence features. The main camera system is a capable 48MP Fusion lens (with 2x telephoto capabilities), complemented by an 18MP Center Stage front camera, with all models being eSIM-only worldwide. Key pros include its incredibly thin and light titanium design, the powerful A19 Pro chip, high-quality 120Hz display, and advanced camera features like next-generation portraits and 4K 60fps video recording. Primary cons include a single rear camera system with no ultra-wide lens or true optical zoom, mono speaker quality that is not as good as other models, average battery life that might require a supplemental MagSafe battery for heavy users, and slower 20W wireless charging speeds compared to its Pro siblings.

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