Apple iPhone Xs (Global/A2097) 64, 256, 512 GB Specs
Identifiers: iPhone Xs - MT9F2B/A* - iPhone11,2 - A2097* - 3232*
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Please note that this A2097 iPhone Xs is compatible with FDD‑LTE bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, and 66 as well as TD‑LTE bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 and 46. It does not support band 71. It is sold in the UK, Europe, Asia, and just about everywhere with the exception of North America, Hong Kong, Japan, and China.
All iPhone Xs models -- which Apple styles as both iPhone Xs and the uppercase iPhone XS -- have a 3D-touch equipped 5.8" (diagonal) OLED HDR "Super Retina" display (2436x1125, 458 ppi, 1 million:1 contrast ratio) that occupies nearly the entire front of the device. It has three cameras. On the front -- tucked in the "notch" -- is a "TrueDepth" camera that in addition to supporting "Advanced Face ID" identification functionality, takes 7 megapixel photos, shoots 1080p video, and has software support for Portrait mode, Portrait lighting, and more. The two rear cameras, one wide angle (f/1.8 aperture) and one telephoto (f/2.4 aperture), both have 12 megapixel sensors, support optical image stabilization, and shoot 4K photos and video. With a combination of hardware and software functionality, the rear cameras offer "advanced depth segmentation," Smart HDR, improved bokeh quality, and dynamic retroactively adjustable depth of field.
The iPhone Xs uses a "surgical-grade stainless steel" case and has a glass front and back. It is splash, water, and dust-resistant to the IP68 standard (maximum depth of 2 meters up to 30 minutes). It is sold in three color options, gold, silver, and a dark "Space Gray" (pictured, left).
Internally, the iPhone Xs is powered by a 64-bit, 7 nm "Apple A12 Bionic" processor with six cores -- two performance cores and four high-efficiency cores -- and an "8-core Neural Engine." It has 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB, 256 GB, or 512 GB of flash storage. It also supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi with 2x2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.0, LTE (Gigabit-class with 4x4 MIMO and LAA), NFC for Apple Pay, "Express Cards with power reserve" for compatible transit systems, and dual SIMs, one hardware nano SIM and one software-based eSIM.
Apple estimates that the iPhone Xs provides "up to" 60 hours of audio playback, 20 hours of talk time, 12 hours of Internet use, and 14 hours of wireless video playback. Because of the device's glass back, the battery can be charged wirelessly using a charging mat that supports the Qi standard.
Pricing varies by country, but in the UK, unlocked and SIM-free, this specific iPhone Xs originally cost £999, £1149, and £1349; with 64 GB, 256 GB, or 512 GB of storage, respectively. A variety of payment plans also were available. For original pricing in other countries, please refer to the "Global Original Prices" section below.
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| Introduction Date: |
September 12, 2018* |
Discontinued Date: |
September 10, 2019 |
| Details: |
The "Introduction Date" refers to the date a model was introduced via press release. The "Discontinued Date" refers to the date a model either was replaced by a subsequent system or production otherwise ended.
*This model was introduced on September 12, 2018, was available for pre-order on September 14, 2018, and first was available in stores on September 21, 2018.
Also see: All iPhone models introduced in 2018. |
| Processors: |
1 (6 Cores) |
Geekbench 2 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
This model does not support the Geekbench 2 benchmark. This number is an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
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| Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
Geekbench 3 (32): |
N/A |
| Details: |
This model does not support the 32-bit Geekbench 3 benchmark. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 32-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for devices with the iPhone11,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 3 (64): |
4773 |
Geekbench 3 (64): |
11288 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 3 benchmarks are in 64-bit mode and are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all 64-bit single core and multicore Geekbench 3 user submissions for devices with the iPhone11,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Geekbench 4 (SC): |
4795 |
Geekbench 4 (MC): |
11149 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 4 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 4 benchmarks are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
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| Geekbench 5 (SC): |
1106 |
Geekbench 5 (MC): |
2701 |
| Details: |
These Geekbench 5 benchmarks are are for a single processor core and all processor cores, respectively. All Geekbench 5 benchmarks for the iOS are 64-bit. Both numbers reflect an average of user provided results as submitted to the Geekbench website. Higher numbers are better.
