Apple iPhone X review: specs and price
What’s special about the iPhone X?
Released in October 2017, Apple’s iPhone X marks ten years since the first iPhone was released. Over the years, the iconic phone got better and better. iPhone X, however, doesn’t bring only important upgrades in terms of performance, but also a new, groundbreaking technology: the Face ID. Behind this advanced technology is Apple’s innovative A11 Bionic chipset. Here are the main highlights of the iPhone X.
Display
Apple iPhone X is the first one to feature an OLED display. The display measures 5.8-inch and has a resolution of 2436 x 1125 pixels, with an outstanding pixel density of 485 pixels per inch. The OLED display offers deep blacks, high brightness, and a contrast ratio of 1,000,000 to 1. Following a recent trend, Apple adopted the same aspect ratio that LG and Samsung used for their latest flagships: 19.5:9 ratio. This type of aspect ratio is great for watching videos or playing games.
Performance
Besides the display, another reason why the iPhone X is a great phone for gaming is its performance. Powered by the Apple A11 Bionic chipset, the first one to use a 10nm process size, the device is blazingly fast. It has two high-performance cores clocked at 2.53GHz (Moonson) and 4 energy-efficient scores with a clock speed of 1.42 GHz (Mistral). With 4300 million transistors and a 64-bit architecture, the device handles the most demanding tasks. iPhone X has 3GB of RAM and comes with 64GB or 256GB of internal storage.
Cameras
Apple iPhone X features a dual-lens main camera with a resolution of 12 megapixels. With a wide aperture of f/1.8 and optical image stabilization, it provides advanced noise reduction, enhanced zoom, and high-quality photos even in low light. The main camera supports 4K video recording and has a quad-LED flash with different color temperatures. It offers manual controls for ISO, white balance, exposure, as well as a variety of modes: timelapse, burst mode, panorama. When tested by DxOMark Image Labs, the camera achieved one of the highest scores: 97 out of 100, just one point less than the current leader, Google Pixel 2. You can check out the full comparison of these two flagships here.
The front TrueDepth camera has 7 megapixels and a wide aperture of f/2.2. Besides being great for selfies, it makes possible the complex facial mapping process, together with the dot projector, flood illuminator, and the infrared camera. This complex setting is the base of Apple’s groundbreaking Face ID, one of the most secure authentication methods. Using more than 30,000 invisible dots, the dot projector creates a unique map of your facial features by projecting the dots onto your face. The infrared camera detects the dot pattern and the flood illuminator comes into play in low light conditions. This way, your unique facial features are recognized even in the dark. While image-based facial recognition is available for certain Android devices, like the OnePlus 5T or Samsung Galaxy S8, the Face ID uses a different technology and is more accurate.
Battery
Apple never used large batteries for its devices and the iPhone X is no different. It has a 2716 mAh battery, but despite the relatively small capacity, the device is power-efficient and can run for 21 hours on one charge while using 3G. The all-new glass design makes wireless charging possible.
Apple iPhone X
Why is Apple iPhone X better than the average?
- Pixel density?
458ppivs353.3ppi - Resolution?
1125 x 2436pxvs1.91MP - Internal storage?
256GBvs88.52GB - Video recording (main camera)?
2160 x 60fpsvs53807.94fps - Wide aperture (main camera)?
f/2.4 & f/1.8vsf/1.9 - Bluetooth version?
5vs4.56 - Number of microphones?
3vs1.75 - Thickness?
7.7mmvs8.7mm
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User reviews
Overall Rating
Features
Build quality
9.2/10
40 votes
Display quality
8.8/10
40 votes
Battery life
6.8/10
40 votes
Photography
8.2/10
40 votes
Performance
8.2/10
40 votes
Design
weight
174g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
thickness
7.7mm
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
width
70.9mm
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
height
143.6mm
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔Apple iPhone X
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
The waterproof depth rating indicates how well the device is protected against water ingress and water pressure. Devices which can withstand more water pressure are better for swimming or diving.
volume
78.4cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
lowest potential operating temperature
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The minimum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.
