Smart phones have become an integral part of our lives. So, it makes sense that we would want to know exactly what type of device we are using and the same holds true for Apple users as well. Today we are going to teach you how to identify iPhone by model number.
Which iPhone Do I Have? Know Your iPhone Generation and Model
For devices older than iOS 10.3 it was quite challenging to determine your iPhone model. We will help you to figure out which device you have based on its model numbers for these earlier devices, while figuring out the details of newer devices is much easier.
First Determine what iOS is your iPhone running
- Go to Settings -> General -> About.
- Look at what is written ahead of ‘Version’.
- That is the iOS that you are running.
Now, based on the iOS you have there are two ways to determine further details of your iPhone.
What is your iPhone (10.2.1 or earlier)
Step 1: If you flip your iPhone over and look at the back you will see a model number located near the bottom of the phone.
Step 2: Note the model number.
Step 3: Match the model number to the device and generation from the list below:
| iPhone Gen. | Model Number | Carrier | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone X | A1865 and A1901 A1902 |
T-Mobile, AT&T and other Carriers iPhone X Japan Model |
64 and 256 GB |
| iPhone 8 Plus | A1864 and A1897 A1898 |
US, Europe, Apple Store, etc. Japan Model |
32, 128 and 256 GB |
| iPhone 8 | A1863 and A1905 A1906 |
US, Europe, Apple Store, etc. Japan Model |
32, 128 and 256 GB |
| iPhone 7 Plus | A1661 A1784 and A1785 |
Verizon, Sprint and Other carriers T-Mobile and AT&T |
32, 128 and 256 GB |
| iPhone 7 | A1660 A1778 and A1779 |
Sprint and Verizon T-Mobile and AT&T |
32, 128 and 256 GB |
| iPhone 6S Plus | A1522 A1524 and A1593 |
AT&T and Other carriers T-Mobile, Verizon and global |
32, 64 and 128 GB |
| iPhone 6S | A1633 A1688 |
At&T, Sprint and Verizon T-Mobile and global |
32, 64 and 128 GB |
| iPhone 6 Plus | A1522 A1524 |
AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon and global Sprint |
16, 64 and 128 GB |
| iPhone 6 | A1549 A1586 |
AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon and global Sprint |
16, 64 and 128 GB |
| iPhone 5S | A1533 A1453 |
AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon Sprint and global |
16, 32 and 64 GB |
| iPhone 5C | A1532 A1456 |
AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon and more Sprint |
8, 16 and 32 GB |
| iPhone 5 | A1428 A1429 |
AT&T, T-Mobile, Unlocked Verizon, Sprint and global |
16, 32 and 64 GB |
| iPhone 4S | A1387 | AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Sprint | 8, 16, 32 and 64 GB |
| iPhone 4 | A1332 A1349 |
AT&T, T-Mobile Verizon, Sprint |
8, 16 and 32 GB |
| iPhone 3GS | A1303 | AT&T and unlocked | 8, 16 and 32 GB |
| iPhone 3G | A1241 | AT&T and unlocked | 8 and 16 GB |
What is your iPhone (10.3 or later)
- Go to Settings.
- At the top there should be an Apple ID profile photo along with your name, tap on it.
- A menu will come up, scroll down until you reach devices.
- The first device will be your iPhone, tap it.
- Under the Device Info Tab there will be Model info you need.
This is the easiest way to identify iPhone model. But if your running an older iOS version, you may need to use some of the other methods.
How to Identify iPhone Model by IMEI or SN
You can easily find iPhone model (generation) by IMEI or SN number. To do that, navigate to the IMEI check page and enter your IMEI code. Enter the verification code and click on the Continue button.
After that, you will see your iPhone model and it’s warranty status.
That is how to find out what model and generation your iPhone is depending on the iOS installed. Good luck!
