Which Apple phone is best for you?

The Apple iPhone range for the next year has been set, and it is clear that the notched screens are in place. The iPhone's annual update has introduced three different variants of the now iconic iPhone X design, all with different screen sizes and price tags.

Although the iPhone XS, XS Max and XR can draw all the attention, these are not the only iPhones that you can still buy from Apple. The company retains some of its older models, reducing prices and wagering that your desire to pay less will outweigh your need to have the latest and best specifications. Alas, one of these aging and less expensive iPhones is not the iPhone SE, which has been phased out of the Apple lineup. But you can still find some models of iPhone that do not approach the stratospheric heights of the price of the iPhone XS.

Want to know what are the options of your iPhone? Here is an overview of each iPhone model currently available from Apple.

Model	iPhone 7	iPhone 7 Plus	iPhone 8	iPhone 8 Plus	iPhone XR	iPhone XS	iPhone XS Max
Price	$ 449	$ 569	$ 599	$ 699	$ 749	$ 999	$ 1,099
Screen size (resolution)	4.7 inch LCD (1334 x 750)	5.5 inch LCD (1920 x 1080)	4.7 inch LCD (1334 x 750)	5.5 inch LCD (1920 x 1080)	6.1 inch LCD (1792 x 828)	OLED of 5.8 inches (2436 x 1125)	OLED 6.5 inches (2688 x 1242)
CPU	A10 Fusion	A10 Fusion	A11 Bionic	A11 Bionic	A12 Bionic	A12 Bionic	A12 Bionic
Storage room	32 GB, 128 GB	32 GB, 128 GB	64 GB, 256 GB	64 GB, 256 GB	64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB	64 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB	64 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
Rear camera	12 MP (f / 1.8)	Double 12-MP (f / 1.8, f / 2.8)	12 MP (f / 1.8)	Double 12-MP (f / 1.8, f / 2.8)	12 MP (f / 1.8)	Dual 12-MP (f / 1.8 and f / 2.4)	Dual 12-MP (f / 1.8 and f / 2.4)
Front camera	7-MP (f / 2.2)	7-MP (f / 2.2)	7-MP (f / 2.2)	7-MP (f / 2.2)	7-MP (f / 2.2)	7-MP (f / 2.2)	7-MP (f / 2.2)
Battery life (hours: minutes)	9:03	10:38	9:54	11:16	11:26	9:41	10:38
Cut	5.4 x 2.6 x 0.28 inches	6.2 x 3.1 x 0.29 inches	5.5 x 2.7 x 0.29 inches	6.2 x 3.1 x 0.3 inches	5.9 x 3 x 0.33 inches	5.7 x 2.8 x 0.3 inches	6.2 x 3.1 x 0.3 inches
Weight	4.9 ounces	6.6 ounces	5.2 ounces	7.1 ounces	6.8 ounces	6.2 ounces	7.3 ounces
Color	Rose Gold, Gold, Silver, Black	Rose Gold, Gold, Silver, Black	Gold, silver, gray of space	Gold, silver, gray of space	Blue, White, Black, Red, Coral, Yellow	Silver, gray of space, gold	Silver, gray of space, gold

iPhone XR

the iPhone XR offers a lower price than the XS and XS Max. And users will have to make some compromises to spend $ 250 less on their new iPhone – including an LCD, a single rear camera instead of two lenses and no Gigabit LTE support. But the other features that showcase Apple's new line of iPhone – the A12 Bionic processor and camera enhancements – have always found their way into Apple's cheaper model. You can also choose from a wider range of colors.

Advantages: The longest battery life of any iPhone; Even A12 Bionic chip in more expensive iPhones; Colorful and bright LCD display; Excellent camera performance

The inconvenients: No 2x optical zoom; Portrait mode works only with people. The fast loading accessory must be purchased separately

Who should buy it: The iPhone XR is really the best choice for most iPhone buyers, with the exception of those who prefer a phone with a 2x optical zoom or a large one. OLED screen. Otherwise, this colorful phone has the same processor as the more expensive iPhones and its battery lasts longer.

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iPhone XS

The successor to the iPhone X from last year retains the same 5.8-inch OLED screen, but offers a faster processor, an improved camera and a brighter display. Thanks to these improvements, the iPhone XS has become an excellent premium phone, with a price of $ 999. But with two other models offering larger screens and (in the case of the iPhone XR) a lower price, getting an iPhone XS is not necessarily a radical decision in the manner of the iPhone X a year ago.

