Fairphone (Gen. 6+)
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Fairphone (Gen. 6+)
Fairphone (Gen. 6+)

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The Fairphone (Gen. 6+) is a phone built to be repaired, not replaced. You open it with the screwdriver that comes in the box, and Fairphone sells 12 spare parts itself.

Fairphone (Gen. 6+) review

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If being able to repair your own phone for years matters to you, the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) makes a lot of sense, with a screen you'll love. Check your carrier before you buy, and accept that it's on the thick side.

Love it

Meh

  • Repairable at home, screwdriver in the box
  • Gorgeous 120Hz OLED
  • Removable battery with good runtimes
  • Software support until 2033
  • microSD up to 2TB
  • On the thick side
  • No Verizon support
  • No wireless charging or charger in the box
  • Limited peak brightness outdoors
  • IP55 handles splashes, not a swim

Where it shines

  1. Multitasking

    Fairphone tuned it for multitasking and a fluid, responsive experience.

  2. Photos and video

    Shoot ultra high-definition video with in-built stabilization and slow-mo.

  3. AI assistant

    Google's Gemini assistant is built in.

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Price

Fairphone (Gen. 6+)
$649.99
Motorola moto g (2026)
$249.99
Pixel 10a
$599
iPhone 17e
$699
Galaxy S26 FE
$699.99

Battery life

iPhone 17
~30 hrs
Galaxy S26 FE
29 hrs
iPhone 17e
~26 hrs
Fairphone (Gen. 6+)4,415mAh battery
Not confirmed

Current list prices.

The handset as sold, without a case.

Hours of video playback, as each phone's own company reports it. A phone whose company gives only a typical-use figure or a battery capacity is not on this chart: those are different measures.

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Everything it works with

What the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) works with

Does the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) work with the Pixel Watch 5?

Yes. Pixel Watch 5 works with most phones running Android 12 or newer.

See the Pixel Watch 5 Guide

Does the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) work with the Technics EAH-AZ100?

Yes. Google Fast Pair sets them up when you bring them close, and the Technics Audio Connect app for Android handles settings. LDAC high-res audio works with Android phones that support it.

See the Technics EAH-AZ100 Guide

Does the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) work with the Oura Ring 5?

Yes. Oura’s published requirement is Android 11+ with Google Play services, not a specific phone brand.

See the Oura Ring 5 Guide

Does the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) work with the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3)?

Yes. Ray-Ban's page for Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3) says it needs a compatible phone with Android or iOS and wireless internet access.

See the Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3) Guide

Quick answers

Quick answers

How much does the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) cost in the US?
$649.99 at Fairphone's US store, with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, in Cobalt Blue, Horizon Black or Forest Green.
How much do spare parts cost?
On Fairphone's US store a new battery is $39.95, a screen $89.95 and a USB-C port $19.95.
Which US carriers does it work with?
Fairphone lists AT&T and T-Mobile as supported. It does not work on Verizon or on any carrier that uses Verizon's network. Smaller carriers that run on T-Mobile's network are supported, and those on AT&T's network only partly.

Top questions

Can I use an eSIM?
Yes, it has one Nano-SIM slot and one eSIM, both 5G. On T-Mobile, Fairphone says to use the Nano-SIM slot, because eSIM is not supported there. Only one SIM can be on 5G at a time.
What can I repair myself?
Fairphone sells 12 user-replaceable spare parts. The USB-C port, battery, screen and back cover each swap out in under five minutes, and the T5 Torx screwdriver you need comes in the box.
How long will it get software updates?
Fairphone promises six major Android updates, until 2032, and software support until 2033. It ships with Android 16.
What warranty does it come with?
For a phone bought from 2026, Fairphone gives 5 years in total: a 2 year standard warranty plus a 3 year extended warranty. The battery gets 3 years and 2 months.
How long does the battery last?
Fairphone rates the 4,415mAh battery at up to two days on a charge, and you can take it out and replace it yourself.
How fast does it charge, and does it charge wirelessly?
It fast charges at 27W, with a 30W peak. Wireless charging is not supported.
What is the screen like?
A 6.31-inch LTPO AMOLED at 1116x2484, with a 10 to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and up to 1400 nits, under Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.
What are the cameras like?
A 50MP main camera with optical stabilization, a 13MP ultra-wide and a 32MP selfie camera with autofocus. The rear cameras record up to 4K at 30fps.
How much storage does it have?
256GB built in, and a microSD card slot takes up to 2TB more.
What comes in the box?
The phone, a quickstart and safety guide, a SIM tray tool and a Torx T5 screwdriver. There is no charger or cable in the box.
Does it work with AirPods or an Apple Watch?
AirPods work over Bluetooth with full functionality. An Apple Watch does not work with it, as with any phone not made by Apple.
Can I return it?
You have 14 days from delivery to register a return online, return shipping is free, and the phone has to come back in new condition with its original packaging.

Using it

What does it cost?
It costs $649.99. That is the current list price.
How big is the screen?
The screen measures 6.31 inches.
Does it have a 120Hz screen?
Yes, the screen runs at 120Hz.
Does it do 5G?
Yes, it does 5G.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 193g.
How good is the camera?
It has a 50MP camera. The front camera is 32MP.
How sharp and bright is the screen?
The screen reaches 1400 nits at its brightest.
How thick is it?
It is 9.6mm thick.
What chip is inside?
It runs on Snapdragon 7s Gen 4.
How much memory does it have?
It has 12GB of RAM.
Does it do contactless payments?
Yes, it has NFC for contactless payments.
Does it unlock with a fingerprint?
Yes, it unlocks with your fingerprint.