Display
screen size
5.8"
The bigger the screen size is, the better the user experience.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
The type of technology used in the display.
pixel density
458ppi
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
resolution
1125 x 2436px
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
refresh rate
60Hz
The frequency at which the screen is refreshed. Higher frequency results in less flickering (less noise) and more natural movement representation in action-intense scenes.
brightness
625 nits
A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.
has branded damage-resistant glass
✔Apple iPhone X
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
Gorilla Glass version
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Gorilla Glass is one of the most popular brands of chemically strengthened glass, manufactured by Corning. Several versions have been developed, the newer ones being more durable and providing better damage resistance.
supports HDR10
✖Apple iPhone X
HDR10 is an HDR (high dynamic range) video technology. Compared to standard dynamic range (SDR) video, HDR10 video has greater contrast and color depth, resulting in more realistic images.
Performance
internal storage
256GB
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
RAM
3GB
Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of volatile memory used to store working data and machine code currently in use. It is a quick-access, temporary virtual storage that can be read and changed in any order, thus enabling fast data processing.
AnTuTu benchmark score
390318
AnTuTu is one of the most important benchmarks for Android devices. The score reflects the overall performance of a device by summing up results of individual tests that various parameters, such as RAM speed, CPU performance, 2D & 3D graphics performance.
Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). Source: 3DMark.
Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Unlimited version runs off-screen so that factors such as display resolution don’t affect the score. Source: 3DMark.
Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Extreme version is much more graphically-demanding than the standard Wild Life benchmark. Source: 3DMark.
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's multi-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2023)
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's single-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2023)
CPU speed
2 x 2.53GHz & 4 x 1.42GHz (Apple A11 Bionic)
The CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second can be executed by a CPU, considering all of its cores (processing units). It is calculated by adding the clock rates of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors employing different microarchitectures, of each group of cores.
Cameras
megapixels (main camera)
12MP & 12MP
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the main camera. A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image.
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the front camera. A higher megapixel count means that the front camera is capable of capturing more details, an essential factor for taking high-resolution selfies.
has built-in optical image stabilization
✔Apple iPhone X
Optical image stabilization uses gyroscopic sensors to detect the vibrations of the camera. The lens adjusts the optical path accordingly, ensuring that any type of motion blur is corrected before the sensor captures the image.
video recording (main camera)
2160 x 60fps
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.4 & f/1.8
With a wider aperture the sensor can capture more light, helping to avoid blur by enabling a faster shutter speed. It also provides a shallow depth of field, allowing you to blur the background to focus attention on the subject.
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔Apple iPhone X
A dual-tone flash has LED lights with different color temperatures, delivering a better color balance to photos and videos.
has a BSI sensor
✔Apple iPhone X
A BSI (backside illuminated) sensor is a camera image sensor which captures better quality images in poor lighting conditions, and offers better overall sharpness and image quality.
has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔Apple iPhone X
When recording movies they stay focussed and sharp.
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔Apple iPhone X
Phase-detection autofocus is much faster than a contrast detection autofocus, allowing for sharper images.
Operating system
has clipboard warnings
✖Apple iPhone X
This privacy feature alerts you with a small notification when an app copies data from your clipboard.
has location privacy options
✖Apple iPhone X
This privacy feature allows you to share your approximate location with an app instead of your precise location.
has camera/microphone privacy options
✖Apple iPhone X
You can enable or disable an app’s access to the camera or microphone on your device. There are also indication icons to show you when an app uses the camera or microphone.
has Mail Privacy Protection
✖Apple iPhone X
Mail Privacy Protection is a feature built into the default email app that blocks senders from using “tracking pixels” to see when you’ve read an email. It also hides your IP address from senders.
has theme customization
✖Apple iPhone X
Theme customization allows you to easily change the appearance of the user interface (UI). For example, by changing the system colors or the app icons.
can block app tracking
✖Apple iPhone X
Some apps track your activity even when the app is not in use. This privacy feature allows you to block this tracking, either across all apps or on a per-app basis.
blocks cross-site tracking
✔Apple iPhone X (iOS 11)
This setting (in the default browser) allows you to block cross-site tracking cookies and data to help protect your privacy.
has on-device machine learning
✖Apple iPhone X
On-device machine learning is used to recognize people, places, and more in the Photos app. The algorithms run on the device, where this sensitive data is then kept. Competing services upload the photos and perform this on their servers, which requires the sharing of personal data.
