With iPhone 5S, here comes a big question: why should you choose iPhone 5S over iPhone 5? Here comes a report card.

Build

The 5S is identical to iPhone 5 in terms of weight (112kg) and dimensions (123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6mm). However, the redesigned Home button makes a slight difference. The 5S comes in gold/white, space grey/black and silver/white, whereas iPhone comes only in white or black.

Camera

The iPhone 5S performs better under low light because of its larger sensor which has bigger individual pixels. It also has a faster lens, which means that the aperture is wider. Better performance is further ensured with its flashlight with dual LED. It produces more appropriate flesh-tones by adapting to colour and room light in a better manner. What make iPhone stand out are slow motion video and the ability to shoot 10 or more burst.

Processor

Faster performance is made sure with its 64-bit A7 chip. This is going to provide much better stability for gamers who can take advantage of the same. On the other hand, many may not notice a significant difference of processor speed during daily activities.

Battery

The size of the battery is a little larger. There is also a suggested enhancement of battery life, according to Apple. Even though there are certain reviewers who find Apple performing better than what it has specified, one better not expect any miraculous improvement in this field.

Fingerprint Sensor

This feature is sure to attract those who are technologically more aware and prefer digital enhancements in their phone. The fingerprint sensor can be used to protect the phone by locking it with a passcode. The phone gets unlocked automatically by the user's fingerprint after the phone is trained to recognise it. The best part is that it can be trained to learn multiple fingerprints, which can be beneficial if you wish your phone to be accessible to your friend or spouse.

Fitness Tracking

The 5S has the ability to act like Nike Fuel or Fitbit once it is equipped with the right applications. The sophisticated hardware for motion tracking is great enhancement by Apple.

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