IPhone X vs iPhone XR: comparison, purchasing guide and differences

The price of a reconditioned iPhone varies according to several criteria. The model chosen, the iPhone XR being more recent will be more expensive than the iPhone X. One of the main reasons for price variations would be the capacity chosen, indeed an iPhone XR reconditioned in good condition in 256 GB will see its higher price compared to the model in 64 GB. The second main reason for a variation in the price of our devices is the grade chosen which can vary the price from 20 euros to 100 euros on average.

iPhone x vs iPhone XR

At Apple, iPhone models are constantly evolving over the years, both on the screen, battery, RAM, screen size or storage and many other features.
This comparison is therefore there to guide you in your search process by comparing each Apple smartphone model. So you will make the best choice according to the performance, our offers and the price that suits you.

The main difference between the iPhone X and XR is linked to the screen type of the two devices

The iPhone X has an OLED screen of 5.8 inches with a definition of 2436 x 1125 pixels with a resolution of 458 ppi (pixel per inch) while the iPhone XR is equipped with an LCD screen of 6.1 inches with a definition of 1792 x 828 pixels and a resolution of 326 pp.

The differences in design between the iPhone X and the iPhone XR

The iPhone X and the iPhone XR have both an All-Screen design with a notch at the top of the screen to accommodate the front camera and facial recognition sensors. However, there are some notable differences between the two models with regard to their design.

Here are some of the main design differences between the iPhone X and the iPhone XR:

Screen: The iPhone X has a 5.8 -inch OLED Super Retina screen, while the iPhone XR has a liquid retina screen 6.1 inch. The OLED screen of the iPhone X offers better image quality and higher contrast, but the LCD screen of the iPhone XR is just as good and is less expensive to produce.
Size and weight: The iPhone XR is slightly larger and heavier than the iPhone X. It measures 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm and weighs 194g, while the iPhone X measures 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm and weighs 174 g.
Colors: the iPhone XR is available in six different colors: white, black, blue, yellow, red and coral. The iPhone X is only available in two colors: silver and sidereal gray.
Building materials: The iPhone X is built of stainless steel and glass, while the iPhone XR is built in aluminum and glass. This means that the iPhone X is more resistant to shock and scratches, but it is also heavier and more expensive to produce.

Performance differences between iPhone X and iPhone XR

There are several performance differences between the iPhone X and the iPhone XR. First of all, the iPhone X is equipped with an A11 Bionic processor which offers performance superior to those of the iPhone XR, which is equipped with an A12 Bionic processor. In addition, the iPhone X has 3 GB of RAM, while the iPhone XR has 4 GB. This means that the iPhone XR can manage more tasks in the background and go from one application to another faster than the iPhone X.
Regarding the quality of the display, the iPhone X has a 5.8 -inch OLED screen with a resolution of 1125 x 2436 pixels, while the iPhone XR has a 6.1 -inch LCD screen With a resolution of 828 x 1792 pixels. The OLED screen of the iPhone X offers better image quality and better light, but the LCD screen of the iPhone XR is still very good quality.
Finally, the iPhone X has a double rear camera with a resolution of 12 megapixels, while the iPhone XR has a simple rear camera with a resolution of 12 megapixels. Although the iPhone XR is equipped with the same camera resolution, the iPhone X double camera can capture better quality photos thanks to the second lens.

Camera differences between iPhone X and iPhone XR

There are several camera differences between the iPhone X and the iPhone XR. First of all, the iPhone X has a double rear sensor of 12 megapixels, while the iPhone XR has only one rear sensor of 12 megapixels. This means that the iPhone X can take photos in portrait mode with a background blur effect, while the iPhone XR cannot.
Second, the iPhone X has an image optical stabilizer on the two sensors, while the iPhone XR has only one on its only sensor. This means that the photos taken with the iPhone X will be more stable and less blurred than those taken with the iPhone XR.
Regarding the front camera, the iPhone X has a 7 -megapixel TrueDepth Camera with a depth sensor, while the iPhone XR has a 7 -megapixel front camera without depth sensor. This means that the iPhone X can take photos in portrait mode with a background blur effect on the photos taken with the front camera, while the iPhone XR cannot.