Sizing and fit

What sizes does it come in?
Storage: Internal memory: 256GB UFS 3.1. Modular: opens with a T5 Torx screwdriver so you can swap parts yourself

Battery and charging

How fast does it charge?
It charges at up to 30W over the cable. No official minutes-to-percent figure is published for it.
How big is the battery?
The battery is 4415 mAh.

Water

Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes for sweat and rain, but not for the shower. Its rating is IP55. It is rated for splashes, not immersion.

Price and models

When did the Fairphone come out?
It went on sale August 18, 2026.
Is there a newer one?
No. The Fairphone is the current model.
How much does the Fairphone cost?
List price: $649.99 (12GB RAM, 256GB) at Fairphone's US store. Today's best price is in the Prices panel.
What colors does it come in?
Cobalt Blue, Horizon Black, Forest Green.

Returns and warranty

How long do I have to return it?
14-day returns The clock starts the day it arrives.
Is there a restocking fee?
Restocking fee: not stated by Fairphone
Who pays return shipping?
Who pays return shipping: not stated by Fairphone
Can I return it if I opened or wore it?
Condition rules: not stated by Fairphone
How long is the warranty?
2-year warranty Starts the day you buy it.
Is the battery covered?
Battery rules: not stated by Fairphone

In the box

What's in the box?
Fairphone (Gen. 6+) phone, Quickstart and safety guide, SIM tray tool, Torx T5 screwdriver.

Works with

How does the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) work with microSD cards?
Yes. You can add a microSD card of up to 2TB. Works
Does the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) support Quick Share file sharing?
Yes. Fairphone lists Android Quick Share among the ways to share files and data. Works
Does the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) support US carriers?
Partly. Fairphone says the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) works on AT&T and T-Mobile in the US, and not on Verizon or any carrier that uses Verizon's network. Some features missing
Does the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) support USB-C fast charging?
Yes. It charges at 27W over USB-C, with a 30W peak, and works with QC, USB PD and PPS chargers. The box has no charger, so you buy one separately. Works
Does the Fairphone (Gen. 6+) support wireless charging?
No. Fairphone says wireless charging is not supported. Doesn't work

The basics

What it works with

Fairphone (Gen. 6+): what's in the box

Fairphone (Gen. 6+) phone
Quickstart and safety guide
SIM tray tool
Torx T5 screwdriver
Returns and warranty

Returns and warranty

Returns
14-day returns· the clock starts the day it arrives
Warranty
2-year warranty· starts the day you buy it

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Aug 18, 2026 · Went on sale
Fairphone launches the Gen. 6+
Fairphone launched the Gen. 6+ with 12GB of RAM and a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, and brought it to the US with the Fairbuds and Fairbuds XL.

At a glance

Fairphone (Gen. 6+)THIS PRODUCTFairphone (Gen. 6+)Google Pixel 10aCOMPARE WITHGoogle Pixel 10a
Display
6.31-inchLTPO AMOLED, 1116×2484, 10-120Hz adaptive refresh
6.3-inchActua display, 60 to 120Hz, up to 3000 nits peak brightness
Battery
4,415mAhremovable by the owner
5,100mAhtypical (5000mAh minimum); 30+ hour battery life; up to 120 hrs with Extreme Battery Saver
Software
Android 16 at launch, with six major Android updates promised until 2032
Launched with Android 167 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates
Connectivity
5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, NFCin the US, AT&T and T-Mobile, not Verizon
5G, Wi-Fi 6E, dual SIM (one nano SIM and one eSIM), Satellite SOS
Price
From $649.99
From $599
Rear camera
50MPmain, 13MP ultra-wide
48 MP wide and 13 MP ultrawideSuper Zoom up to 8x; optical and electronic stabilization on the wide camera
Front camera
32MPwith autofocus
13 MPselfie camera, 96.1° ultrawide field of view
Video
Up to 4K at 30fps on the rear cameras
4K at 30 or 60 fps on the rear cameras4K at 30 fps on the front camera
Storage
256GB, expandable to 2TB with a microSD card
128GB or 256GB
Memory
12GB RAM
8GB RAM
Water resistance
IP55 splash and dust resistance
IP68 dust and water resistanceCorning Gorilla Glass 7i cover glass
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Sound
Stereo speakersno 3.5mm headphone jack
Stereo speakers, 2 microphones
Unlock
Fingerprint sensor in the power button
Fingerprint Unlock and Face Unlock
Buttons
Unknown
USB-C 3.2, power button, volume controls
Design
Modular: opens with a T5 Torx screwdriver so you can swap parts yourself
Completely flat backcomposite matte back with a satin aluminum frame
Technical specs
Processor
Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
Google Tensor G4 with Titan M2 security coprocessor
Charging
27W fast charging (30W peak)no wireless charging
Up to 50% in about 30 minutes with a 45W USB-C PPS charger (sold separately)up to 30W wired; Qi wireless charging up to 10W
Size
156.57 × 73.28 × 9.6mm, 193g
153.9 × 73.0 × 9.0mm6.5oz
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