Advantages: A12 fast bionic processor; Strong overall performance of the camera; Bright and vibrant display; Gigabit LTE

The inconvenients: So-so battery life; Dear, especially if you are upgrading storage; The fast charge function requires the purchase of additional accessories

Who should buy it: If the new look of the iPhone X intrigues you, but you do not want to assume the risks associated with early adoption, you no longer have to hesitate. The iPhone XS makes the most of the original iPhone X and enhances it, especially with larger camera capabilities.

iPhone XS Max

All we said about the iPhone XS goes double for the iPhone XS Max, who has most of the same characteristics and characteristics as his little brother. (The Bionic A12 processor, the improved camera and the Gigabit LTE are all present, just like on the XS.) The difference between the two premium Apple phones resides in the screen. The XS Max boasts a large 6.5 inch screen that made us feel like we had a mini movie theater in our pocket. Get ready to save a lot of money for this phone, which starts at $ 1,099.

Advantages: Immersive OLED screen; A12 fast bionic processor; Strong overall performance of the camera; Gigabit LTE

The inconvenients: Even more expensive than the iPhone XS; Reduced storage in the base model; The fast charge function requires the purchase of additional accessories

Who should buy it: If you want the largest screen possible, get the iPhone XS Max, with a larger screen than anything that Samsung or Google have to offer. Just get ready to offer a great bonus on the iPhone XR for the OLED display and the optical zoom of the Max.

iPhone 8

The arrival of new iPhones in September resulted in lower prices for the flagship model of last year. the iPhone 8 costs $ 599 to $ 150 less than the iPhone XR. The biggest trade-off you'll have to make if you opt for this cheaper model is last year's processor choice. However, the A11 Bionic that powers the iPhone 8 still outperforms Android devices with new chipsets. The panels surrounding the iPhone 8's LCD are also quite bulky – an acceptable design decision at the time, but somewhat outdated now that we are in the era of smartphones with from a big screen.

Advantages: The A11 Bionic processor is still among the most efficient; Price tag lower than when it debuted; Supports wireless charging; Battery life above average

The inconvenients: Aging design with too much bezel The screen is small and low resolution compared to new iPhones; Fast charging requires a separate accessory; No optical zoom

Who should buy it: If you think $ 749 is still too expensive to buy a new iPhone, the iPhone 8 is an intriguing alternative powered by an always capable processor. You will have to live with a smaller screen housed in a dated design.

iPhone 8 Plus

The price reduction of the iPhone XR is not so steep if you look at the iPhone 8 Plus. The 5.5-inch Plus costs $ 699, only $ 50 less than the XR. The only benefit that this old iPhone can pull compared to the XR is a rear dual lens configuration capable of providing 2x optical zoom. That said, the cameras in the iPhone 8 Plus do not have other enhancements made possible by the newer processor built into the iPhone XR. On the plus side, after the XR, the 8 Plus is the most durable iPhone based on the results of Tom's Battery Tests Guide.

Advantages: Dual lens camera with optical zoom support; The bionic processor A11 still works well; Supports wireless charging; great battery life

The inconvenients: Not much of a price reduction of the iPhone XR; Dated design; Fast charging requires a separate accessory

Who should buy it: Honestly, the only reason to get the iPhone 8 Plus at this point is if you simply need to have a 2x optical zoom, but you do not want to pay the high price for it. iPhone XS or XS Max. Otherwise, the minimal price reduction of the iPhone XR really does not justify the trade – offs you will have to make with the design, the screen size and the performance.

iPhone 7

The cheapest iPhone you can buy is the iPhone 7, released for the first time in 2016. This means some specifications dated enough to match its aging look, bezel-heavy. The iPhone 7 runs on the A10 Fusion chip from Apple and has 32GB in its basic configuration. Even cheap iPhones have their price.

Advantages: Water resistance IP67; Price tag less than $ 500; Works on iOS 12

The inconvenients: Two-year processor Even older design; No wireless charging; Single rear camera

Who should buy it: Anyone who wants to buy an iPhone at the lowest possible price for a new model can enjoy the iPhone 7, especially since it can run the latest version of Apple's operating system. But the A10 processor of the iPhone 7 is two generations behind the latest Apple chip and if you need a capacity greater than 32GB, get ready to use an extra $ 100 for the 128 GB model.

iPhone 7 Plus

Like the iPhone 7, the larger version should appeal to your domestic budget with its price of $ 569. This lower price comes with the same compromises you need to make for the iPhone 7 – an older design and older A10 Fusion processor plus no wireless charge. You will get some additional benefits by opting for the iPhone 7 Plus, including two rear cameras that support portrait effects and 2x optical zoom plus a 5.5-inch larger screen.

Advantages: Two rear cameras; Reduced price tag; Screen larger than the iPhone 7.7 inches

The inconvenients: Old processor and design; No wireless charging

Who should buy it: People who do not wish to spend too much on the phone while enjoying the benefits of two rear cameras can be tempted by the iPhone 7 Plus. But if you need such features as a more powerful processor, a wireless charge or a more immersive screen, you should turn to more expensive models from Apple.