iPhone X iPhone X or iPhone XR ??

[vivek28]

I would be getting one of them shortly unlocked..

Which one you think would be better .. considering the price is almost same. 699 at bestbuy.

I like texting, calls, spotify, using in my runs(in the pocket) and youtube mostly.

I went to store to compare the two and found that video rendering was touch more smoother on XS/X than XR.

Considering Dark Mode coming to the iOS, OLED screens would be better for that..


Also what do you think about the size ?

 

[eoblaed]

This is all highly subjective, of course. I have a XS Max, so for me, that's the right device. I see the XR as a budget version of the phone with a big downgrade in display from the X.

I'd probably go with the X over the XR, but any version of the XS over either of those.

 

[vivek28]

You are right.. but XS versions comes at 300+ USD surplus atleast

699 for X or 999 for XS ?

 

[PaladinGuy]

Personally, I’d go with the X. However, I have small hands and prefer smaller sized phones. I also prefer the OLED screen.

 

[vivek28]

Personally, I’d go with the X. However, I have small hands and prefer smaller sized phones. I also prefer the OLED screen.

Same thoughts even i like the X size.

XR is huge but everyone says its the one to get lol ( better battery, better camera, better silicon, stereo recording, better speakers) but no OLED and big SIZE.

I wish I had more dollars to get a XS.. is XS really worth it that extra..

 

[44267547]

XR is huge but everyone says its the one to get lol ( better battery, better camera, better silicon, stereo recording, better speakers) but no OLED and big SIZE..

For the price point, if you can handle the size of the XR, it offers almost just as many features as the iPhone X does, obviously aside from 3D Touch, OLED panel, the dual camera and the telephoto lens. But in terms of wireless charging, true tone, stereo speakers, the same water resistance, and it will see support longer with the A12 processor versus the A11. All things to consider in that purchase.

 

[KOTN91]

You are right.. but XS versions comes at 300+ USD surplus atleast

699 for X or 999 for XS ?

Yes, but that poster comes from the “only the best Is good enough” school of thought, the gift that keeps giving to Apple. Probs saving a lot of money living in mum’s basement.

Of course, there is minimal difference (in fact are there any differences??) between the X and the XS, apart from Mimo whatever that is, so you should defo get the X and spend the £300 delta on something cool instead. I would probably pick the XR over the X though

 

[tonybarnaby]

XS, followed by the other 2. At this point you obviously want the XS, so if you get the other 2 you’ll most likely be questioning yourself. That’s why this is an expensive hobby.

 

[Regular_User]

Had same problem, tech wise I decided to go with XR, went to store and the size and weight (ergonomy overall) of XR killed me and finally got X. Today if I was to make same choice I would go with XS with zero doubts (but very happy with the X as for now). The new camera of XS makes it all better

 

[vivek28]

Had same problem, tech wise I decided to go with XR, went to store and the size and weight (ergonomy overall) of XR killed me and finally got X. Today if I was to make same choice I would go with XS with zero doubts (but very happy with the X as for now). The new camera of XS makes it all better

is XS camera really that better in real life ? Which produces more natural photos? I heard XS and XR does produce soft(similar to beauty mode) images compared to X..

 

[majkom]

If you care about camera then Xr>X

 

[44267547]

is XS camera really that better in real life ? Which produces more natural photos? I heard XS and XR does produce soft(similar to beauty mode) images compared to X..

The advantage to the XS camera is the smart HDR/telephoto lens. But if you really want to break it down, I don’t think ’Non-Tech’ consumers really will be able tell the difference between the photo quality. Maybe a camera aficionado would be able to, but for the majority, I doubt that.

 

[vivek28]

If you care about camera then Xr>X

Mostly.. but XR camera does warps the shape of the car here compared to XS due to single lens image processing maybe..

Source: Appleinsider

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The advantage to the XS camera is the smart HDR/telephoto lens. But if you really want to break it down, I don’t think ’Non-Tech’ consumers really will be able tell the difference between the photo quality. Maybe a camera aficionado would be able to, but for the majority, I doubt that.

I always count... moments > camera quality

 

[pika2000]

If you prefer smaller phone, X. If you don't mind the size, XR. Just to echo others here, the A12's capability of smart HDR is really great. It makes taking good photos in what used to be challenging situations (eg. backlit, direct sunlight, shadows, etc) effortless.

 

[Skika]

Go for the XR or XS.

 

[apolloa]

is XS camera really that better in real life ? Which produces more natural photos? I heard XS and XR does produce soft(similar to beauty mode) images compared to X..

Ah you mentioned the camera, if it’s important to you then XR over the X every day. It’s camera is a huge improvement as are the XS, Apple made big leaps with the cameras in the current models.
Also if you use Zoomed screen mode then the XR and XS Max are the only devices that have this feature, the X and XS don’t. So I have an XR as I do use the feature and the Max is too big and expensive. Although I did seriously consider changing not too long ago. However rumours are of a 6.1” OLED XR so I’ll wait for that.

