Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
165 g |
| thickness |
5.64 mm |
| width |
74.7 mm |
| height |
156.2 mm |
| volume |
65.8083096 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP68 |
| waterproof depth rating |
6 m |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| lowest potential operating temperature |
0 °C |
| maximum operating temperature |
35 °C |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Apple iPhone Air features a slim design with a thickness of just 5.64mm and weighs 165g. With a width of 74.7mm and height of 156.2mm, it offers a compact form. The device is waterproof with an IP68 rating, allowing it to withstand depths of up to 6 meters. It does not have a rugged build, but its design is durable within standard operating temperatures, ranging from 0°C to 35°C. The volume of the device is 65.81 cm³, offering a balance of size and portability. It cannot be folded.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.5" |
| pixel density |
460 ppi |
| resolution |
1260 x 2736 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| touch sampling rate |
120Hz |
| brightness (typical) |
1000 nits |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✓ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✓ |
| contrast ratio |
2000000:1 |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Apple iPhone Air features a 6.5-inch OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 1260 x 2736 pixels and a pixel density of 460 ppi. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate and a 120Hz touch sampling rate, providing a smooth and responsive experience. It also offers a typical brightness of 1000 nits and supports Dolby Vision and HDR10 for enhanced color and contrast, with a contrast ratio of 2,000,000:1. The display also includes an Always-On feature, but lacks Gorilla Glass protection and a secondary screen.
Performance:
| internal storage |
1024GB |
| RAM |
12GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Apple A19 Pro |
| GPU name |
Apple A18 GPU |
| CPU speed |
2 x 4.26 & 4 x 2.51 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
9746 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
3895 |
| GPU clock speed |
1490 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
4800 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
3 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
6 threads |
| Has NX bit |
✓ |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
78.8 GB/s |
| L2 cache |
16 MB |
| Supports ECC memory |
✕ |
| maximum memory amount |
12GB |
| uses multithreading |
✕ |
| number of transistors |
20000 million |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
10W |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| shading units |
128 |
The Apple iPhone Air is equipped with a powerful Apple A19 Pro chipset and 12GB of RAM, offering robust performance for multitasking and demanding applications. The device features 1024GB of internal storage, ensuring ample space for apps, photos, and media. The CPU consists of 6 threads with speeds of 4.26 GHz and 2.51 GHz, while the GPU clock speed reaches 1490 MHz, delivering smooth graphical performance. With a memory bandwidth of 78.8 GB/s and a semiconductor size of 3 nm, the device ensures high efficiency, though it does not support ECC memory. It also includes integrated LTE and supports 64-bit architecture, big.LITTLE technology, and multithreading capabilities.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
48 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.6f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✕ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
18MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 60 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✓ |
| number of flash LEDs |
2 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✓ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
2x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✓ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
1.9f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✓ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Apple iPhone Air features a 48MP main camera with a wide aperture of f/1.6, equipped with built-in optical image stabilization and capable of 2x optical zoom. It supports video recording at 2160 x 60 fps, slow-motion video, and HDR10 recording, making it versatile for high-quality video capture. The front camera is an 18MP unit with a wide aperture of f/1.9 and includes a variety of features such as manual focus, touch autofocus, and the ability to create panoramas. Both cameras include a dual-tone LED flash and offer continuous autofocus for movies and manual exposure control.
Operating system:
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✓ |
| has theme customization |
✕ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✓ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✕ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✓ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✕ |
| has focus modes |
✓ |
| has dynamic theming |
✕ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| has SharePlay |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✕ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✓ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| has AirPlay |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✕ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✕ |
| has Quick Start |
✓ |
The operating system of the Apple iPhone Air includes a range of privacy and customization features. It offers location privacy options, camera/microphone access control, and Mail Privacy Protection. The device also supports dark mode, focus modes, and Wi-Fi password sharing for better user control. Users can block app tracking, cross-site tracking, and offload apps. Additionally, it includes features like Live Text, full-page screenshots, and SharePlay for enhanced user interaction. For security, it tracks device location, offers offline voice recognition, and supports voice commands, while also receiving direct OS updates.
Battery:
| battery power |
3149 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✓ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
20W |
| wireless charging speed |
30W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| comes with a charger |
✕ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| Battery life |
27 hours |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is equipped with a 3149 mAh rechargeable battery that supports fast charging at 20W and wireless charging at 30W for convenient power-ups. It offers a battery life of up to 27 hours and includes a battery level indicator for easy monitoring. However, it does not feature reverse wireless charging or a removable battery, and no charger is included in the box.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✕ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
| number of microphones |
3 |
The device does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, stereo speakers, or support for high-quality audio codecs like aptX, LDAC, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, or aptX Lossless. However, it is equipped with three microphones, ensuring clear audio capture for calls and recordings.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
September 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| SIM cards |
1 SIM, 1 eSIM |
| Bluetooth version |
6 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
10000 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
3500 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✕ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✓ |
| has crash detection |
✓ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✓ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✓ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device supports 5G connectivity and a range of Wi-Fi standards, including Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, and Wi-Fi 7, ensuring fast and stable connections. It features USB Type-C, NFC, and offers download speeds of up to 10,000 MBits/s with upload speeds reaching 3,500 MBits/s. Additionally, it includes a satellite SOS feature for emergency situations, along with crash detection, GPS, a gyroscope, and a compass for enhanced navigation and safety.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device features a built-in video light for enhanced lighting during video recordings. However, it does not include a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.