Apple iPhone 4 (GSM, Revision A) 8 GB Specs
Identifiers: iPhone 4 - MD126LL/A* - iPhone3,2 - A1332 - 380A/380B*
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On October 4, 2011, Apple discontinued the original iPhone 4 (GSM) with 16 GB or 32 GB of storage, and introduced this lower-end model with 8 GB of storage. Although it is similar to its predecessor, this model sometimes referred to as "Revision A" has a variety of different identifiers (most notably the unique iPhone3,2 Model ID), and EveryiPhone.com has documented it as its own model accordingly.
Like its larger capacity predecessor, this 8 GB iPhone 4 uses an all stainless steel body design with an ultra high-density 3.5-inch, IPS, LED-backlit 960x640 326 ppi multi-touch "retina" display, mobile and data antennas integrated in the "metal band" that wraps around the sides of the phone, and a chemically hardened "aluminosilcate" glass front over both the display and a black or white glass frame and a chemically hardened black or white glass back, as well. Regardless of color, both the front and back have an "oleophobic" oil repellent coating.
Also like its larger capcity predecessor, this 8 GB iPhone 4 has dual cameras -- a 5 megapixel HD video/still camera (720p at 30 FPS) with a "backside illuminated sensor," a 5X digital zoom, and an LED flash on the rear and a VGA quality video/still camera on the front designed for video conferencing over a Wi-Fi network with Apple's included "FaceTime" application. It has dual noise-cancelling microphones also.
This iPhone 4 (GSM, Revision A) is powered by an "Apple A4" processor of unspecified speed, has 512 MB of RAM, and has 8 GB of internal storage. Network support includes UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz) and GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz). 802.11g/n and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR are supported as well. It has a digital compass, A-GPS, an accelerometer, and a 3-axis gyroscope, too.
Apple reports that all iPhone 4 models provide "up to" 40 hours of audio playback, 14 hours of talk time on 2G, 7 hours of talk time on 3G, 6 hours of Internet use on 3G, 10 hours of Internet use on Wi-Fi, 10 hours of video playback and 300 hours of standby time.
This lower-end 8 GB "Revision A" iPhone 4 (GSM), introduced October 4, 2011, was sold for US$99 subsidized by a two-year AT&T contract and available unlocked in the US for US$549.
On September 12, 2012, Apple dropped the price of this 8 GB iPhone 4 (GSM, Rev. A) model to US$0 with a two-year contract or US$450 unlocked and contract-free. It was discontinued on September 10, 2013, with the exception of mainland China, where it remained available for RMB 2,588 until September 9, 2014.
Also see:
- What are all the differences between the iPhone 4 and the iPhone 3GS?
- What are all the differences between the iPhone 4 (AT&T/GSM) and the iPhone 4 (CDMA/Verizon)?
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| Introduction Date: |
October 4, 2011* |
Discontinued Date: |
September 10, 2013* |
| Details: |
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
On October 4, 2011, Apple introduced this low-end 8 GB version of the original iPhone 4 and discontinued the earlier model. This final 8 GB revision was discontinued September 10, 2013 with the exception of the mainland China market, where it remained available for RMB 2,588 until September 9, 2014.
Also see: All iPhone models introduced in 2010. |
| Processors: |
1 |
Geekbench 2 (32): |
378 |
| Details: |
Geekbench 2 provides 32-bit benchmarks for iOS models. This number is an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all Geekbench 2 user submissions for devices with the iPhone3,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 3 (32): |
206 |
Geekbench 3 (32): |
206 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 32-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for devices with the iPhone3,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare 32-bit Geekbench 3 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (64): |
N/A |
| Details: |
The Geekbench 3 benchmark does not support 64-bit mode for this model. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for devices with the iPhone3,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 3 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 4 (SC): |
N/A |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
N/A |
| Details: |
The Geekbench 4 benchmark does not support early iPhone models. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 4 user submissions for devices with the iPhone3,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 4 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison.
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| Geekbench 5 (SC): |
N/A |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
N/A |
| Details: |
The Geekbench 5 benchmark does not support this iPhone model. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for devices with the iPhone3,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
To dynamically compare Geekbench 5 results from different iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models side-by-side, see Everyi.com's Ultimate iComparison. |
| Processor Speed: |
1.0 GHz* |
Processor Type: |
Apple A4 |
| Details: |
Like the original iPad, the iPhone 4 uses a custom ARM-based "system on a chip" that Apple refers to as an "Apple A4" processor (S5L8930). It integrates the CPU, graphics, the memory controller, and I/O functions.