The differences in SIM cards between the iPhone X and the iPhone XR

The two smartphones require a SIM card in nano format, and only the iPhone XR also has the ESIM functionality, that is to say the possibility of adding an ESIM to use two numbers at a time.

Network differences between iPhone X and iPhone XR

The two Apple smartphones are compatible with the Wi-Fi 6 80211 standard and Bluetooth 5 technology.0, for optimal connection to your Internet network and your compatible Bluetooth devices.

Differences in connectivity between iPhone X and iPhone XR

Connectivity level Our two Apple products have a single Lightning port whose main role is to recharge the device with a fast charger preferably. To connect a device in another format like USB-C or Mini-Jack, you must use a dedicated adapter.

Price differences between iPhone X and iPhone XR

The price of a reconditioned iPhone varies according to several criteria. The model chosen, the iPhone XR being more recent will be more expensive than the iPhone X. One of the main reasons for price variations would be the capacity chosen, indeed an iPhone XR reconditioned in good condition in 256 GB will see its higher price compared to the model in 64 GB. The second main reason for a variation in the price of our devices is the grade chosen which can vary the price from 20 euros to 100 euros on average.

Conclusion, which iPhone to choose ?

If you are looking for the best screen and the best camera, the iPhone X is the ideal choice. If you are looking for a device with a better battery life, the iPhone XR is also a good option.

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iPhone X vs iPhone XR: comparison, purchasing guide and differences

Launched at the end of 2018, the new XR iPhone is in direct confrontation with the iPhone X. If you hesitate between the two, here is our complete comparison of the differences (characteristics, prices, autonomy) between iPhone X and iPhone XR.

July 31, 2019 at 2:41 pm 4 years old,

July 31, 2019 ->

Apple presented, during its last Keynote summary here, 3 new models: its iPhone XR, XS and XS Max. This first was revealed as “one more phone”. It follows from Apple’s desire to offer a model with many characteristics of X/XS, but more affordable price.

At the same time, the iPhone X has been removed from the catalog. Still available elsewhere on the internet at a comparable price, it clearly has assets to argue. Some may wonder If it is better to turn to this iPhone X or to an iPhone XR. To help you in this Cornelian choice, here is the list of differences between iPhone XR and iPhone X and our recommendations for choice.

iPhone X / iPhone XR: what differences

• Processor chip : A11 Bionic for the iPhone X, A12 Bionic With Neural Engine New Generation for the iPhone XR
• Screen technology : LCD Liquid Retina HD for the iPhone XR, Oled Super Retina HD for the iPhone X
• Screen diagonal :: 6.1 inches for the iPhone XR, 5.8 inches for the iPhone X
• Definition and resolution : 1,792 x 828 pixels at 326 ppi for the iPhone XR, 2,436 x 1,125 pixels at 458 ppi for the iPhone X
• Contrast : 1 400/1 for the iPhone XR, 1,000,000/1 for the iPhone X
• 3D Touch : absent from the iPhone XR, Present on the iPhone X
• NFC chip : As seen here, no need for an app to read an NFC tag with the iPhone XR, unlike the iPhone X. With the iPhone XR, reading Tag NFC becomes automatic.
• SIM card : nano-sim for the iPhone X, double sim (nano-sim + esim) for the iPhone XR
• Storage capacities offered : 64, 128 and 256 for the iPhone XR, 64 and 256 for the iPhone X
• Color : 5 for the iPhone XR (black, white, red, yellow, orange coral, blue), 2 for the iPhone X (sidereal gray and silver)
• Sensorrear photo : a single 12 Mpx sensor for the iPhone XR, two sensors 12 Mpx each for the iPhone X (a high-angle lens and a telephoto lens)

iPhone SE 64 GB at the best price basic price: € 489

Finishes, dimensions and weights

• Housing material : aluminum for the iPhone XR, Stainless steel for iPhone X
• Dimensions height x width x thickness : 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm for the iPhone XR, 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm for the iPhone X
• Weight : 194 g for the iPhone XR, 177 for the iPhone X

