The XR shares key internal hardware but with features removed/downgraded to reduce the price. The XR features the same processor as the XS and XS Max, the Apple A12 Bionic chip built with a 7 nanometer process, which Apple claimed to be the "smartest and most powerful chip" ever put into a smartphone.

Make no mistake: The iPhone XR is still one of the best cheap iPhones you can buy in 2023. It takes everything you love about newer, more premium models - like Face ID, all-screen display, and a great camera - only it's offered at a much more budget-friendly price point.

Display

• Liquid Retina HD display.
• 6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen LCD Multi-Touch display with IPS technology.
• 1792-by-828-pixel resolution at 326 ppi.
• 1400:1 contrast ratio (typical)
• True Tone display.
• Wide color display (P3)
• Haptic Touch.
• 625 nits max brightness (typical)

iPhone 11 has improved water resistance too, surviving for up to half an hour in 4 metres of water. The chipset has been upgraded to Apple's new A13 bionic processor, and along with 4GB of RAM and a bigger battery, iPhone 11 is a more powerful beast than iPhone XR.

iPhone XR Cons: Expensive compared to previous iPhone models and Android devices. Relatively interior "Liquid Retina HD" display (but still quite good). Not waterproof, just water resistant (IP67).

The iPhone XR is not waterproof, but it should survive if you accidentally spill liquid on it or drop it in the pool. With a water-resistance rating of IP67, Apple says the iPhone XR can be submerged in up to 3 feet of water for up to 30 minutes without getting damaged.

Larger "lip" or bezel around the display than the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. Face ID could prove to be a security concern (but it can be disabled, if desired). Single rear camera lacks telephoto lens and effective 2x "optical" zoom. Apple's inductive charging support is incomplete.

You get a big and bright display, very good cameras, fast performance and long battery life for a very affordable price. Overall, we prefer the newer iPhone 12 because of its better cameras, OLED display and 5G, but if you're on a budget you should be very happy with the iPhone XR.

‌iPhone‌ 11 The ‌iPhone‌ 11 has the same 6.1-inch LCD display as the ‌iPhone‌ XR, including a resolution of 1792 by 828 pixels for 326 pixels per inch, 625 nits max brightness, and True Tone and P3 wide color gamut support.

The iPhone XR cannot be considered a failure for Apple. While it may not have reached the same level of sales or acclaim as some other iPhone models, it was still a successful product in many respects.

The iPhone X has a smaller, higher resolution, and higher quality display, a dual rear camera with 2x optical zoom, and a stainless steel frame. Alternatively, iPhone XR has a larger, lower-resolution display, a single rear camera, and a glass front with an aluminum frame.

Yes, if your iPhone XR is in a waterproof case designed for that model. FRĒ iPhone XR waterproof case. This case allows your iPhone XR to be submerged in up to two meters of water for up to an hour while also providing 360-degree protection with a protective, sealed design.

Yes, the iPhone XR supports wireless charging via any Qi-certified wireless charger, and also supports fast wireless charging, which can charge your phone from 0% to 50% in around 30 minutes.

iPhone XR Troubleshooting

• Battery Issues.
• Draining Quickly, Dies Quickly.
• Won't Charge.
• Slow Charge.
• Screen Issues.
• Black Screen.
• Frozen Screen.
• Touchscreen Unresponsive.

The iPhone X is also worth buying in 2023 and perfect for playing the best classic iPhone games! If you want a better OLED display and camera (especially for portraits), go for the iPhone X. If you want more battery life and better performance, go for the iPhone XR.

One of Apple's new phones this fall is the iPhone XR. Apple finally revealed what the "R" means. Apparently, it's an homage to "special" sports cars, according to Apple's marketing chief, Phil Schiller.