Do refurbished iPhones support 5G?
Yes, refurbished iPhones support 5G if the original model includes 5G hardware. The refurbishment process does not remove or disable 5G capability. Any iPhone 12 or later will connect to 5G networks just like a brand-new unit.
Which refurbished iPhones have 5G?
5G support was introduced with the iPhone 12 lineup in 2020. The following models and all later generations support 5G:
- iPhone 12 / 12 mini / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 / 13 mini / 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 14 / 14 Plus / 14 Pro / 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 / 15 Plus / 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 16 / 16 Plus / 16 Pro / 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 16e
- iPhone 17 / iPhone Air / 17 Pro / 17 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
Any iPhone model older than the iPhone 12 (such as iPhone 11, XS, or XR) does not support 5G, regardless of whether it is new or refurbished.
How do I filter for 5G iPhones on RefurbMe?
On RefurbMe, you can use the Features filter to select 5G-compatible models. You can also browse specific model pages directly, since any iPhone 12 or newer will have 5G built in.
Do I need a 5G plan?
A 5G-capable iPhone will still work on 4G LTE networks if your carrier plan does not include 5G. You do not need to upgrade your plan to use a refurbished 5G iPhone, but you will only get 5G speeds if your carrier and plan support it.