*Please note that Apple has not released the clockspeed of this processor. However, multiple third-parties have determined via software analysis that it has a variable speed processor with a maximum clockspeed of 1 GHz and that commonly runs around 750 MHz to 800 MHz.
Also see: How much faster is the iPhone 4 than earlier iPhone models? |
| Onboard RAM: |
512 MB* |
Storage Capacity: |
8 GB |
| Details: |
*Apple provides no information regarding the RAM used in the iPhone 4, although as first researched by MacRumors, the iPhone 4 has 512 MB of RAM onboard. |
| USB Support: |
Sync & Charge |
Firewire Support: |
None |
| Details: |
The iPhone 4 does not offer a "disk mode" for file transfer. |
| Connectivity: |
USB |
Ports: |
Dock, Headphone |
| Case Type: |
Handheld |
Form Factor: |
iPhone 4 |
| Housing Color: |
Black & White* |
Controller: |
Multi-touch |
| Details: |
*Although it was announced with a choice of a black hardened glass front and a black hardened glass back or a white hardened glass front and a white hardened glass back, the white version did not ship until April 28, 2011.
The patented "multi-touch" interface allows one to control the functions of the system by dragging one or more fingers across the display.
Also see: How does the iPhone "multi-touch" interface work? Who developed the "multi-touch" interface originally? |
| Built-in Display: |
3.5" Color |
Display Resolution: |
960x640 (326 ppi) |
| Details: |
The iPhone 4 has a 3.5" 960 by 640 (326 ppi) "Retina display" (Apple has given the display this name because 326 ppi is said to be beyond the 300 ppi distinguishable by the human eye). It is LED-backlit, uses IPS (In-Plane Switching) technology, has an 800:1 typical contrast ratio and is coated with a fingerprint-resistant "oleophobic" (oil repellent) coating. The back of the phone, which also is made of glass, has an oleophobic coating as well.
Also see: How do I replace the glass cover, digitizer, and display (LCD screen) on the iPhone 4?
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| Standard Wireless: |
802.11b/g/n* |
Standard Bluetooth: |
2.1+EDR |
| Details: |
*Apple notes that the iPhone 4 only supports the 2.4 GHz frequency of 802.11n Wi-Fi.
The iPhone 4 also supports UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz) and GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) networks. |
| Cell Network: |
Pentaband* |
Camera: |
5.0 Megapixels** |
| Details: |
*The iPhone 4 supports UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz) and GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) networks.
**The iPhone 4 has dual cameras. The rear camera supports HD video recording (720p up to 30 FPS with audio), and functions as a 5 megapixel still camera as well. It has a "backside illuminated sensor," a 5X digital zoom, and an LED flash too. The front mounted camera, designed to be used for video conferencing in conjunction with Apple's provided "FaceTime" software over a Wi-Fi network, takes VGA quality photos and video up to 30 FPS.
Like its predecessor, the iPhone 3GS, it supports geotagging, autofocus, macro, and white balance support, and a "tap to focus" feature. For "in camera" video editing, Apple has gone a step further and has created an iPhone version of iMovie for US$4.99. |
| Battery Type: |
Lithium Ion |
Battery Life (Music): |
40 Hours |
| Details: |
Also see: How do I replace the battery in the iPhone 4? |
| Battery Life (Voice): |
7-14 Hours* |
Standby Time: |
300 Hours |
| Details: |
*Apple reports that the iPhone 4 provides "up to" 40 hours of audio playback, 14 hours of talk time on 2G, 7 hours of talk time on 3G, 6 hours of Internet use on 3G, 10 hours of Internet use on Wi-Fi, 10 hours of video playback and 300 hours of standby time.
Also see: What is the battery life of the iPhone 4 in "real-world" tests?
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| Apple Order No: |
MD126LL/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
iPhone 4 |
| Details: |
*These 8 GB configurations of the iPhone 4, sometimes called "Revision A" and introduced October 4, 2011, were assigned order numbers MD126LL/A and MD196LL/A for black and white, respectively, locked to AT&T, and MD128LL/A and MD198LL/A, unlocked in the US. |
| Apple Model No: |
A1332 (EMC 380A/380B*) |
Model ID: |
iPhone3,2 |
| Details: |
*Some iPhone 4 (GSM, Rev. A) devices have an EMC number of 380A and others are assigned 380B. It is believed that this difference is due to a supplier difference in cellular components, but the functionality is identical.
