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Apple iPhone 3G (8GB) vs Fairphone 6

Side by side comparison between Apple iPhone 3G vs Fairphone 6 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Fairphone 6 X Apple iPhone 3G (8GB) 02Points
Apple iPhone 3G (8GB)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
3.5"
TFT

320x480

2
MP
128MB
RAM

Single-core

1150
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
44Points Fairphone 6 Compare Apple iPhone 3G X
Fairphone 6
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
6.31"
OLED

1116x2484

50
MP

32mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

4415
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Fairphone 6

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

iPhone 3G (8GB)} 2 Advantages Apple iPhone 3G (8GB) vs 6} 44 Advantages Fairphone 6
+133 grams (4.66 ounces)45%
Lighter		vs193 grams (6.76 ounces)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores		vsType-C reversible connector
412MHz 32bit Single-corevs+2.5GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)11 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
128MB SDRAMvs+8GB LPDDR563 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GB (6GB available)vs+256GB (220GB available)36 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Flash (EEPROM)vs+UFS 3.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
Not supportedvs+Until 2TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)vs+9.6 millimeters (0.38 inches)28%
Thinner
Plastic body, glass frontvs+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage
More resistant material
TFT LCDvs+LTPO OLEDAdvantage
LTPO OLED display is brighter and more vivid
60Hzvs+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
16 millionvs+1 billion62 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
320x480 pixelsvs+1116x2484 pixels17 times
Higher resolution screen
165 PPIvs+432 PPI162%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.5"vs+6.31"80%
Larger screen
(back) 2MPvs+(triple camera) 50MP + 13MP + 0.3MP32 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+Only digital zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supportedvs+PDAF on back camera and autofocus front cameraAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supportedvs+(front) 32MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
Not supportedvs+4K UHD (3840x2160)Advantage
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
2300000 apps (App Store)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52%
More apps available to download and use
3G HSDPAvs+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbpsvs+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps832 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1150 mAhvs+4415 mAh3 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
5Wvs+30W5 times
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM)vs+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Mono sound (not stereo)vs+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
1 microphonevs+2 microphones100%
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 b/g [wifi3]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] is newer and faster
2.0 + A2DPvs+5.4 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.4 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
USB 2.0 proprietary connectorvs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
HTML, XHTMLvs+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supportedvs+IP55 certified, MIL-STD-810H military certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
9 Common items in both devices
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
A-GPS, GeoTagging / A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
 
ModeliPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
Other model namesiPhone 3G, iPhone 2Fairphone (Gen. 6)
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)		(Europe)(Global, International)
(Europe), (Global, International)
BrandAppleFairphone
Release date7/1/20086/25/2025
Depth12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)9.6 millimeters (0.38 inches)
Size (width x height)62.1 x 115.5 millimeters (2.44 x 4.55 in)73.3 x 156.5 millimeters (2.89 x 6.16 in)
Weight133 grams (4.66 ounces)193 grams (6.76 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontAluminum body, glass front, plastic back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP55 certified: dust resistant and protection from short-term exposure to water jets
MIL-STD-810H military certified: rigorous testing for salt, dust, humidity, rain, vibration, solar radiation, drop and thermal shock resistance.

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
Display typeTFT LCDLTPO OLED
Screen size3.5" inches6.31" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~50.9% (screen-to-body ratio)~83.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution320x480 pixels (3:2)1116x2484 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 2-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)165 PPI432 PPI
Colors16 million1 billion
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla GlassGorilla Glass 7i
Refresh rate60Hz120Hz
Display featuresNot supported880nits[typ], 1400nits[peak]

๐Ÿค– Operating System

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
System versioniOS 2.0Android 15
Firmware updateiOS 4.0Android 16
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
Chipset32bit: Samsung S5L890064bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (SM7635) (4nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 412MHz ARM1176JZF-S (Single-core)		Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.5GHz ARM Cortex-A720 (Single-core)
3x 2.4GHz ARM Cortex-A720 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A520 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerPowerVR MBX LiteQualcomm Adreno 810 (1GHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 786958 (v10)

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
RAM memory128MB SDRAM8GB LPDDR5
Internal storage8GB (6GB available)
Flash (EEPROM)		256GB (220GB available)
UFS 3.1
External storageNot supportedUntil 2TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)		1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload3.6 Mbps3000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41, 42)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78)
Primary data networkCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
Back camera (main camera)2 megapixels(triple camera)
50 megapixels
13MP ultrawide f/2.21/3.06"1.12ฮผmPDAF
0.3MP depth TOF-3D
Main camera resolution1600x1200 pixels8160x6120 pixels
Video recording (primary)Not supported4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedDual-LED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.6 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.56" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1ยตm pixel
AutofocusNot supportedPDAF on back camera and autofocus front camera
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomNot supportedOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered4K@30fps
1080p@30/60/120fps
720p@240fps
Sony Lytia 700C
Samsung KD1

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
Front camera (secondary)Not supported32 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported6528x4896 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supported4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.0 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3.42" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Stereo sound
Active noise cancellation1 microphone2 microphones
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsfeature not registeredMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, iTunesMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
USBUSB 2.0 proprietary connectorUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C reversible connector
TV outputProprietary TV-outUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth2.0 + A2DP5.4 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
SensorsAccelerometer
Proximity sensor		Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity1150 mAh4415 mAh
Charger, watts5W (5V/1A) Wired charging30W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomy10 hoursfeature not registered
Standby300 hours (12.5 days)feature not registered

โž• Other features

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
Call controlVoice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS, MMS, E-mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonicPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTMLHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Black, Whiteโ€ข Colors: Horizon Black, Cloud White, Forest Green
iFixit: 10/10

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

iPhone 3G (8GB)Fairphone 6
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.52W/kg (head), 1.29W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.56W/kg (head), 0.23W/kg (body)0.49W/kg (head), 1.39W/kg (body)
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