You also might be interested in reviewing all single core and multicore Geekbench 5 user submissions for devices with the iPhone11,2 Model Identifier, which may include multiple models.
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| Processor Speed: |
2.49 GHz* |
Processor Type: |
Apple A12 Bionic* |
| Details: |
*Apple officially reports that the iPhone Xs uses a 7 nm "A12 Bionic chip" with a 64-bit architecture as well as a "next-generation Neural Engine." It has six cores -- two "performance" cores, reported to be 15% faster than their predecessor and four "high-efficiency" cores, reported to use 50% less power than their predecessor.
Also see: How fast are the iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max compared to one another and earlier iPhone models? How fast are they compared to the iPhone XR? |
| Onboard RAM: |
4 GB* |
Storage Capacity: |
64, 256, 512 GB |
| Details: |
*Apple provides no official details regarding RAM used by the iPhone Xs, but third-party software analysis reports that it has 4 GB of RAM.
Also see: Is it possible to add external storage to the iPhone? How? |
| USB Support: |
Sync & Charge |
Firewire Support: |
None |
| Details: |
The iPhone Xs models are capable of charging and syncing by USB via its Lightning connector. It does not have a "traditional" headphone jack. It does not offer a "disk mode" for file transfer, either. |
| Connectivity: |
USB |
Ports: |
Lightning Only |
| Case Type: |
Handheld |
Form Factor: |
iPhone Xs |
| Housing Color: |
Metallic Glass* |
Controller: |
3D Touch |
| Details: |
*The iPhone Xs models are available in three colors -- silver, gold, and a dark "Space Gray" with glass surfaces on both the front and back. The case is made of "surgical-grade stainless steel." It is splash, water, and dust resistant to the IP68 standard (maximum depth of 2 meters up to 30 minutes).
This model supports 3D Touch and has no Home button. |
| Built-in Display: |
5.8" Color |
Display Resolution: |
2436x1125 (458 ppi) |
| Details: |
The iPhone Xs has a 5.8" (diagonal) widescreen OLED multi-touch, HDR, wide color (P3), True Tone display that Apple markets as "Super Retina." This display specifically has a 2436x1125 native resolution at 458 ppi, a 1,000,000:1 typical contrast ratio and 625 cd/m2 max brightness. It supports 3D Touch, as well.
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| Standard Wireless: |
802.11ac (2x2 MIMO)* |
Standard Bluetooth: |
5.0 |
| Details: |
*Apple notes that the iPhone Xs models support 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi with 2x2 MIMO as well as Gigabit-class LTE with 4x4 MIMO and LAA, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and Express Cards with power reserve (for transit systems).
This specific iPhone Xs -- the A2097 -- supports "FDD‑LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66); TD‑LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46); UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); [and] GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)." It does not support CDMA networks. |
| Cell Network: |
GSM/LTE* |
Camera: |
12.0 Megapixels** |
| Details: |
*This A2097 iPhone Xs supports "FDD‑LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66); TD‑LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46); UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); [and] GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)." It does not support CDMA networks.
**The iPhone Xs models have dual rear cameras and a front camera. There are two rear 12 megapixel cameras, one wide-angle with a f/1.8 aperture and another telephoto with a f/2.4 aperture. It supports 4K video recording at 24, 30, or 60 fps as well as 1080p HD video at 30 or 60 fps and 720p HD video at 30 fps. It also supports "advanced depth segmentation," Smart HDR, improved bokeh quality, and dynamic retroactively adjustable depth of field.
The front "TrueDepth" camera has an f/2.2 aperture and takes 7 megapixel photos and 1080p HD video. |
| Battery Type: |
Lithium Ion |
Battery Life (Music): |
60 Hours |
| Battery Life (Voice): |
20 Hours* |
Standby Time: |
N/A |
| Details: |
*Apple reports that the iPhone Xs provides "up to" 60 hours of audio playback, 20 hours of talk time, 12 hours of Internet use, and 14 hours of wireless video playback. It also is "fast-charge capable" up to 50% in 30 minutes. It supports wireless charging with a Qi charger, as well.
Also see: Why does my iPhone run out of power so quickly? How can I conserve battery life?