Best thing to do is go to a store and try them yourself, I’ve got used to the XR size but it’s pushing my limits, I wouldn’t go any bigger.

 

[vivek28]

Ah you mentioned the camera, if it’s important to you then XR over the X every day. It’s camera is a huge improvement as are the XS, Apple made big leaps with the cameras in the current models.
Also if you use Zoomed screen mode then the XR and XS Max are the only devices that have this feature, the X and XS don’t. So I have an XR as I do use the feature and the Max is too big and expensive. Although I did seriously consider changing not too long ago. However rumours are of a 6.1” OLED XR so I’ll wait for that.

Best thing to do is go to a store and try them yourself, I’ve got used to the XR size but it’s pushing my limits, I wouldn’t go any bigger.

XR is big..

If you prefer smaller phone, X. If you don't mind the size, XR. Just to echo others here, the A12's capability of smart HDR is really great. It makes taking good photos in what used to be challenging situations (eg. backlit, direct sunlight, shadows, etc) effortless.

So XR got a good camera.. I like the size of X ( but A11, weak camera, weak battery.. really ? )

 

[noobinator]

Get whatever one feels best in your hand. The differences aren't that huge.

 

[pika2000]

XR is big..

So XR got a good camera.. I like the size of X ( but A11, weak camera, weak battery.. really ? )

If size AND camera is your priority, then see if your budget allows you to get the XS.

In the end, it’s up to you. If I were in your shoes and spending that amount of money, I would prefer to get the latest hardware (XR) and cope with the size than the previous generation one (X). But that’s me. If smaller size is really really important, I would consider the iPhone 8 and save some money over the X. The X is really in an odd position (which is why Apple discontinued it from the lineup).

 

[apolloa]

XR is big..



So XR got a good camera.. I like the size of X ( but A11, weak camera, weak battery.. really ? )

Well I went from a 6S to the XR, I’ve kinda got used to it. Not saying if they launch a new decent spec SE2 in a smaller size I wouldn’t get one! But you do get used to the size.

 

[lyceumHQ]

I went from an 8 to an XR. I couldn’t love the phone any more.

I wasn’t impressed with the X so got the 8. Xs and Max didn’t impress me either. The Xr did.

But that’s me. Did you get the Xr when your heart is set on an X or Xs then you’ll regret it.

 

[rhinosrcool]

My vote is for the XR. In a week or so, that's what I'm getting. The Blue looks great.

 

[tt061282]

I’m just glad there’s people who actually realize that the Xʀ is actually a better phone than the iPhone X. Wouldn’t believe the people I have argued this point with.

A lot of people want to make it OLED vs LCD, but there’s so much more too it. The only things the X has over the Xʀ is the OLED, 3DTouch and a telephoto lens. However even with the telephoto lens in the X .. the Xʀ still has the better camera. Then 3DTouch is a subjective thing. There’s rumors going around that none of the new iPhones will have the feature. Then of course the OLED and stainless steel build.

With the Xʀ however you get better battery life, bigger screen, better camera, better GPU and better SoC.

I’ve noticed a lot of people who had bought the X in August or September trying to justify there purchases and having a hard time admitting they could’ve just waited and gotten the Xʀ for $250 cheaper. I’m sorry to those X owners who try and believe and hope that a 2017 phone is “better” than an iPhone that came after the X did. Just because it’s $250 cheaper doesn’t make it a worse device. It’s makes it a bit more “consumer” friendly. With the Xʀ you get 93% of the XS Max features at 72% of the cost...

Trust me I’m one of those people. I own an iPhone X, Xʀ and XS Max. To be honest since October 26th I have used my Max less than 5 times ...

 

[MacLappy]

Assuming you are not getting some special awesome discount which is only applicable right now and that your current phone is still usable.

If you are willing to wait for slightly more than 5 months the new iPhones will most likely be available. Best time to purchase an item that is on a yearly cycle is right at the start of the cycle, assuming the same price.

If you are not willing to wait and size is not an issue buy an iPhone XR. (Best iPhone available right now for most people.)

If you are not willing to wait and size is an issue but cost is not, buy an iPhone XS.

If you are not willing to wait and both size, cost are issues, buy an iPhone X.

 

[EugW]

People keep forgetting this but the XR is basically a Max with a slightly smaller LCD screen, and the 2X lens removed. In other words, the XR shows the exact same amount of information as the Max but with a reduced screen size.

Both the XR and Max show significantly more on-screen information than the X/XS.

Also, both the XR and Max support zoomed display mode if that matters to you. The X/XS does not.