Can play games while they download
✖Apple iPhone X
This means you don’t have to wait for the entire game to download first, as the later stages of the game download while you are playing.
Battery
battery power
2716mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
has wireless charging
✔Apple iPhone X
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
Supports fast charging
✔Apple iPhone X
Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
charging speed
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Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, it is important to use a compatible charger.
wireless charging speed
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Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, a compatible wireless charger must be used.
has reverse wireless charging
✖Apple iPhone X
The device can be used as a wireless charging station to power other gadgets.
reverse wireless charging speed
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed.
has a removable battery
✖Apple iPhone X
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
Has an ultra power-saving mode
✖Apple iPhone X
The ultra power-saving mode, also called low power mode, is an effective way to extend the battery life of the device. Usually, it involves limiting screen brightness and contrast, disabling location services, restricting connectivity, and turning off nonessential apps.
Audio
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✖Apple iPhone X
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has stereo speakers
✔Apple iPhone X
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has aptX
✖Apple iPhone X
aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
has LDAC
✖Apple iPhone X
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX HD
✖Apple iPhone X
aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
has aptX Adaptive
✖Apple iPhone X
aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
Has a radio
✖Apple iPhone X
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
Has dedicated media keys
✖Apple iPhone X
Phones with physical keyboards have dedicated media keys, such as: play, stop, next, previous, volume up/down, etc.
Features
has 5G support
✖Apple iPhone X
The fifth-generation wireless technology delivers higher speeds and lower latency than the previous, fourth-generation tech.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
download speed
600MBits/s
The download speed is a measurement of the internet connection bandwidth, representing the maximum data transfer rate at which a device can access online content.
upload speed
150MBits/s
The upload speed is a measurement of the internet connection bandwidth, representing the maximum data transfer rate at which a device can send information to a server or another device.
Has USB Type-C
✖Apple iPhone X
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
Newer USB versions are faster and have better power management.
has NFC
✔Apple iPhone X
NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments. Note: this feature may not be available in all markets.
SIM cards
1 SIM
The number and type of SIM cards supported.
Has a fingerprint scanner
✖Apple iPhone X
The device has a fingerprint scanner which identifies the user.
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Comments
Dylan
9 months ago
10 / 10
Great smartphone for the price
Dylan
9 months ago
10 / 10
For an almost 5 year old smartphone, the iPhone X is still a pretty decent phone. The battery I hear isn’t the greatest, I can’t really say because mine is at 84% health. It has the amazing build quality and great screen quality that Apple is known for. The camera can be glitchy and when you take a picture, you still have to hold it a few more seconds or else it will take a picture of the floor. It has been starting to slow down though, but a new battery might make it a bit faster. It does lag in games and gets very hot though. It’s not a deal breaker, but something you live with, and if the game allows you to turn down the settings, than you’re in luck. Overall it’s been a pretty good phone for the past 15 months.
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Erick
1 year ago
8 / 10
Un teléfono muy bonito y elegante.
Erick
1 year ago
8 / 10
Es un teléfono de gama alta, incorporando por primera vez la pantalla completa, eliminando por completo el botón home. Además de incluir la tecnología TrueTone en la pantalla y el FaceID. Es pequeño en comparación de las versiones Plus, sin embargo es más pantalla. Su rendimiento es realmente bueno, un teléfono potente. Sin embargo su baterías no ayuda, siendo de una capacidad muy reducida.
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AMIR IRFAN BIN MOHD RAZAK
1 year ago
10 / 10
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AMIR IRFAN BIN MOHD RAZAK
1 year ago
10 / 10
I using this for years and its very Good 👍👍👍