Also see: All iPhones with the A1332 Model Number, the 380A/380B* EMC Number, and the iPhone3,2 Model Identifier. |
| Pre-Installed OS: |
iOS 4.0 (8A293) |
Maximum OS: |
iOS 7.1.2* |
| Details: |
*This model is partially supported by the most recent version of iOS 7. It is not supported by any version of iOS 8.
Also see: Which iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad models fully support iOS 7? For models that "partially" support iOS 7, which features are and are not supported? |
| Dimensions: |
4.5 x 2.31 x 0.37* |
Avg. Weight: |
4.8 oz. (137 g) |
| Details: |
In inches - height by width by depth (115.2 x 58.6 x 9.3 mm).
*Although numerous third-parties reported that the white version is thicker than the black version, this is an optical illusion and is not correct. |
| Mac Support: |
Mac OS X 10.5.8* |
Windows Support: |
Windows XP SP3/Vista/7 |
| Details: |
*Apple originally reported that this iPhone 4 is compatible with a "Mac computer with a USB 2.0 port, MacOS X v10.5.8 or later, and iTunes 9.2 or later." On September 12, 2012, Apple changed this to note support for OS X 10.6.8 or later as well as iTunes 10.7 or later.
It is compatible with a "PC with a USB 2.0 port, Windows 7, Windows Vista; or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 3 or later, and iTunes 9.2 or later" and iTunes 10.7 or later after September 12, 2012. |
| Audio Support: |
Apple reports that the iPhone 4 supports "AAC (8 to 320 Kbps), Protected AAC (from iTunes Store), HE-AAC, MP3 (8 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV." |
| Photo Support: |
Apple does not formally specify photo formats for the iPhone 4. The Safari web browser, however, supports JPG, GIF, and TIFF images, and the iPod function of the iPhone 4 supports images synchronized from iTunes. |
| Video Support: |
Apple reports that the iPhone 4 supports "H.264 video up to 720p, 30 frames per second, Main Profile level 3.1 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps per channel, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; Motion JPEG (M-JPEG) up to 35 Mbps, 1280 by 720 pixels, 30 frames per second, audio in ulaw, PCM stereo audio in .avi file format."
On an external display, it supports "1024 by 768 pixels with Dock Connector to VGA Adapter; 576p and 480p with Apple Component AV Cable; 576i and 480i with Apple Composite AV Cable (cables sold separately)." |
| Incl. Accessories: |
Ships with "Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic, dock connector to USB cable, USB power adapter, [and] documentation."
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| Original Price: |
US$99* |
Est. Current Retail: |
US$25-US$50 |
| Details: |
*On October 4, 2011, Apple introduced this low-end 8 GB configuration available in the US for US$99 with a two-year AT&T contract or unlocked and contract-free for US$549. These options were discontinued on September 12, 2012.
**On September 12, 2012, Apple cut the price of the 8 GB configuration to US$0 with a two-year contract and started offering it unlocked and contract-free for US$450.
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Global original prices for the iPhone 4 (GSM, Revision A) in 24 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region. Please note that prices with an asterisk (*) are bound by carrier contractual obligations.
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Original Prices - North & South America
| Canada: |
C$659, C$779 |
Brazil: |
N/A |
| Mexico: |
MXN $9,799, $11,499 |
United States: |
US$99* |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
N/A |
Belgium: |
N/A |
| Denmark: |
DKK 4,699, 5,499 |
Finland: |
N/A |
| France: |
€629, €739 |
Germany: |
N/A |
| Ireland: |
€599, €699 |
Italy: |
€659, €779 |
| Luxembourg: |
N/A |
Netherlands: |
N/A |
| Norway: |
NOK 4.890, 5.790 |
Portugal: |
N/A |
| Spain: |
€599, €699 |
Sweden: |
N/A |
| Switzerland: |
N/A |
United Kingdom: |
£499, £599 |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
RMB 4,999, 5,999 |
Hong Kong: |
HK$4,988, HK$5,888 |
| India: |
Rs 34,500, 40,900 |
Indonesia: |
N/A |
| Japan: |
Korea: |
KRW 814,000, 946,000 |
| Malaysia: |
N/A |
The Philippines: |
N/A |
| Singapore: |
S$888, S$1048 |
Taiwan: |
N/A |
| Thailand: |
N/A |
Vietnam: |
N/A |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$859, A$999 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$1123, NZ$1328 |
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