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Apple iPhone X vs iPhone 8 vs iPhone 8 Plus: Here are all the specs differences

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Apple iPhone X vs iPhone 8 vs iPhone 8 Plus: Here are all the specs differences

The iPhone X, iPhone 8, and iPhone 8 Plus are now official, following months of numerous leaks, enticing rumors, and gossip. As usual, new iPhone releases are not only the highlight of the year for fans of everything Apple, but for almost all other smartphone geeks out there, who simply can't wait to praise, or on the contrary - heavily criticize Cupertino and just about anything that gets shown on stage.


In what's quite possibly the largest iPhone release so far, Apple has not only updated its flagship iPhones, but also introduced a whole new 10th anniversary edition that is easily one of this year's head-turners.

But how does it differ from the more regular and traditional iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus? What sets it apart except for the obvious design difference? Here's what you need to know:

Apple iPhone X vs Apple iPhone 8 vs Apple iPhone 8 Plus

Apple iPhone X

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Apple iPhone 8

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Apple iPhone 8 Plus

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Display
Display size5.8 inches4.7 inches5.5 inches
Resolution1125 x 2436 pixels750 x 1334 pixels1080 x 1920 pixels
Pixel density

Pixel density - The pixel density of a display represents the number of pixels over an area of one inch. It’s measured in “pixels per inch”, or ppi. The higher the number, the more detailed and good-looking the display is.

459 ppi326 ppi401 ppi
Technology

Technology - There are two main screen technologies currently used in phones and tablets: LCD and AMOLED. The former usually features a light source and liquid crystals, while the latter is based on organic light-emitting diodes. Newer LCD variations like IPS-LCD and Super-LCD allow for very accurate color reproduction and very wide viewing angles, where no significant image quality loss is observed. Current AMOLED screens differ in such a way that they can exhibit much more saturated colors (sometimes too much) and incredibly high contrast levels, which is due to black color being completely black in AMOLED displays.

OLEDIPS LCDIPS LCD
Screen-to-body ratio

Screen-to-body ratio - Shows what part of the frontal area of a phone its screen occupies.

82.35 %65.34 %67.47 %
Colors16 777 21616 777 21616 777 216
Peak brightness625 cd/m2 (nit)625 cd/m2 (nit)625 cd/m2 (nit)
Camera
RearYesYesYes
Main camera12 megapixels12 megapixels12 megapixels
Sapphire crystal lens cover, Optical image stabilization, Phase detection autofocus, CMOS image sensor, Back-illuminated sensor (BSI)Sapphire crystal lens cover, Optical image stabilization, Phase detection autofocus, CMOS image sensor, Back-illuminated sensor (BSI)Sapphire crystal lens cover, Optical image stabilization, Phase detection autofocus, CMOS image sensor, Back-illuminated sensor (BSI)
SpecificationsAperture size: F1.8; Focal length: 28 mm; Sensor size: 1/3"; Pixel size: 1.22 μmAperture size: F1.8; Focal length: 28 mm; Sensor size: 1/3"; Pixel size: 1.22 μmAperture size: F1.8; Focal length: 28 mm; Sensor size: 1/3"; Pixel size: 1.22 μm
Second camera12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Sapphire crystal lens cover, Optical image stabilization, Phase detection autofocus, CMOS image sensor, Back-illuminated sensor (BSI) Sapphire crystal lens cover, Phase detection autofocus, CMOS image sensor, Back-illuminated sensor (BSI)
SpecificationsAperture size: F2.4; Focal Length: 52 mm; Sensor size: 1/3.4"; Pixel size: 1 μm; Optical zoom: 2x Aperture size: F2.8; Focal Length: 56 mm; Sensor size: 1/3.4"; Pixel size: 1 μm; Optical zoom: 2x
FlashQuad LEDQuad LEDQuad LED
Software FeaturesRAW image capture, HDR, Panorama, Face detection, Burst mode, Exposure compensation, ISO control, White balance presets, Touch to focus, Self-timer, Digital zoom, Geo taggingHDR, Panorama, Face detection, Burst mode, Exposure compensation, Touch to focus, Digital zoom, Geo taggingRAW image capture, HDR, Panorama, Face detection, Burst mode, Exposure compensation, ISO control, White balance presets, Touch to focus, Self-timer, Digital zoom, Geo tagging
Video recording3840x2160 (4K) (60 fps), 1920x1080 (1080p HD) (240 fps), 1280x720 (720p HD) (30 fps)3840x2160 (4K) (60 fps), 1920x1080 (1080p HD) (240 fps)3840x2160 (4K) (60 fps), 1920x1080 (1080p HD) (240 fps), 1280x720 (720p HD)
FeaturesOptical image stabilization, Time-lapse video, Continuous autofocus, Video light, Video calling, Video sharingOptical image stabilization, Time-lapse video, Continuous autofocus, Picture-taking during video recording, Video lightOptical image stabilization, Time-lapse video, Continuous autofocus, Picture-taking during video recording, Video light, Video calling, Video sharing
Front7 megapixels7 megapixels7 megapixels
Video capture1920x1080 (1080p HD) (30 fps)1920x1080 (1080p HD) (30 fps)1920x1080 (1080p HD) (30 fps)
Design
Dimensions5.65 x 2.79 x 0.30 inches (143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm)5.45 x 2.65 x 0.29 inches (138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm)6.24 x 3.07 x 0.30 inches (158.4 x 78.1 x 7.5 mm)
Weight6.14 oz (174 g)
the average is 5.9 oz (169 g)		5.22 oz (148 g)
the average is 5.9 oz (169 g)		7.13 oz (202 g)
the average is 5.9 oz (169 g)
MaterialsMain body: Glass; Accents: Stainless steelMain body: Glass; Accents: AluminumMain body: Glass; Accents: Aluminum
ResistanceWater, DustWater, DustWater, Dust
IP certified

