Apple iPhone X
Specs
General
| Device Type | Apple Iphone |
| Model | A1865, A1901, A1902, A1903 |
| Announced | 12 September, 2017 |
| Released | 21 October, 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
Design
| Water Resistant | Water resistant (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 1 meter), IP67 |
| Dimensions | 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight | 174 g |
| Protection | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), stainless steel frame |
| Colors | Space Gray, Silver |
Display
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | Super Retina OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 625 nits (HBM) |
| Size | 5.8 inches (14.73 cm) |
| Resolution | 1125x2436 px (FHD+) |
| Display Colors Display Colors is refers to the number of different shades of colors that the screen is capable of displaying => 64K colors, 256K colors and 16 million colors, Obviously 16M is highest available range of colors and better than others. | 16M colors |
| Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality. | 463 ppi |
| Touch Screen | 3D Touch Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Display Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. | Scratch-resistant glass |
| Features |
Dolby Vision/HDR10 compliant, Wide color gamut display, 3D Touch display, True-tone display Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic, IP67 certified - dust and water resistant, Siri natural language commands and dictation, Water resistant up to 1 meter and 30 minutes, iCloud service, Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified), Google Maps, Audio/video/photo editor, Apple Pay + Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified), Waterproof, Voice memo/command/dial, Document editor |
| Secondary Display | No |
Camera
| Front Camera | 7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard) |
| Camera Setup | Double |
| Main Camera Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality. |
12 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom |
| Image | 4000 x 3000 Pixels |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fp |
| Camera Features | f/1.8 & f/2.4, phase detection, OIS, 2x optical zoom, Geo-tagging, simultaneous 4K video and 8MP image recording, touch focus, face/smile detection, HDR (photo/panorama), Video (2160p@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps) |
| Flash Flash Light => There is commonly two types of flash lights are used in camera mobile phones, LED Flash (LED flash offers lower power consumption with drive circuitry that takes up very little room, LEDs can be strobed faster than any other light source), Xenon Flash (xenon flash produces an extremely intense full-spectrum white light for a very short duration) | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama), panorama, HDR |
Hardware
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | IOS 11 |
| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Apple A11 Bionic |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Hexa Core (2.39 GHz, Dual core, Monsoon + 1.42 GHz, Quad core, Mistral) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 10 nm |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Apple GPU (three-core graphics) |
| RAM (Memory) RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. | 3 GB |
| Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored. | 64GB, 256GB Built-in |
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | |
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Gyro, Proximity |
Network
| SIM TYPE SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Nano SIM |
| SIM Technology | Single SIM |
| 2G Network | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | LTE |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | |
| Stereo Speakers | YES |
| Loudspeaker | YES |
| Audio Jack | Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter |
Connectivity
| Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | v5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. | Yes + A-GPS support & Glonass |
| USB | 2.0, proprietary reversible connector |
| EDGE EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | |
| GPRS GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | |
| Speed | 3G HSPA, 4G LTE-A, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| Wi-fi Hotspot | |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. |
Features
| Messaging | iMessage, SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email |
| Web Browser Web Browser => a web browser is a software application used to locate, retrieve and display content on the World Wide Web, including Web pages, images, video and other files, The primary function of a web browser is to render HTML, the code used to design or markup webpages. | HTML5 |
| Games | Built-in + Downloadable |
| Torch |
Battery
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) |
| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 2716 mAh |
| Placement | Non-removable |
| Wireless Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device. | Yes |
| Talk Time Talk Time is the longest time that a single battery charge will last when you are constantly talking on the phone under perfect conditions, Ambient temperature and highly dependent on the cellular network environment such as the distance to the closest cell network tower. | up to 21 hrs |
| Music Play | up to 60 hrs |
| Extra |
Fast battery charging: 50% in 30 min Qi wireless charging |
Introduction:
The Apple iPhone X (pronounced “iPhone Ten”), released in November 2017, marked the 10th anniversary of the iPhone. It was a groundbreaking device that introduced a new era for Apple’s smartphones, featuring a design overhaul, Face ID, and an OLED display. The iPhone X set the stage for future iPhones with its all-screen design, eliminating the home button in favor of new gestures and facial recognition technology.
