Apple256 GB
iPhone Air
6.5″ · OLED · 120 Hz · Apple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 5 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
256 GB · Space Black · UK A3517 · dual eSIM · MG2L4QN/AFull product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026Apple iPhone Air vs Apple iPhone Air
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DIFFERENCES AT A GLANCE
7 verified differences, listed in full below; none fits a one-line summary.
Check the full specifications for anything else that matters to you.
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
BOTH PHONES
Same screen diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone Air
- 6.5″
- iPhone Air
- 6.5″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- iPhone Air
- No telephoto
- iPhone Air
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
MANUFACTURER CLAIMS
Up to 27 hours.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- iPhone Air
- Up to 27h
- iPhone Air
- Up to 27h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
7 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 1 is also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsiPhone AirApple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 5 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
iPhone AirA19 Pro chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Sources
Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Update policy
iPhone AirNo fixed update period published; ships with iOS 26
iPhone AirNo fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.
Sources
iPhone Air
No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
USB connection
iPhone AirUSB-C; USB 2 data up to 480 Mb/s
iPhone AirUSB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Camera system
iPhone AirMain: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Front: 18 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
iPhone Air48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Customisable default lens (Fusion Main) Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
iPhone Air6.5-inch OLED; 2736 × 1260; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)
iPhone AirSuper Retina XDR display 6.5-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2736x1260-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Dynamic Island Always-On display ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 1,000 nits max brightness (typical); 1,600 nits peak brightness (HDR); 3,000 nits peak brightness (outdoor); 1 nit minimum brightness Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone Air display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.55 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Sources
iPhone Air
460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh; 1,000 nits typical and 1,600 nits HDR peak.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
iPhone AirUp to 27 h video; fast wired charging (20 W+ adapter), 20 W wireless
iPhone AirVideo playback Up to 27 hours Video playback with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 40 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 22 hours Video playback (streamed) with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 35 hours Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)
Sources
iPhone Air
Apple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 22 h streamed video; up to 50% in 30 minutes with a separately sold 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 20 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsiPhone Air
All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Show 1 more verified difference
Front camera
iPhone Air18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
iPhone Air18MP Center Stage camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Tap to zoom and rotate Centre Stage for photos Ultra-stabilised video Dual Capture Centre Stage for video calls Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K Dolby Vision at 60 fps Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
iPhone Air156.2 × 74.7 × 5.64 mm (height × width × thickness)
iPhone AirWidth: 74.7 mm; Height: 156.2 mm; Depth: 5.64 mm
Sources
iPhone Air
Exact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
Regional SIM / network configuration
iPhone AirUK model A3517; eSIM only
iPhone AirUK A3517; Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs) iPhone Air uses advanced eSIM technology for more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards). Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve
Sources
iPhone Air
Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsiPhone Air
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Wireless connectivity
iPhone AirWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread · second-generation UWB
iPhone AirModel A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve
Sources
iPhone Air
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsAn exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (29)
Rear 4K recording maximum
iPhone Air60 fps
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
iPhone Air60 fps
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
iPhone AirYes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Sensor-shift OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main, the only rear camera.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera autofocus
iPhone AirYes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
iPhone Air30 minutes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Apple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum refresh rate
iPhone Air120 Hz
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM
iPhone AirNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone AirNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
iPhone AirNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Device unlock
iPhone AirFace ID
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular modem
iPhone AirApple C1X
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Listed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3517.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM only
iPhone AirYes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
iPhone AirNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ingress protection
iPhone AirIP68
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Apple laboratory condition: 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM and storage configuration
iPhone AirRAM not published; 256 GB storage
iPhone Air256 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Sources
One source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.
Dedicated telephoto reach
iPhone Air0×
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality crop reach
iPhone Air2×
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Main-sensor crop mode, not a separate telephoto lens.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Panel technology
iPhone AirOLED
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published outdoor peak
iPhone Air3000 nits
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
iPhone Air460 ppi
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published professional camera workflows
iPhone Air0
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Versus counts four workflow types: RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple lists HEIF/JPEG photos and HEVC/H.264 video, and none of the four workflows.
Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera modules
iPhone Air1
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
iPhone AirNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer-listed sensors
iPhone AirNot verified
iPhone AirFace ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed streamed video
iPhone Air22 hours
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Promised update duration
iPhone AirNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
iPhone AirNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
iPhone AirYes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MagSafe / Qi2 power
iPhone Air20 W
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
10 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs51 specificationsiPhone AiriPhone Air
iPhone AiriPhone AirWeight
Sources
165g
165g
Manufacturer device mass
Width
Sources
74.7mm
74.7mm
Manufacturer width
Thickness
Sources
5.64mm
5.64mm
Manufacturer thickness
Manufacturer device dimensionsDiffers
Sources
156.2 × 74.7 × 5.64 mm (height × width × thickness)
Width: 74.7 mm; Height: 156.2 mm; Depth: 5.64 mmExact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Manufacturer height
Sources
156.2 mm
156.2 mm
Manufacturer physical format
Sources
slab
slab
Screen size
Sources
6.5″
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
6.5″
Manufacturer marketed display diagonal · Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
3000 nitsPublished outdoor peak · Outdoor peak claim.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
460 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
120HzAdaptive ProMotion.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer display specificationDiffers
Sources
6.5-inch OLED; 2736 × 1260; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh; 1,000 nits typical and 1,600 nits HDR peak.
