Comparing iPhone Xr and Xs: Both Released Long Ago, Which Product Should You Buy?

If you're torn between whether to buy the iPhone Xr or iPhone Xs at this moment, let's compare them to find the answer! Over 4 years since their debut by Apple, the allure of these once-flagship phones, iPhone Xr and iPhone Xs, still persists. Especially now, with prices being quite reasonable and their features still not outdated.

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1. Comparing iPhone Xr and iPhone Xs: A slight difference in design

Both models share the same size and familiar bunny ear design, meaning they're both crafted from a single block with two glass sides and a metal frame, creating a soft, comfortable feel and a good grip.

However, turning to the front, we'll notice the difference as the iPhone Xr has a larger screen than the iPhone Xs. Additionally, the screen bezel of the iPhone Xr is thicker, and the frame of the iPhone Xs is finished with stainless steel compared to the aluminum frame on the iPhone Xr.

Thanks to its shiny steel frame, the iPhone Xs will be much more durable when accidentally dropped. The aluminum frame is more prone to dents upon impact.

The back of the iPhone Xs also stands out with its vertically arranged dual cameras, instead of a single camera on the iPhone Xr. However, Apple equips the iPhone Xr with more youthful color options, suitable for the younger generation, instead of just 3 classic colors on the iPhone Xs.

Overall, thanks to its thin bezels and a screen size that's just right, the iPhone Xs will have a compact appearance, easy to hold in the palm of your hand. With its glossy and luxurious phone frame, it will be suitable for those with small hands, especially female users.

For those who are dynamic, enjoy vibrant and youthful colors, and prefer a larger device with a firm grip, the iPhone Xr would be the perfect choice.

2. The iPhone Xr screen is larger but slightly inferior in quality compared to Xs

Is there a difference between the screens of iPhone Xr and iPhone Xs? The answer is yes, iPhone Xr offers a 6.1-inch display, slightly larger than the 5.8-inch screen on the iPhone Xs. However, in terms of display quality, the iPhone Xs stands out significantly.

Specifically, the iPhone Xr is only equipped with an LCD screen with Liquid Retina technology slightly better than HD. On the other hand, with the iPhone Xs, we get to experience an OLED display, HDR display mode, Super Retina resolution above Full HD.

With specifications like these, it can be concluded that the iPhone Xs has much better display capabilities than the iPhone Xr. Colors will be more vibrant with the AMOLED display, and the contrast will also be higher. And thanks to the high resolution, the iPhone Xs screen is completely sharp and detailed, making it perhaps a better choice for watching movies and playing games despite the size difference.

3. The iPhone Xs camera will help users capture better long-distance zoom shots

Another difference between the iPhone Xr and Xs is the highly professional camera system in both design and function. The iPhone Xr has a single camera system while the iPhone Xs adds a second lens that allows for up to 2x optical zoom.

Photos taken from the main camera of both iPhone models don't differ much, stemming from similar technical specifications. This includes a 12 MP wide-angle lens with an f1.8 aperture and optical image stabilization. Additionally, they both have the same image sensor, image processing software, and intelligent HDR feature.

However, thanks to the second telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom and switching to digital zoom to zoom in further, the photos and videos at the same 2x magnification on the iPhone Xs will be sharper. This is because the iPhone Xr relies on software to crop images rather than using a high-quality lens naturally.

Although equipped with only a single camera, the photo-taking ability of the iPhone Xr is also very good. It's worth mentioning the portrait mode capability on this iPhone is top-notch thanks to the bokeh effect. Therefore, the iPhone Xr remains a worthy choice to consider if you don't demand too much in photography.

The front cameras of both iPhone Xr and iPhone Xs have a resolution of 7 MP, integrating TrueDepth features with similar capabilities such as HDR, face detection, slow-motion video recording, 4K video recording, Full HD video recording, autofocus, and depth-of-field effect.

• DxOMark: iPhone Xr is the best single-camera smartphone.

4. Performance shows no difference, but battery is the highlight of iPhone Xr

While there are differences in screen and camera, the performance between the two models will almost be the same. Both the iPhone Xr and iPhone Xs share the A12 Bionic processor.

And at this point, the Apple A12 still provides smooth usage for basic tasks and handles every lightweight game on the Apple Store steadily. However, due to its age, heavier games like Genshin Impact may occasionally experience FPS drops if the device overheats.

Both these mobile devices have 3 GB of RAM and various options for internal storage. This configuration still runs smoothly even when you have multiple apps open in the background or even when running games. Whether you choose the iPhone Xr or iPhone Xs, you'll have similar performance.

• How does the performance of iPhone Xr compare to iPhone Xs?

In terms of battery life, the 2,942 mAh battery on the iPhone Xr will provide much better usage time compared to the 2,658 mAh battery on the iPhone Xs, especially since the iPhone Xr has a lower resolution screen.

However, overall, the battery life on the iPhone Xr and iPhone Xs promises to ensure users' experience with hardware optimization. However, the iPhone Xr will receive a plus point for having significantly better battery life than the iPhone Xs.

In conclusion, although the Xr is not highly rated for display capabilities, we have a fairly stable battery. So if you prioritize daily usage time, the iPhone Xr will be the answer for you.

5. Release date, official price of iPhone Xr and iPhone Xs, current promotions

iPhone Xs and Xr were launched in September 2018, but currently, the iPhone Xr is still very popular and available for official purchase at TGDĐ, while the iPhone Xs is no longer available in the market with new units as Apple has ceased sales. So now you can only buy it in the form of used 99% condition, refurbished,...

In my opinion, at this moment, the iPhone Xr will be suitable for users who like a device with a budget-friendly price, good performance within the price range, comfortable to hold, large screen, and long-lasting battery life for comfortable usage without being outdated.

As for the iPhone Xs, it will be suitable for iPhone enthusiasts who want a compact, premium device at an affordable price, well-crafted from Apple. However, there are many risks associated with buying used items, so users need to be vigilant in choosing a reputable establishment to trust.

In the article, I have compared the iPhone Xr and iPhone Xs. Which one would you choose at this moment? Leave your comments below to let me know!

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