Specifications at a Glance
- Display: 5.8-inch Super Retina OLED (2436 x 1125 pixels, 458 ppi)
- Processor: Apple A11 Bionic chip with 64-bit architecture
- RAM: 3 GB
- Storage Options: 64 GB, 256 GB
- Rear Cameras: Dual 12 MP (wide-angle f/1.8 and telephoto f/2.4) with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- Front Camera: 7 MP TrueDepth camera (f/2.2)
- Battery: 2,716 mAh
- Water and Dust Resistance: IP67 rating
- Operating System: Originally iOS 11, upgradable to iOS 16
- Audio: Stereo speakers, Lightning port (no headphone jack)
- Dimensions: 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm
- Weight: 174 grams
Design and Build Quality
The iPhone X represents a significant departure from previous iPhone designs, emphasizing a more modern and sleek look.
Aesthetics:
- All-Screen Design: The iPhone X introduced a nearly bezel-less design, with a 5.8-inch OLED display dominating the front. The only interruption is the notch at the top, which houses the TrueDepth camera system.
- Stainless Steel Frame: The iPhone X features a polished stainless steel frame that adds a premium feel and durability to the device.
- Glass Back: Like the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus, the iPhone X has a glass back, which supports wireless charging and gives the phone a sophisticated look.
- Color Options:
- Space Gray: A dark, sleek finish that complements the black front bezel.
- Silver: A bright, elegant finish that contrasts nicely with the white front bezel.
Durability:
- IP67 Rating: The iPhone X is water and dust resistant, capable of withstanding submersion in up to 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.
- Glass Durability: While the glass back allows for wireless charging, it also makes the device more susceptible to damage from drops. A protective case is recommended to prevent cracks and scratches.
No Home Button:
- Gesture-Based Navigation: The removal of the home button was one of the most significant changes in the iPhone X. Users now navigate with swipe gestures, such as swiping up from the bottom to return to the home screen.
- Face ID: Replacing Touch ID, Face ID is the new biometric authentication method. It uses advanced facial recognition technology, including an infrared camera and dot projector, to securely unlock the phone and authenticate Apple Pay transactions.
Ergonomics:
- Compact Design: Despite having a larger display than the iPhone 8 Plus, the iPhone X is more compact, making it easier to hold and use with one hand.
- Button Placement: The power button (now called the Side button) is elongated for easy access, and the volume buttons are conveniently placed on the left side.
Overall, the iPhone X’s design is both futuristic and functional, offering a premium feel with its stainless steel frame and glass construction, though the fragility of the glass necessitates careful handling.
Display
Specifications:
- Size: 5.8-inch Super Retina OLED Display
- Resolution: 2436 x 1125 pixels (458 ppi)
- Panel Type: OLED
- Color Gamut: Wide color (P3)
- True Tone: Adjusts display color temperature based on ambient lighting
- HDR Support: HDR10 and Dolby Vision support for enhanced video playback
- 3D Touch: Pressure-sensitive technology for added functionality
Performance:
- Clarity and Sharpness: The Super Retina display offers exceptional clarity with a high pixel density of 458 ppi, making text, images, and videos appear sharp and detailed.
- Color Accuracy: The wide color gamut (P3) and True Tone technology ensure vibrant and accurate colors, with True Tone adjusting the display’s color balance for a more natural viewing experience in various lighting conditions.
- Brightness and Contrast: The OLED panel delivers deep blacks and high contrast ratios, enhancing the viewing experience, especially for HDR content. The display is also bright enough to be easily viewable in direct sunlight.
- HDR Content: The iPhone X supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision, providing richer colors and deeper contrast when watching compatible videos.
Limitations:
- Notch: While the notch is essential for housing the Face ID sensors, it can be distracting, especially when viewing full-screen content.
In summary, the Apple iPhone X’s display is a major highlight, offering a superior viewing experience with its high resolution, vibrant colors, and deep blacks, setting a new standard for iPhone displays.
Performance
Hardware:
- Processor: Apple A11 Bionic chip with six cores (two high-performance and four energy-efficient)
- RAM: 3 GB
Performance Evaluation:
- Speed and Responsiveness: The A11 Bionic chip delivers impressive performance, handling multitasking, gaming, and demanding applications with ease. It was one of the most powerful processors at the time of its release.
- Gaming: The Apple iPhone X excels in gaming, capable of running graphically intensive games smoothly, thanks to the A11’s custom GPU.
