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Apple·Flagship · Released Jun 2009

iPhone 3GS

The 2009 "S" — the speed bump that added video recording.

14/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$599
Color · Black
Display
3.5" LCD
Chipset
Samsung S5PC100
Memory
256 MB · 16 GB
Main cam
3 MP
Battery
1,219 mAh
Weight
135 g
AI Snapshot

The 2009 "S" that finally let the iPhone shoot video.

The iPhone 3GS added video capture, Voice Control and a speed bump. A long-selling model in its day — now a piece of smartphone history.

Subscores · 0–100
Display26
Camera22
Performance10
Battery30
Build48
Value18
  • Added video recording and a faster processor.
  • Introduced Voice Control and cut/copy/paste (iPhone OS 3).
  • A long-lived model — sold for three years.
  • Compass and autofocus camera.

Full specifications

Type
TFT LCD
Size
3.5 inches
Resolution
480 × 320 px (163 ppi)
Protection
Glass
Main
3 MP, autofocus
Selfie
None
Video
VGA @ 30 fps (debut for iPhone)

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -99.8%
This
2,500
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -99.5%
This
15
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -99.8%
This
20
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -99.8%
This
0.1 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps

Frequently asked questions

When was the iPhone 3GS released?

The iPhone 3GS was released in Jun 2009.

What is the iPhone 3GS screen size and type?

The iPhone 3GS has a 3.5" LCD display.

What chipset does the iPhone 3GS use?

The iPhone 3GS is powered by the Samsung S5PC100 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the iPhone 3GS have?

The iPhone 3GS ships with 256 MB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the iPhone 3GS battery capacity?

The iPhone 3GS has a 1,219 mAh battery.

What is the iPhone 3GS main camera?

The iPhone 3GS has a 3 MP main camera.

How fast does the iPhone 3GS charge?

The iPhone 3GS supports ~5 W (30-pin dock) wired charging.

Is the iPhone 3GS worth buying?

The iPhone 3GS added video capture, Voice Control and a speed bump. A long-selling model in its day — now a piece of smartphone history. SpecEagle gives the iPhone 3GS an editorial score of 14/100.

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