RAM list: This is how much RAM the iPhone has (all generations)

In order for the iPhone to function, it needs RAM. The memory, also known as Random Access Memory (RAM), is used to execute programs and enable the calculations of their individual operations in combination with the CPU. It makes sense that Apple doesn't provide any official information about RAM, since the proprietary system of hardware and software is coordinated with each other. So Apple doesn't have to compete with the increasing GB numbers of its Android competitors. Still, it's interesting to see how much RAM the iPhone has - from the first model in 2007 to the iPhone 15 Pro Max in 2023.

Overview: This is how much main memory (RAM) the iPhone has

Not only the amount, but also the type of RAM in the iPhone has changed over the years and decades. While the abbreviation for mobile RAM, namely LPDDR, has remained the same, the clock speeds have increased with each new generation. In addition, the required voltage could be reduced. There are details about this at Wikipedia. In the following table, however, the LPDDR generation is also noted for each device so that you can assign them accordingly.

Sources: iFixit, Wikipedia, 9to5Mac; Information provided without guarantee

Manage the RAM on the Apple iPhone with the Usage Widgets app

With the Usage App (which is now... Usage widgets means) you can view and monitor various data and components of your iPhone. This also includes the RAM. So if you want to check whether you really have as much RAM in your Apple smartphone as stated above, then you can try out the software. You can also use it to free up memory if you plan to launch a resource-hungry app. Jens summarized further details and usage instructions for the app in these two articles in January 2021:

• How much RAM is in the iPhone 12 / mini / Pro / Pro Max?
• Tip: Clear the RAM of the iPhone and iPad in 5 seconds

Johannes Domke

[On vacation] After graduating from high school, Johannes completed training as a business assistant specializing in foreign languages. But then he decided to research and write, which led to his independence. He has been working for Sir Apfelot, among others, for several years now. His articles include product introductions, news, instructions, video games, consoles and much more. He follows Apple keynotes live via stream.