Super Retina XDR display 6.5-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2736x1260-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Dynamic Island Always-On display ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 1,000 nits max brightness (typical); 1,600 nits peak brightness (HDR); 3,000 nits peak brightness (outdoor); 1 nit minimum brightness Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone Air display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.55 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Native display resolution
Sources
2736 × 1260
2736 × 1260
Native telephoto reach
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
No dedicated lensDedicated telephoto reach · The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera modules
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera systemDiffers
Sources
Main: 48 MP (f/1.6, OIS), 2x crop mode; Front: 18 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Customisable default lens (Fusion Main) Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Optical-quality zoom
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
2×Main-sensor crop mode, not a separate telephoto lens.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Front camera specificationDiffers
Sources
18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
18MP Center Stage camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Tap to zoom and rotate Centre Stage for photos Ultra-stabilised video Dual Capture Centre Stage for video calls Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K Dolby Vision at 60 fps Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Published professional camera workflows
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
0Versus counts four workflow types: RAW stills, professional codecs, log capture and external production tools. Apple lists HEIF/JPEG photos and HEVC/H.264 video, and none of the four workflows.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
YesSensor-shift OIS is stated for the 48 MP Fusion Main, the only rear camera.
Not verified
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
60 fpsManufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Not verified
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
60 fpsFront 18 MP Center Stage camera only.
Not verified
Front camera autofocus
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
27 hours
Claimed local video playback · Apple UK up-to claim, without an external battery; not mixed-use battery life.
27 hours
Up-to local video playback · Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Wireless charging
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer battery and charging claimsDiffers
Sources
Up to 27 h video; fast wired charging (20 W+ adapter), 20 W wirelessApple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 22 h streamed video; up to 50% in 30 minutes with a separately sold 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 20 W. Apple claims, not independent tests.
Video playback Up to 27 hours Video playback with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 40 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 22 hours Video playback (streamed) with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 35 hours Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Claimed streamed video
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
22 hoursApple UK up-to claim.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
30 minutesApple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter.
Not verified
MagSafe / Qi2 power
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
20 WCompatible charger and adapter required.
Not verified
Manufacturer update-policy informationDiffers
Sources
No fixed update period published; ships with iOS 26
No fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Manufacturer operating system
Sources
iOS 26
iOS 26
Chip and core configurationDiffers
Sources
Apple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 5 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
A19 Pro chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Selected storage; RAM remains unlistedDiffers
RAM not published; 256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity.
256 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Exact UK hardware, SIM and cellular specificationConfiguration
Sources
UK model A3517; eSIM onlyDual eSIM (two active eSIMs); no physical SIM slot; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier eSIM support needs confirming with your network.
UK A3517; Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs) iPhone Air uses advanced eSIM technology for more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards). Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Panel technology
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
OLED
Not verified
eSIM only
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Ingress protection
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
IP68Apple laboratory condition: 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Connector capabilitiesDiffers
Sources
USB-C; USB 2 data up to 480 Mb/s
USB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
UK model wireless capabilitiesConfiguration
Sources
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread · second-generation UWB
Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Device unlock
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Face ID
Not verified
Apple UK reference price
Sources
iPhone AirApple UK iPhone Air configurations
iPhone AirNo source recorded
£1,099Apple UK price for the 256 GB model in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
Not verified
Cellular modem
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Apple C1XListed in the UK Mobile and Wireless section for model A3517.
Not verified
Manufacturer-listed sensors
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iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
Face ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Show unverified (7)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
8K video recording
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified8K recording is not mentioned.
Not verified8K recording · Not verified for this exact model.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Physical RAM capacity
Sources
Not verifiedNot stated by the manufacturer.
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Headphone jack
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Expandable storage
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Promised update duration
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
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How we calculate scoresApple iPhone Air
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight165 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width74.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness5.64 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.5 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
AppleClaimed video playback27 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple UK up-to claim, without an external battery; not mixed-use battery life.
AppleClaimed charging rate1.67% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Apple claim using a separately sold 20W or higher USB-C adapter. 50 divided by 30 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
ApplePublished total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple laboratory condition: 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent.
ApplePixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Native telephoto reach0×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
The 2× mode crops the main sensor; there is no dedicated telephoto module.
AppleClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor crop mode, not a separate telephoto lens.
AppleRear camera modules1Manufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Manufacturer list price£1,099.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple
All sources3
- Apple UK iPhone Air technical specificationsApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Apple UK iPhone Air configurationsApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- iPhone Air exact UK configurationApple · accessed 10 Sept 2026
Apple iPhone Air
256 GB · checked 19 Oct 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight165 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width74.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness5.64 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.5 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
ApplePeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback27 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
AppleClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNot verified
Not published
IP ratingNot verified
Not published
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rateNot verified
Not published
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modulesNot verified
Not published
8K recordingNot verified
Not published
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources2
- Apple UK — literal MG2P4QN/A configurationApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
- Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
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