Apple iPhone Air  

34th best phone of 2025 - check rank

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Camera
Restrictive single camera: No telephoto or ultra-wide versatility.

Performance
Thermal hotspot under load: Noticeable heating during gaming or multitasking.

Design
Slim design undermined by case: Protective case cancels the device’s main appeal.

Battery
Slow 20 W charging: Lags behind modern flagship charging speeds.

Shortest-lasting iPhone 17 variant: Battery lags behind other models.

Price
Outdated USB 2 transfer speeds: Poor for large file transfers at this price.

Lower value at $999: Competitors offer more features for less.

Audio
Weak speaker audio: Thin sound from single channel, not premium enough.

Connectivity
No mmWave 5G support: Missing ultra-fast connectivity in supported regions.

Apple iPhone Air  

34th best phone of 2025 - check cons

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Camera
Surprisingly strong camera: Sharp, detailed photos from single lens.

Performance
120 Hz refresh rate: Smooth performance for scrolling, apps, and menus.

Flagship-class performance: Handles demanding apps and games with ease.

Design
Absurdly thin body: Extremely slim design that feels like an engineering showcase.

Rigid titanium frame: Maintains durability and prevents flex despite slimness.

Lightweight and pocket-friendly: Almost weightless and comfortable to carry.

Minimalist industrial design: Sleek, modern aesthetic that pairs well with software.

Better durability than expected: Tougher than its thin design suggests.

Display
Vibrant OLED display: Strong color reproduction and excellent brightness.

Battery
Respectable battery life: Lasts a full day despite slim chassis.

Software
Polished iOS 26 experience: Refined animations and cohesive interface.

Connectivity
Reliable wireless connectivity: Solid LTE/5G signal, even in weaker areas.

Apple iPhone Air  

34th best phone of 2025 - go back to overview

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ranking-point The Best Phone Of 2025: #34

ranking-point The Highest Optical Zoom Of 2025: #44

ranking-point The Largest Screen Size Of 2025: #38

ranking-point The Smallest Screen Size Of 2025: #9

ranking-point The Lightest Phone Of 2025: #4

ranking-point The Thinnest Phone Of 2025: #1

ranking-point The Fastest Charging Speed Of 2025: #46

ranking-point The Highest Screen To Body Ratio Of 2025: #20

ranking-point The Cheapest Phone Of 2025: #29

ranking-point Check price (~$999)


Apple iPhone Air  

34th best phone of 2025 - check pros

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2nd review by

79

GSMCritic Rate

80

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70

3rd review by

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Last update: 2025-09-29

Apple iPhone Air

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34th best phone of 2025 - check reviews

6.5-inch

165g

5.6mm

20W

waterproof

79

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Apple-iPhone-Air

* Screen covers 89.9% of body.