- Energy Efficiency: The A11’s efficient design balances performance and battery life, ensuring that the device remains responsive without draining the battery quickly.
- AR Capabilities: The Apple iPhone X was built with augmented reality (AR) in mind, offering immersive AR experiences through ARKit.
Benchmark Scores:
- Geekbench 4: The Apple iPhone X scored around 4,200 (single-core) and 10,000 (multi-core) at launch, showcasing its power, which remains competitive even years after its release.
Considerations:
- RAM Capacity: While 3 GB of RAM is sufficient for most tasks, it may limit the number of apps that can remain open in the background without reloading.
- Longevity: The A11 Bionic chip ensures that the iPhone X remains fast and responsive, even with newer iOS updates, though it may eventually show its age compared to more recent processors.
Overall, the Apple iPhone X offers outstanding performance, capable of handling everyday tasks, gaming, and more demanding applications with ease, ensuring a smooth and responsive user experience.
Camera
The Apple iPhone X features a dual-camera system, offering more versatility and improved photo quality compared to its predecessors.
Rear Cameras:
- Primary Lens: 12 MP wide-angle lens with an f/1.8 aperture
- Secondary Lens: 12 MP telephoto lens with an f/2.4 aperture
- Optical Image Stabilization (OIS): Yes, on both lenses
- 2x Optical Zoom: Provided by the telephoto lens
- Quad-LED True Tone Flash: Provides even lighting in low-light conditions
Front Camera:
- Resolution: 7 MP TrueDepth camera
- Aperture: f/2.2
- Features: Auto HDR, Retina Flash for well-lit selfies, Portrait Mode with Portrait Lighting
Camera Performance:
- Image Quality:
- Daylight: The dual-camera system captures sharp, detailed photos with accurate colors and excellent dynamic range. The inclusion of OIS on both lenses improves image stability and clarity.
- Low Light: The wide f/1.8 aperture and dual OIS significantly enhance low-light performance, reducing noise and improving sharpness.
- Portrait Mode: The iPhone X excels in portrait photography, offering natural-looking bokeh effects and the ability to adjust lighting with Portrait Lighting.
- Video Recording:
- 4K at 60 fps: The Apple iPhone X can record 4K videos at 60 frames per second, producing smooth, high-resolution footage.
- 1080p at 240 fps: Slow-motion recording at 1080p and 240 fps allows for high-quality slow-motion videos.
- Stabilization: The dual OIS ensures stable video recording, even in challenging conditions.
- Audio Recording: Stereo sound recording adds depth and clarity to videos.
Camera App Features:
- Live Photos: Captures a few seconds of video before and after the shutter click, creating short animations.
- HDR: High Dynamic Range processing balances exposure in scenes with high contrast, ensuring detail in both shadows and highlights.
Comparative Analysis:
- Against Predecessors: The dual-camera setup on the Apple iPhone X offers more versatility and improved image quality compared to the iPhone 7 Plus and 8 Plus, particularly in low light and portrait photography.
- Against Modern Smartphones: While still capable, the dual-camera system lacks some advanced features found in more recent models, such as ultra-wide lenses and enhanced night modes.
Conclusion: The Apple iPhone X’s camera system is versatile and capable of producing high-quality photos and videos, particularly excelling in portrait photography and video recording.
Battery Life
Specifications:
- Battery Capacity: 2,716 mAh
- Charging Methods: Qi wireless charging, Fast charging (50% in 30 minutes with compatible charger), Lightning cable
Battery Performance:
- Daily Usage: The Apple iPhone X’s battery is sufficient for a full day of moderate use, including browsing, social media, and occasional gaming or video streaming.
- Heavy Usage: With more intensive tasks, such as extended gaming or video streaming, the battery may require a top-up towards the evening.
- Standby Time: The device performs well in standby mode, with minimal battery drain when not in use.
Charging Options:
- Wireless Charging: The Apple iPhone X supports Qi-standard wireless charging, allowing for convenient charging without cables.
- Fast Charging: With a compatible charger, the iPhone X can charge up to 50% in about 30 minutes, though the necessary charger is sold separately.
- Lightning Cable: Traditional charging via the Lightning cable remains the primary method, with a full charge typically taking around 2-2.5 hours.
