Apple iPhone 4 Specifications, Tests and Review

Display
3.5", 960 x 640
Front Camera
0.3 Megapixel
Main Camera
5 Megapixel
Operating System
iOS
Storage
8 GB
Processor
Apple A4

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple iPhone 4
Product Type Smartphone
Form Factor Touch
Height 115 mm Worse than 67 % of phones rated.
Width 59 mm Worse than 66 % of phones rated.
Depth 9 mm Better than 63 % of phones rated.
Weight 137 g Better than 55 % of phones rated.
Body Colour Black | White
Body Material Stainless steel, glass
Waterproof (Water-resistant) -
SAR Value 1.11 W/kg (body), 1.17 W/kg (head)
Connector Type Headset jack - mini-phone 3.5mm
Dock connector - 30 pin dock connector

The Apple iPhone 4 has a height of 115 mm, a width of 59 mm and a thickness of 9 mm. The weight of the phone is 137 g.

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DISPLAY Apple iPhone 4
Display Type LCD display
Screen Size (Display Size) 3.5" Worse than 71 % of phones rated.
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) 960 x 640 pixels Better than 52 % of phones rated.
Pixel Density 326 ppi Worse than 66 % of phones rated.
Contrast Ratio 800:1
Display Features Scratch resistant glass, Retina Display (326 ppi)
Display Protection (Screen Protector) Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating, scratch-resistant glass

The screen size reaches 3.5" inches. Phones with smaller displays are easier to use with one hand. The experience is less pleasant compared to phones with large displays. However, if you're buying a phone for basic use and don't want, for example, a good gaming experience or a large screen for watching movies, this size should be good enough for you. The disadvantage of LCD displays is the relatively lower color contrast displayed, as the technology cannot display absolute black well. Also due to the higher power consumption, LCD displays are no longer as common in phones. Even so, some manufacturers still equip their phones with LCD technology. However, modern smartphones are already using OLED technology. The advantage of LCD phones is that they tend to be cheaper to build than OLED technology.

Display Resolution of Apple iPhone 4 is 960 x 640 pixels. A higher display resolution is a prerequisite for a sharper image. The standard for mid-range phones today is a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. Cheaper phones, which usually have a smaller diagonal, have an HD resolution of 1280 × 720 px. Smaller resolutions can only be found in older models. Best phones, on the other hand, have a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 px. Display´s pixel density is 326 ppi and represents another significant factor affecting image sharpness besides resolution. The higher the value, the sharper the image. Average value is currently about 350-400 ppi, which guarantees a fine and sufficiently sharp image. Finest modern phone displays reach 450 ppi and above.

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PROCESSOR Apple iPhone 4
Processor Type (CPU) Apple A4

Apple iPhone 4 is equipped with Apple A4.

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MEMORY Apple iPhone 4
Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) 8 GB Worse than 72 % of phones rated.

The phone´s internal memory capacity is 8 GB. The size of the internal storage determines e.g., how many photos, songs, movies, or applications you can store on your phone. This memory capacity is ideal for those who have a few basic apps and a few dozen photos on their phone. If you don't expect to use your phone to play games or need to store high-resolution photos, this size should be sufficient. There is almost no probability you're likely to see this low capacity on new smartphones. The standard memory today is around 64 and 128 GB. The best phones have internal memory of 256 GB or more. Luckily, most smartphone manufacturers nowadays offer models with different memory sizes to suit every user.

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CAMERA Apple iPhone 4
MAIN CAMERA
Number of Main Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution 5 Megapixel Worse than 60 % of phones rated.
Focus Adjustment Automatic
Light Source LED light
Video Resolutions 640 x 480 (VGA), 1280 x 720 (720p)
FRONT CAMERA
Number of Front Cameras 0
Sensor Resolution (Front) 0.3 Megapixel Worse than 95 % of phones rated.

The rear camera of the Apple iPhone 4 has only one lens. Single lens is more typical for older phones or lower-end phones with lower quality cameras. The rear cameras of modern phones nowadays are usually equipped with two, three and sometimes even five rear camera lenses. The resolution of the main lens is 5 Megapixel. Higher resolution does not necessarily mean super high quality photos. Furthermore, it depends on the pixel size but also on other important factors.

Front camera
The resolution of front lens reaches 0.3 Megapixel. Again, it should be noted that resolution is only one of several other significant factors that affect resulting quality of a photo.

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BATTERY AND CHARGING Apple iPhone 4
Battery Capacity (Battery Size) -
Standby Time 300 hours Worse than 59 % of phones rated.
Talk Time 840 minutes Better than 67 % of phones rated.
Run Time Details Talk (GSM): up to 840 min
Talk (WCDMA): up to 420 min
Standby: up to 300 hrs
Active online usage (WCDMA): up to 6 hrs
Playback (video): up to 10 hrs
Active online usage (Wi-Fi): up to 10 hrs
Playback (audio): up to 40 hrs
Battery Technology Lithium Ion



Standby time is 300 hours and it expresses the maximum time your phone can last on a single charge when you are not actively using it. Talk time, or we can say battery life when making calls, then indicates amount of time your phone will last from a full charge if you are constantly on a call. Apple iPhone 4 is provided with a talk time about 840 minutes.

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CELLULAR Apple iPhone 4
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
Mobile Broadband Generation 3G Worse than 64 % of phones rated.
Operating System iOS
Navigation A-GPS

Apple iPhone 4 supports 3G. 5G connectivity, which is slowly replacing standard 4G connectivity, is still more the preserve of the latest phones. The operating system in this case is iOS.

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COMMUNICATIONS Apple iPhone 4
Data Transmission GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA
2G Band 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Bluetooth Bluetooth 2.1 EDR
Communication Features Mobile Email client, Internet browser
Messaging Services Skype, SMS, MMS

Basic connectivity standards also include Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, making it easy to communicate wirelessly with other devices such as headphones, tablets, speakers and smartwatches.

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MEDIA Apple iPhone 4
Supported Digital Audio Standards WAV, AAC, AIFF, PCM, Audible, MP3, Apple Lossless, AAC-LC, HE-AAC, Audible AAX, Audible AAX+
Supported Digital Video Standards AVI, MOV, M-JPEG, MPEG-4, H.264, M4V
FEATURES Apple iPhone 4
Phone Functions Speakerphone, voice control, call timer, conference call, voice dialing, vibrating alert
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass
Polyphonic Ringer Yes
Personal Information Management Calendar, synchronization with PC, calculator, reminder, alarm clock
Additional Phone Features Multitasking, FaceTime, adjustable volume limit, Nike + iPod support, AirPlay wireless streaming, AirPrint wireless printing
OTHERS Apple iPhone 4
Included Accessories Stereo headset with remote control, USB cable, power adapter
Compliant Standards HAC (Hearing Aid Compatible)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 5 - 95% (non-condensing)

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