Main difference between the iPhone XS and iPhone XR

What is the Main Difference between the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR?

This is a very common question and we’ve looked into the major differences between the models. Of course there is the obvious size, pricing, and camera etc… But if you look at the technical aspect of them, you may be quite surprised they are actually not that different!

Earlier this month, Apple announced three new iPhone models to replace the iPhone X. Dubbed the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR, these models have officially replaced the iPhone X, which Apple has officially pulled from its stores after this announcement. So, for those looking to upgrade their phone to a new iPhone X, it appears that you now have three choices instead of one.

Price Comparison (USA)

iPhone XR: $749/64GB, $799/128GB, $899/256GB
iPhone XS: $999/64GB, $1,149/256GB, $1,349/512GB
iPhone XS Max: $1,099/64GB, $1,249/256GB, $1,449/512GB

While these three models are based off the tried-and-true iPhone X, they vary widely when it comes to features and price. The iPhone XR starts at $749 with the lowest storage capacity, the iPhone XS will set you back $999, and like last year’s model, the iPhone XS Max will cost $1,099 for 64GB of storage.

The iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max seen here side-by-side

Unlike Apple’s previous attempts with more budget-friendly smartphones, all three of these models have the potential to set customers back almost $1,000 apiece, as phone prices are set to jump with optional increases in internal storage, as seen below:

With so many options now available for Apple enthusiasts, it can be difficult to decide which phone to opt for when purchasing your next smartphone upgrade. In an effort to help make things a bit clearer, we’ve compiled a quick summary highlighting each device’s unique specs and features:

iPhone XR Specs and Features:

⦁ 6.1-inch Retina display on an aluminum body with a glass back
⦁ Single camera rear-facing camera with a 12 megapixel wide-angle lense
⦁ Storage options of 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB
⦁ FaceID and other great features from iOS 12 come standard
⦁ A12 Bionic processor
⦁ Dual sim support

iPhone XS Specs and Features:

⦁ The XS comes with a 5.8-inch Retina display
⦁ Dual 12 megapixel rear-facing cameras on each device ensure the best possible photographs possible on an Apple device.
⦁ Storage options of 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB
⦁ A12 Bionic processor
⦁ Dual sim support

iPhone XS Max Specs and Features:

⦁ The XS Max has an impressive 6.5-inch ultra high definition display.
⦁ Dual 12 megapixel rear-facing cameras on each device ensure the best possible photographs possible on an Apple device.
⦁ Storage options of 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB
⦁ A12 Bionic processor
⦁ Dual sim support

All 3 models will have dual sim capability

Detail Comparison:

 

Model	iPhone XS	iPhone XS Max	iPhone XR
Pricing (USD)	$999 / $1,149 / $1,349	$1,099 / $1,249 / $1,449	$749 / $799 / $899
Dimensions	143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7mm (5.65 x 2.79 x 0.30 inches)	157.5 x 77.4 x 7.7mm (6.2 x 3.05 x 0.30 inches)	150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3mm (5.94 x 2.98 x 0.33 inches)
Weight	177g (6.24 ounces)	208g (7.34 ounces)	194g (6.84 ounces)
Screen size	5.8 inches (147.32mm)	6.5 inches (165.1mm)	6.1 inches (154.94mm)
Screen resolution	2,436 x 1,125 (458ppi)	2,688 x 1,242 (458ppi)	1,792 x 828 (326ppi)
Screen type	Super Retina OLED	Super Retina OLED	Liquid Retina LCD
Battery	Size not available (up to 20 hours talk time, 12 hours internet)	Size not available (up to 25 hours talk time, 13 hours internet)	Size not available (up to 25 hours talk time, 15 hours internet)
Internal storage	64 / 256 / 512GB	64 / 256 / 512GB	64 / 128 / 256GB
External storage	None	None	None
Rear camera	Dual cameras: Wide-angle, 12MP, f/1.8, 1.4μm pixel size Telephoto, 12MP, f/2.4	Dual cameras: Wide-angle, 12MP, f/1.8, 1.4μm pixel size Telephoto, 12MP, f/2.4	Wide-angle, 12MP, f/1.8, 1.4μm pixel size
Front-facing cam	7MP, f/2.2	7MP, f/2.2	7MP, f/2.2
Video capture	4K at 60fps	4K at 60fps	4K at 60fps
NFC	Yes	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	v5.0	v5.0	v5.0
SoC	Apple A12 Bionic	Apple A12 Bionic	Apple A12 Bionic
CPU	64-bit hexa-core	64-bit hexa-core	64-bit hexa-core
GPU	Quad-core	Quad-core	Quad-core
RAM	Not available	Not available	Not available
WiFi	Dual band, 802.11ac	Dual band, 802.11ac	Dual band, 802.11ac
Operating system	iOS 12	iOS 12	iOS 12
Other features	IP68 certified, Qi wireless charging	IP68 certified, Qi wireless charging	IP67 certified, Qi wireless charging

Clearly, you can’t go wrong with any of these new and improved Apple smartphones. While a couple hundred dollars can get you an improved screen resolution and size, this appears to be the only major difference between the iPhone XS and XS Max. Furthermore, those looking to upgrade while keeping it more budget-friendly may want to opt for the 64GB option, as Apple’s iCloud service now enables users to keep a majority of their data in the cloud.

At the end of the day, it appears that Apple is continuing along the well worn path of gradual upgrades to their devices. Despite the fact that none of these new iPhones offer features that make them must have devices, they still manage to offer enticing options to die-hard Apple fans and everyday smartphone users alike. Keeping true with their recent form, it appears that the most impressive upgrades made by Apple are on the software side of things, meaning that many current users will have access to the exciting benefits offered by iOS 12.

Our Conclusion

If you are apprehensive about the pricing go with the iPhone XR. You get all the main features as the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max but at a much lower cost. You also get a choice of more vibrant colors and selection. However, if you have the extra cash to spare, and care about the extra picture/resolution quality (very minor in our opinion) then the XS may be your choice.

We hope this helps you in your decision making when making a significant investment for the new iPhone!

– Cellunlocker.net Team