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iPhone X — Apple 2017 smartphone

Apple

iPhone X

2017 Starting at $999

Runner-up for Phone of the Year, Best Camera, and Best Design 2017. Apple's radical redesign with OLED, Face ID, and a notch that started a decade-long trend.

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Key Specs at a Glance

Display

5.8-inch Super Retina OLED, 60Hz

Camera

12MP main + 12MP 2x telephoto (OIS on both)

Battery

2,716 mAh

Chipset

Apple A11 Bionic

Full Specifications

Spec Details
Display 5.8-inch Super Retina OLED, 60Hz
Processor Apple A11 Bionic
RAM 3GB
Battery 2,716 mAh
Camera 12MP main + 12MP 2x telephoto (OIS on both)
OS iOS 11
Starting Price $999 USD
Release Year 2017

Award History

0 wins, 3 runner-ups
iPhone X A

The ultimate award — MKBHD's pick for the best overall smartphone of the year across all price points and platforms.

Winner: Samsung Galaxy Note 8

Runner-Up
iPhone X A

Awarded to the smartphone with the best overall camera system — considering photo quality, video, night mode, and versatility.

Winner: Google Pixel 2

Runner-Up
iPhone X A

Celebrates the most beautiful, innovative, or distinctive physical design in the smartphone industry that year.

Winner: Essential Phone

Runner-Up

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the iPhone X cost?

The iPhone X starts at $999 USD as of 2017.

What processor does the iPhone X have?

The iPhone X is powered by the Apple A11 Bionic.

What camera does the iPhone X have?

The iPhone X features a 12MP main + 12MP 2x telephoto (OIS on both) camera system.

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