IP certified - The IP code indicates the degree of protection against dust and water. The first number represents dust protection, while the second represents water protection. In IP67, for example, 6 means a completely dust-tight device, while 7 means the device can stay immersed in up to 1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes. In IP68, a higher level of water protection is expected, but exact numbers aren't specified: both depth and continuance are specified by the manufacturer on per device basis.

IP 67IP 67IP 67
Biometrics

Biometrics - Features and sensors that replace a traditional PIN or password as means of identification when unlocking your device.

Facial recognitionFingerprint (touch)Fingerprint (touch)
Hardware & Performance
System chip

System chip - Most modern handsets use an advanced chip that includes many of the device’s hardware modules like the processor, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and sometimes even the wireless radio. This field shows what particular system chip (or System-on-a-Chip) is used in the phone.

Apple A11 Bionic APL1W72Apple A11 Bionic APL1W72Apple A11 Bionic APL1W72
Processor

Processor - The processor is the main computing component of a phone and is a major factor when it comes to the overall speed of the device. Some more powerful smartphones use dual-core and quad-core processors designed to deliver greater performance.

Hexa-core, 2390 MHz, Monsoon and Mistral, 64-bit, 10 nmHexa-core, 2390 MHz, Monsoon and Mistral, 64-bit, 10 nmHexa-core, 2390 MHz, Monsoon and Mistral, 64-bit, 10 nm
GPU

GPU - The graphics processor is important for the smooth operation of the system and especially in games and other applications that may involve complex graphics and animations.

Apple 3-core GPUApple 3-core GPUApple 3-core GPU
Memory

Memory - System memory, or RAM memory is the type of memory that the device uses to temporarily store data from the OS or currently-running apps. The more RAM available to the device, the better the performance will be when multiple or heavier programs are running.

3 GB2 GB3 GB
TypeLPDDR4LPDDR4LPDDR4
Internal storage

Internal storage - Bigger storage capacity allows you to keep more content saved onto your device, such as more applications, photos or video. Games and video content typically take up the biggest amount of storage space.

256 GB256 GB256 GB
OSiOS (12.x, 11.x)iOS (12.x, 11.x)iOS (12.x, 11.x)
Battery
Capacity

Capacity - The bigger, the better! However, battery capacity is not the only factor that has an effect on battery life. Those include the chipset in use, the software running on the device, as well as the consumer's unique usage pattern.

2716 mAh1821 mAh2691 mAh
Fast ChargingUSB Power DeliveryUSB Power DeliveryUSB Power Delivery
Wireless charging

Wireless charging - Allows the device to charge wirelessly when placed on a compatible wireless charging pad or stand. While convenient, wireless charging is usually slower than traditional wired charging.

Built-inBuilt-inBuilt-in
Talk time

Talk time - As rated by manufacturer.

 14.00 hours
the average is 21 h (1234 min)		 
Talk time (3G)

Talk time (3G) - As rated by manufacturer.

21.00 hours
the average is 22 h (1329 min)		 21.00 hours
the average is 22 h (1329 min)
Music playback

Music playback - As rated by manufacturer.

60.00 hours40.00 hours60.00 hours
Video playback

Video playback - As rated by manufacturer.

13.00 hours13.00 hours14.00 hours
Cellular
GSM850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
UMTS850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz850, 900, 1700/2100 MHz850, 900, 1700/2100 MHz
LTE (FDD)Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66
LTE (TDD)Bands 38, 39, 40, 41Bands 38, 39, 40, 41Bands 38, 39, 40, 41
DataLTE-A Cat 12/13 (600/150 Mbit/s), HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s, HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s, UMTSLTE-A Cat 12/13 (600/150 Mbit/s), HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s, HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/sLTE-A Cat 12/13 (600/150 Mbit/s), LTE-A, HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s, HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s
Connectivity
Mobile PaymentApple PayApple PayApple Pay
Multimedia
Screen mirroring Wireless screen shareWireless screen share
Shopping information
MSRP price$ 1149$ 849$ 949

$645.00 Apple iPhone 8 on Amazon
$740.22 Apple iPhone 8 Plus on Amazon
$1,199.85 Apple iPhone X on Amazon

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