Apple iPhone XS

512 GB, Silver, 5.80", SIM + eSIM, 12 Mpx, 4G
385Ratings
Test reportsVery good based on 6 tests
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Product details

The iPhone Xs features a 5.8" Super Retina display with custom-made OLED panels for an HDR display that offers the best color accuracy in the industry, deep blacks, and impressive brightness. With the advanced Face ID, you can securely unlock your iPhone at a glance, log into apps, and make payments. The A12 Bionic chip with next-generation Neural Engine utilizes real-time machine learning to transform how you experience photos, games, augmented reality, and more. A revolutionary 12-megapixel dual-camera system takes your portraits to the next level with Portrait mode, Portrait Lighting, enhanced bokeh, and new Depth Control. Water protection. And iOS 12 – the most advanced mobile operating system – with powerful new tools that make the iPhone more personal than ever before.

Key specifications

Memory
4 GB
Storage capacity
512 GB
Display size (inches)
5.80"
Image resolution
2436 x 1125 pixels
Operating system
iOS
Capacity
2658 mAh
Number of cameras
Dual Camera
Item number
9581557

General information

Manufacturer
Apple
Category
Smartphones
Manufacturer no.
MT9M2ZD/A
Release date
21.9.2018

Colour

Colour
Silver
Exact colour description
Silver

Material

Case material
Glass, Stainless steel
Material
Glass, Stainless steel

Smartphone features

Mobile features
Face Unlock

Operating system

Operating system
iOS
Operating System Version
iOS 12

Display properties

Display size (inches)
5.80"
Screen technology
OLED
Image resolution
2436 x 1125 pixels
Aspect ratio
19.5:9
Refresh rate
240 Hz
Pixel density
458 ppi
Colour depth
24 bits

Connectivity

Mobile phone standard
4G
Connectivity
Bluetooth, NFC, WiFi hotspot, WLAN
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 1 / 802.11b, Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a, Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n, Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac
Bluetooth version
5.0
Audio features
AAC

Camera properties

Number of cameras
Dual Camera
Camera resolution
12 Mpx
F number main camera
1.80 f
Camera feature
Wide-angle
Image stabilisation
Optical (OIS)
Zoom
Digital Zoom
Front camera resolution
7 Mpx
F number front camera
2.20 f
Max. Video resolution
1920 x 1080 pixels
Max. video resolution standard
Full HD
Images per sec. at max. Resolution
60p

Interface

USB connector type
Lightning

Processor

Mobile processor
Apple A12 Bionic
Number of processor cores
6 -Core
Clock frequency
4.30 GHz

Data storage properties

Memory
4 GB
Storage capacity
512 GB

SIM

SIM card type
eSIM, Nano SIM
SIM type
SIM + eSIM
SIM slot
Nano SIM

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Compass, Gyro sensor

Navigation system properties

Localisation technology
A-GPS, Galileo, GLONASS
Navigation software
Apple Maps

Battery properties

Battery type
Li-ion
Capacity
2658 mAh
Charging technology
Fast Charge, Qi Wireless Charging

Durability

Protection type (IP code)
IP68

Smart home features

Smart home ecosystem
Apple Siri
Communication standard
Apple HomeKit

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Charging cable, EarPods, Quick Start Guide, USB Power Adapter

Repairability index

The reparability index
4.7

Product dimensions

Height
7.70 mm
Width
70.90 mm
Length
143.60 mm
Weight
177 g

Package dimensions

Length
16.30 cm
Width
9 cm
Height
5 cm
Weight
448 g

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Reviews & Ratings

Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Smartphones» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.Apple
    0.6 %
  • 1.Zebra
    0.6 %
  • 3.Samsung
    0.8 %
  • 4.HMD
    1.3 %
  • 4.Motorola
    1.3 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 7.Nothing
    3 days
  • 7.Samsung
    3 days
  • 13.Apple
    4 days
  • 13.Xiaomi
    4 days
  • 15.Doro
    5 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartphones» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 2.Doro
    2.1 %
  • 3.Moto
    2.2 %
  • 4.Apple
    2.4 %
  • 4.HMD
    2.4 %
  • 6.Crosscall
    2.5 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good89/100
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Rank 3 out of 6Computer BildSmartphone Test - Kampf der GigantenReleaseDecember 2018
  • PositiveGood camera all round
  • Positivebetter battery life
  • Positivegreat OLED display
  • NegativeHigh price for purchase and repair of the unit

Samsung wins both the test (Galaxy S9 Plus) and the price-performance victory (Galaxy S9) thanks to its super display and all-round strong technology. But the lead is narrow. This makes a comparison of the strengths and weaknesses of the individual models on the following pages all the more important: Apple scores points for speed and camera, while Huawei's P20 Pro offers two strong selling points...

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CT MagazinSingle testReleaseNovember 2018

Slightly improved camera, faster processor and slightly longer runtimes - the iPhone XS and XS Max are top phones without any real weaknesses. Those who want to spend less money on their next phone will have to wait until the end of October, when the iPhone XR is released. There are also plenty of Android smartphones that are technically and qualitatively equivalent, but significantly cheaper...

Very good100/100
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pctipp.chSingle testReleaseNovember 2018
  • PositiveDisplay
  • PositiveTempo
  • PositiveFace ID
  • Positiveincluded software
  • PositiveTrueDepth camera
  • PositiveWaterproof according to IP68
    Very good86/100
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    teltarif.deSingle testReleaseOctober 2018
    • PositiveVery good OLED display
    • PositiveDual SIM planned as eSIM
    • PositiveHigh-performance
    • NegativeCamera only in 4:3 format
    • NegativeVery high price

    All in all, the upgrade from the iPhone X to the iPhone XS is rather disappointing. This time, Apple is missing major new features that were also available in the S models in previous years. Only the dual-SIM version, which not all customers need and which is also realised with an eSIM as a second card, which only a few providers currently offer, stands out as an outstanding new feature compared to...

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    curved.deSingle testReleaseOctober 2018

    Visually, the iPhone Xs is hardly distinguishable from the iPhone X. Inside, however, a lot has changed: improved Face ID, improved camera, more memory, more performance. As befits an s-class, Apple has turned the right screws. We look forward to the test.

    This test report belongs to a different type: iPhone XS (256 GB, Silver, 5.80", SIM + eSIM, 12 Mpx, 4G)
    Very good87/100
    CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseSeptember 2018
    • PositiveOutstanding performance
    • PositivePowerful 5.8-inch OLED display
    • PositiveGood camera
    • PositiveTop workmanship
    • PositiveIP68 certification
    • PositiveDual SIM (eSIM and after update)