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Apple·Vintage · Released Jun 2007

iPhone (original 2G)

2007 the original iPhone.

80/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$499
Color · Aluminium
Display
3.5" 320 x 480
Chipset
Samsung S5L8900
Camera
2.0 MP
Network
2G EDGE
Quick answer

The iPhone (original 2G) is a vintage Apple smartphone released Jun 2007, with a launch price of $499. It pairs the Samsung S5L8900 with a 3.5" 320 x 480 display, a 2.0 MP main camera and a large battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 80/100 — iPhone (original 2007). Standout strengths: first multi-touch capacitive iphone. and defined modern smartphone form. Main trade-off: edge 2g only.

AI Snapshot

iPhone (original 2007).

Apple's 2007 original iPhone defined the modern smartphone — multi-touch + 3.5" display + iPhone OS 1.0.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display76
Performance70
Camera60
Battery72
Software90
  • First multi-touch capacitive iPhone.
  • Defined modern smartphone form.
  • Aluminium build.
  • Sold 6 M+ units.

Full specifications

Type
Capacitive TFT (multi-touch)
Size
3.5"
Resolution
320 x 480
Main
2.0 MP fixed-focus

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
N/A
Δ class avg -100.0%
This
0
Class avg
1,620,000

How the iPhone (original 2G) compares

iPhone (original 2G)Galaxy S25 UltraiPhone 13 Pro Max
SpecEagle score808980
ChipsetSamsung S5L8900SD 8 EliteApple A15 Bionic
Display3.5" 320 x 4806.9" LTPO AMOLED6.7" LTPO OLED
Main camera2.0 MP200 MP · f/1.712 MP · f/1.5
Battery5,000 mAh4,352 mAh
Launch price$499$1,299$1,099

Frequently asked questions

When was the iPhone (original 2G) released?

The iPhone (original 2G) was released in Jun 2007.

How much does the iPhone (original 2G) cost?

The iPhone (original 2G) launched at $499 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the iPhone (original 2G) screen size and type?

The iPhone (original 2G) has a 3.5" 320 x 480 display.

What chipset does the iPhone (original 2G) use?

The iPhone (original 2G) is powered by the Samsung S5L8900 chipset.

What is the iPhone (original 2G) main camera?

The iPhone (original 2G) has a 2.0 MP main camera.

What colours does the iPhone (original 2G) come in?

The iPhone (original 2G) is available in 1 colour: Aluminium.

Is the iPhone (original 2G) worth buying?

Apple's 2007 original iPhone defined the modern smartphone — multi-touch + 3.5" display + iPhone OS 1.0. SpecEagle gives the iPhone (original 2G) an editorial score of 80/100.

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