Edward Collins
Nov 17, 2023
iPhone XR and XS are Apple’s two phones that have long sparked a debate over which one’s better than the other.
The technology giant Apple, which has been leading the realm of technological innovations and sophisticated gadgets for decades now, launched its premium-tier and ever-acclaimed devices, iPhone XR and XS almost five years ago in 2018. However, the question under discussion has since remained unanswered.
In order to get to know the truth, one is bound to commit a fair analysis and only then attempt to make the basis to choose between iPhone XR and XS. Otherwise, it would be termed as Prejudice in favour of anyone.
Spec comparison: iPhone XR and XS
| Features/Specs | iPhone XR | iPhone XS |
| SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Size | 6.1 inches, 90.3 cm2 | 5.8 inches, 84.4 cm2 |
| Battery | Li-Ion 2942 mAh, non-removable (11.16 Wh) | Li-Ion 2658 mAh, non-removable (10.13 Wh) |
| Dimensions | 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm (5.94 x 2.98 x 0.33 in) | 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm (5.65 x 2.79 x 0.30 in) |
| Resolutions | 828 x 1792 pixels | 1125 x 2436 pixels |
| OS | iOS 12, upgradable to iOS 16.5 | iOS 12, upgradable to iOS 16.5, planned upgrade to iOS 17 |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.5 GHz Vortex + 4x1.6 GHz Tempest) | Hexa-core (2x2.5 GHz Vortex + 4x1.6 GHz Tempest) |
| Card Slot | — | — |
| Main Camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Selfie Camera | 7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard) | 7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard) |
| Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Price | From $210 | From $239.99 |
According to some market experts’ opinion, the iPhone XR appears to have retained the best of the eye-watering features offered by the two devices. However, some also say that this reported difference between the two is justified well in view of the price difference between both devices.
In an attempt to pave the ground for just decision-making regarding compatibility and specifications differences between the two devices, above Gad Insider has put together all the facts and figures involving features and characteristics offered by them.
DISCLAIMER: The prices are taken as of November 17, 2023 and are subject to change over time.
