I scream, you scream, we all scream for… iPhone! But which one?
Apple has released quite the lineup of smartphones over the past few years, each one topping the last. What some might not be aware of are the major and subtle differences between the models. We’d all like to think that the latest truly is the greatest, but you could also be just as satisfied with an older model depending on your needs.
Starting with 2017’s iPhone 8 and running up to the most recent iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max, we saved you some research and compared all of the latest models from the last two years.
iPhone Comparison
As it turns out, the last two years of iPhone models do have several similar features that can be found in each one. If the following checks off most of your list, you could be satisfied with an iPhone 8.
Here’s what iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max all have in common:
- Wireless charging
- True Tone display
- Wide color display
- 3D Touch
- At least a Rated IP67 for water resistance: up to 1 Meter under water resistance for up to 30 minutes
- Auto HDR for photos
- 4K video recording
- Optical stabilization
- FaceTime video
Let’s break down the major differences across the models.
| iPhone 8 | iPhone 8 Plus | iPhone X | iPhone XR | iPhone XS | iPhone XS Max | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chip | A11 Bionic Chip | A11 Bionic Chip | A11 Bionic Chip | A12 Bionic Chip | A12 Bionic Chip | A12 Bionic Chip |
| Screen Size | 4.7" | 5.5" | 5.8" | 6.1" | 5.8" | 6.5" |
| Display | Retina HD | Retina HD | Super Retina HD | Liquid Retina HD | Super Retina HD | Super Retina HD |
| Camera | 12MP | Dual 12MP wide-angle and telephoto cameras | Dual 12MP wide-angle and telephoto cameras | 12MP | Dual 12MP wide-angle and telephoto cameras | Dual 12MP wide-angle and telephoto cameras |
| ID System | Touch ID | Touch ID | Face ID | Face ID | Face ID | Face ID |
| IP Rating | IP67: can resist damage up to 1 meter in water for 30 minutes | IP67: can resist damage up to 1 meter in water for 30 minutes | IP67: can resist damage up to 1 meter in water for 30 minutes | IP67: can resist damage up to 1 meter in water for 30 minutes | IP68: can resist damage up to 2 meters in water for 30 minutes | IP68: can resist damage up to 2 meters in water for 30 minutes |
| Animjoi/Memoji? | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced Photo Depth Control? | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
So, Which Is Best?
The question is: are the new iPhones really better? It comes down to what you need out of a phone.
If you’re set with the first group of features mentioned, you can save hundreds and choose an iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus. If FaceID, better display and advanced features are more your thing, you can still save hundreds by choosing a certified pre-owned iPhone at Gazelle.com. We offer a variety of carriers, models, conditions and pricing so that you can get the phone you deserve for much less. Check out the store today.