How To Find Out What Generation Your Iphone Is

So far Apple has released 18 iPhone models. And with rumors of an iPhone SE 2 and other releases hitting shelves soon, that number is only going to rise more.

Prior to iOS 10.3, it wasn't easy to actually figure out what iPhone you had. And even now it's still pretty tricky. For iPhones running iOS 10.2.1, you'll need the serial numbers on the back to know which iPhone you have.

For any devices from the iPhone 5 or later running iOS 10.3 is later, you can learn the number easily. So wondering "how to tell iPhone model," we've got you covered. From the original iPhone through the latest iPhone, we've got you covered. Let's dive in now!

First Question: What iOS is Your iPhone Running?

From iOS 10.3, it's been easy to figure out your iOS.

Open the Settings app.
Tap General.
Select About.

You'll see what version you're running. Be sure to also take note of your model number. You can use this to check your model number later.

How to Tell iPhone Model: iOS 10.3 or Later

iOS 10.3 didn't have the most spectacular features. But it did have some nice little updates for users.

One very helpful additional was the ability to quickly check what iPhone you under the settings. To do this:

Open the Settings app.
At the top, you'll see your Apple ID profile photo and your name. Tap on it.
Scroll down until you see your device. The first device will be your iPhone; you will see the name of your device. Select that.
Under Device Info, you'll see the Model.

That's it. You have your iPhone model!

How to Tell iPhone Model: iOS 10.2.1 or Earlier

If you haven't upgraded to iOS 10.3 or have an iPhone that can't update beyond iOS 9.3.5, you'll need to find your iPhone model number. This also works for older iPads too.

Your iPhone's model number is located on the back near the bottom of the phone.

It's in extremely small print. You might need some extra light or even a magnifying glass!
It will say Model: A#### (The letter A followed by four numbers).
Write down the model number.

Model Number List:

A2161 – iPhone 11 Pro Max (2019)
A2218 – iPhone 11 Pro Max (2019)
A2220 – iPhone 11 Pro Max (2019)
A2160 – iPhone 11 Pro (2019)
A2215 – iPhone 11 Pro (2019)
A2217 – iPhone 11 Pro (2019)
A2111 – iPhone 11 (2019)
A2112 – iPhone 11 (2019)
A2113 – iPhone 11 (2019)
A1921 – iPhone Xs Max (2018)
A2101 – iPhone Xs Max (2018)
A1920 – iPhone Xs (2018)
A2097 – iPhone Xs (2018)
A1984 – iPhone Xr (2018)
A1865 – iPhone X (2017)
A1901 – iPhone X (2017)
A1864 – iPhone 8 Plus (2017)
A1897 – iPhone 8 Plus (2017)
A1863 – iPhone 8 (2017)
A1905 – iPhone 8 (2017)
A1661 – iPhone 7 Plus (2016)
A1784 – iPhone 7 Plus (2016)
A1785 – iPhone 7 Plus (2016)
A1786 – iPhone 7 Plus (2016)
A1660 – iPhone 7 (2016)
A1778 – iPhone 7 (2016)
A1779 – iPhone 7 (2016)
A1780 – iPhone 7 (2016)
A1662 – iPhone SE (2016)
A1723 – iPhone SE (2016)
A1724 – iPhone SE (2016)
A1634 – iPhone 6S Plus (2015)
A1687 – iPhone 6S Plus (2015)
A1690 – iPhone 6S Plus (2015)
A1699 – iPhone 6S Plus (2015)
A1633 – iPhone 6S (2015)
A1688 – iPhone 6S (2015)
A1691 – iPhone 6S (2015)
A1700 – iPhone 6S (2015)
A1522 – iPhone 6 Plus (2014)
A1524 – iPhone 6 Plus (2014)
A1593 – iPhone 6 Plus (2014)
A1549 – iPhone 6 (2014)
A1586 – iPhone 6 (2014)
A1589 – iPhone 6 (2014)
A1453 – iPhone 5s (2013)
A1457 – iPhone 5s (2013)
A1518 – iPhone 5s (2013)
A1528 – iPhone 5s (2013)
A1530 – iPhone 5s (2013)
A1533 – iPhone 5s (2013)
A1456 – iPhone 5c (2013)
A1507 – iPhone 5c (2013)
A1516 – iPhone 5c (2013)
A1526 – iPhone 5c (2013)
A1529 – iPhone 5c (2013)
A1532 – iPhone 5c (2013)
A1428 – iPhone 5 (2012)
A1429 – iPhone 5 (2012)
A1442 – iPhone 5 (2012)
A1387 – iPhone 4S (2011)
A1431 – iPhone 4S (2011)
A1332 – iPhone 4 (2010)
A1349 – iPhone 4 (2010)
A1303 – iPhone 3GS (2009)
A1325 – iPhone 3GS (2009)
A1241 – iPhone 3G (2008)
A1324 – iPhone 3G (2008)
A1203 – iPhone (2007)

How to Tell iPhone Capacity

If you need to find the storage capacity of your iPhone (8 GB, 128 GB, 512 GB), you can find this under settings in IOS. Go to General > About > Capacity. The capacity section will be slightly less than what you have. For example, a 128 GB iPhone may show 120 GB.

Why do I need this information?

Your model number is essential information. It's most important when selling your iPhone. Buyers want to know exactly what they're getting.

In addition, certain models may not be compatible with some features. For example, the iPhone 11 does not support Touch ID or 3D touch. Or older models may not be able to use the latest updates.

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How to Tell iPhone Model

It's very easy to figure out what iPhone model you have. For newer models, you can just check under your settings. For older models, use your serial number on the back of the phone and check with the list above.

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