Photo and video capacities of iPhone X and XR

The differences for the front -side sensor:

• Front cameras : Portrait mode on iPhone X, Portrait mode with advanced bokeh effect and depth control on iPhone XR
• Video with camera before : video stabilization (1080p and 720p) and 2080p video recording at 30 or 60 i/s for the iPhone X only

The differences for the rear sensor:

• Opening : f/1.8 for the iPhone XR, F/1.8 and F/2.4 for both of the two objectives of the iPhone X
• Digital photo zoom : up to 5x for the iPhone XR, up to 10x for the iPhone X
• Photo and video optical zoom : unavailable on the iPhone XR, up to 2x on the iPhone X
• Video digital zoom : up to 3x for the iPhone XR, up to 6x for the iPhone X
• Portrait lighting mode : 3 effects for the iPhone XR (natural, studio, outline), against 5 effects for the iPhone X (scene and more scene)
• Hdr : improved for the iPhone XR
• Video : Recording at 30 images/s on iPhone X against recording at 30 images/s with dynamic range extended to iPhone XR

Other changes

• Her : registration Stereo on iPhone XR only
• Audio : Simple stereo for the iPhone X, amplified stereo For the iPhone XR
• Autonomy / Tconversation emps announcedE: Until 21 hours of autonomy for the iPhone X, 25 hours for the iPhone XR, for video reading, it is the iPhone XR which is doing better with 16 hours against X for the X. In Internet navigation : up to 12 hours of autonomy for the iPhone X, 15 hours for the iPhone XR. And in Laudio : up to 60 hours of autonomy for the iPhone X, 65 hours for the iPhone XR

Some colors of the iPhone XR

Iphone X vs iPhone XR price differences

• 64 GB : 859 € for the iPhone XR – We still find The iPhone X
• 256 GB : € 1,029 for the iPhone XR – We still find The iPhone X in version 256 GB at € 1,170
• 128 GB : only available for theiPhone XR, at 919 €

Below, find the prices of the two 64 GB models at all merchants in 2019:

iPhone 12 pro 128 GB at the best price basic price: € 1,159
iPhone SE 64 GB at the best price basic price: € 489

Conclusion

In the end, as we can see, the two devices do not differ that much in terms of prices now. Any choice must actually depend on what the user is looking for. If the Photo capabilities are a primordial argument, it is better to turn to The iPhone X which has a zoom and a double goal. If you need the device with The most raw power is iPhone XR in priority even if it seems quite limited as a difference. Finally, the housing and screen size can also matter, the iPhone XR having a larger screen, but less good definition. And then, if you don’t have to do 256 GB but 64 GB is a limit capacity, choosing an iPhone XR 128 GB is an interesting option. Finally, the most in a hurry can have the XS today where the XR will not arrive until next month.

The fact remains that one unknown remains: what is the visual/perceived quality of the LCD XR screen vis-à-vis the OLED X when it is compared between the two, both in contrast and in definition. We will only see this when the XR released in October !

What do you think : New XS or X ? If you hesitate with other models, discover Our big file, with advice and opinions to choose your iPhone, according to buyer profiles. The latter is updated regularly.

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Editor’s note: article updated on July 31, 2019

Writer for Iphon.fr, sometimes operating under the pseudonym of Snooz. Pierre is such Indiana Jones, looking for the lost iOS tip. Also long -standing Mac user, Apple devices in short have no secrets. To contact me: Pierre [A] Iphon.Fr