Battery Longevity:
- Degradation: As with most smartphones, the Apple iPhone X’s battery life will degrade over time, though iOS includes features like Battery Health to help monitor the battery’s condition.
- Battery Replacement: Apple offers a battery replacement service, which may be necessary as the device ages.
Considerations:
- Battery Size: The battery is smaller compared to newer models, which may affect longevity, especially for heavy users.
- Battery Life Management: iOS includes features to optimize battery life, but heavy users may still find the battery life somewhat limiting over time.
Conclusion: The Apple iPhone X offers decent battery life for most users, with the convenience of wireless and fast charging options. However, heavy users may find themselves needing to charge more frequently, especially as the device ages.
Software
Operating System:
- Original OS: iOS 11
- Upgradability: Supports updates up to iOS 16, ensuring continued functionality and access to new features.
User Experience:
- iOS Ecosystem: The Apple iPhone X integrates seamlessly with other Apple products and services, providing a cohesive and user-friendly experience.
- Performance Over Time: The A11 Bionic chip handles iOS updates well, maintaining smooth performance even with the latest software.
- App Compatibility: The device remains compatible with the vast majority of apps on the App Store, though some newer features may not be fully supported.
Software Features:
- Face ID: The new facial recognition system replaces Touch ID, offering a secure and convenient way to unlock the device and authenticate purchases.
- Animoji: The TrueDepth camera enables animated emojis (Animoji) that mimic the user’s facial expressions, adding a fun element to messaging.
- Augmented Reality: ARKit allows for immersive augmented reality experiences, leveraging the A11 Bionic chip’s capabilities.
- Apple Services: Access to Apple Pay, iCloud, and other services enhances the device’s utility.
Future-Proofing:
- Software Support: Although still receiving updates, the iPhone X may soon reach the end of its software support lifecycle, potentially missing out on future iOS features.
Conclusion: The Apple iPhone X offers a robust software experience with continued support, though it may begin to show its age as newer iOS versions are released. The integration with Apple’s ecosystem and new features like Face ID and AR make it a forward-thinking device, even years after its release.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Revolutionary Design: The all-screen design with a Super Retina OLED display set a new standard for iPhone aesthetics and functionality.
- Face ID: Advanced facial recognition technology provides a secure and seamless way to unlock the device and authenticate payments.
- Excellent Display: The OLED display offers vibrant colors, deep blacks, and support for HDR content, making it one of the best screens on an iPhone.
- Dual-Camera System: The dual-camera setup provides versatility and high-quality photography, especially in portrait mode and low-light conditions.
- Solid Performance: The A11 Bionic chip delivers fast and efficient performance, ensuring smooth operation even with demanding tasks.
- Wireless and Fast Charging: The inclusion of Qi wireless charging and fast charging capabilities brings the Apple iPhone X in line with modern charging standards.
Cons:
- Expensive: The Apple iPhone X was one of the most expensive smartphones at its release, which might still be a consideration for second-hand buyers.
- No Headphone Jack: The removal of the 3.5mm headphone jack requires the use of wireless or Lightning-compatible headphones.
- Fragility: The glass back, while allowing for wireless charging, makes the device more prone to damage from drops.
- Battery Life: While adequate, the battery life may fall short for heavy users, particularly as the device ages.
- Notch: The notch, while necessary for Face ID, can be distracting when viewing full-screen content.
- Limited Camera Features: Lacks some advanced features found in newer iPhones, such as ultra-wide and night mode photography.
Conclusion
The Apple iPhone X was a revolutionary device that redefined what an iPhone could be. With its all-screen design, Face ID, and Super Retina OLED display, it set a new standard for smartphones. The dual-camera system and A11 Bionic chip ensured that it remained competitive in terms of photography and performance.
While the Apple iPhone X’s design and features are still impressive, it does have some limitations, such as its battery life, the absence of a headphone jack, and the notch. For those who prioritize a modern design and advanced features, the Apple iPhone X remains a compelling choice, though newer models offer additional improvements.
In summary, the Apple iPhone X is a milestone in Apple’s history, offering a blend of innovation, performance, and design that still holds up well today, particularly for users who value its unique combination of features. However, potential buyers should weigh the pros and cons to determine if it meets their current needs, especially with the availability of newer models on the market.
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