iPhone X
The phone that killed the home button and started the notch era.
The iPhone X is a flagship Apple smartphone released Nov 2017, with a launch price of $999. It pairs the Apple A11 Bionic with a 5.8" OLED 60 Hz display, a 12 MP · f/1.8 main camera and a 2,716 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 68/100 — A landmark 2017 iPhone — historically huge, technically dated. Standout strengths: introduced face id and the all-screen design. and first oled iphone — excellent display for its time. Main trade-off: no 5g; stuck on ios 16.
A landmark 2017 iPhone — historically huge, technically dated.
The iPhone X redefined the smartphone with Face ID and the notch. Today it is a collectible: no 5G, a small battery and the end of its iOS road make it a museum piece rather than a daily driver.
Read the full review- Introduced Face ID and the all-screen design.
- First OLED iPhone — excellent display for its time.
- Premium stainless-steel build.
- Dual camera with 2× optical zoom.
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How the iPhone X compares
| iPhone X | Galaxy Note 8 | iPad (10th gen, 2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 68 | 68 | 68 |
| Chipset | Apple A11 Bionic | SD 835 | Apple A14 Bionic |
| Display | 5.8" OLED 60 Hz | 6.3" QHD+ AMOLED | 10.9" LCD |
| Main camera | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 12 MP · f/1.7 | 12 MP |
| Battery | 2,716 mAh | 3,300 mAh | 7,606 mAh |
| Launch price | $999 | $929 | $449 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the iPhone X released?
The iPhone X was released in Nov 2017.
How much does the iPhone X cost?
The iPhone X launched at $999 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the iPhone X screen size and type?
The iPhone X has a 5.8" OLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the iPhone X use?
The iPhone X is powered by the Apple A11 Bionic chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPhone X have?
The iPhone X ships with 3 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPhone X battery capacity?
The iPhone X has a 2,716 mAh battery.
How fast does the iPhone X charge?
The iPhone X supports ~18 W (Lightning) wired charging.
Does the iPhone X have wireless charging?
The iPhone X supports 7.5 W Qi wireless charging.
What is the iPhone X main camera?
The iPhone X has a 12 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
Does the iPhone X have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the iPhone X includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 12 MP, f/2.4, 2× optical, OIS.
Does the iPhone X have 5G?
The iPhone X does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the iPhone X waterproof?
The iPhone X is rated IP67 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the iPhone X weigh?
The iPhone X weighs 174 g.
What colours does the iPhone X come in?
The iPhone X is available in 2 colours: Space Gray, Silver.
Is the iPhone X worth buying?
The iPhone X redefined the smartphone with Face ID and the notch. Today it is a collectible: no 5G, a small battery and the end of its iOS road make it a museum piece rather than a daily driver. SpecEagle gives the iPhone X an editorial score of 68/100.
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