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| Apple Order No: |
MT9F2B/A* |
Apple Subfamily: |
iPhone Xs |
| Details: |
*Order numbers vary by country. In the UK, MT9F2B/A refers to this iPhone Xs model in silver with 64 GB of storage. In silver, with 256 GB or 512 GB of storage, the order numbers are MT9J2B/A and MT9M2B/A, respectively.
With 64 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB of storage in "Space Gray," the order numbers are MT9E2B/A, MT9H2B/A, and MT9L2B/A. In gold, the order numbers are MT9G2B/A, MT9K2B/A, and MT9N2B/A. |
| Apple Model No: |
A2097* (EMC 3232*) |
Model ID: |
iPhone11,2 |
| Details: |
*The model number and EMC number both are unique to this specific device. However, neither is externally listed. The model number is listed on the box and within the Settings app and the EMC number only is listed within the Settings app.
Also see: All iPhones with the A2097* Model Number, the 3232* EMC Number, and the iPhone11,2 Model Identifier. |
| Pre-Installed OS: |
iOS 12.0 (16A366) |
Maximum OS: |
Current* |
| Details: |
This model fully supports the final versions of iOS 12, iOS 13, iOS 14, and iOS 15. This model also supports the final version of iOS 16, but it does not support the Accessibility Detection, Live Captions, improved Depth of Field, and Visual Look Up features as well as Apple Music Sing.
Likewise, this model supports iOS 17 with the exception of the minor React with Your Hands; More Accurate Autocorrect in English, French, and Spanish; Inline Predictions (English); and Point and Speak features.
Finally, this model supports the current version of the iOS -- iOS 18 -- with the exception of the Apple Intelligence (AI), Messages via Satellite, Live audio transcriptions, Enhance Dialogue, Hands-free Unlock, Eye Tracking, and Music Haptics features.
Also see: Which iPhone models support iOS 18? Do some models "partially" support iOS 18? Which ones? |
| Dimensions: |
5.65 x 2.79 x 0.30* |
Avg. Weight: |
6.24 oz. (177 g) |
| Details: |
In inches - height by width by depth (143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm). |
| Mac Support: |
OS X 10.11.6* |
Windows Support: |
Windows 7* |
| Details: |
*Apple reports that the iPhone Xs, if syncing with iTunes is desired, is compatible with a Mac running OS X 10.11.6 and iTunes 12.8 or later or a Windows PC running Windows 7 or later and iTunes 12.9 or later. |
| Audio Support: |
Apple reports that the iPhone Xs supports "AAC‑LC, HE‑AAC, HE‑AAC v2, Protected AAC, MP3, Linear PCM, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital (AC‑3), Dolby Digital Plus (E‑AC‑3), and Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX, and AAX+)" |
| Photo Support: |
Apple does not formally specify photo formats for the iPhone Xs. However, it can sync photos in JPEG, BMP, GIF, TIFF, PSD (Mac only), and PNG formats. |
| Video Support: |
Apple reports that the iPhone Xs supports "HEVC, H.264, MPEG-4 Part 2, and Motion JPEG."
It also supports AirPlay Mirroring and video out to the Apple TV 2nd Gen or later as well as video mirroring and video out "up to" 1080p through the Lightning Digital AV Adapter and the Lightning to VGA Adapter. |
| Incl. Accessories: |
Ships with Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector, a Lightning to USB Cable, and a USB Power Adapter.
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| Original Price: |
N/A* |
Est. Current Retail: |
N/A* |
| Details: |
*This specific iPhone Xs -- the A2097 model -- was not sold in the United States. It was sold just about everywhere with the exception of North America, Hong Kong, Japan, and China. Pricing varies by country, but in the UK, unlocked and SIM-free, it originally cost £999, £1149, and £1349; with 64 GB, 256 GB, or 512 GB of storage, respectively. A variety of payment plans also were available. For original pricing in other countries, please refer to the "Global Original Prices" section.
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Global original prices for the iPhone Xs (Global/A2097) in 24 different countries and territories follow; organized alphabetically by region. Please note that prices with an asterisk (*) are bound by carrier contractual obligations.
For global original prices for all iPod, iPhone, and iPad models in one particular country on a single page, please refer to Everyi.com's Global Original Prices section.
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Original Prices - North & South America
| Canada: |
N/A |
Brazil: |
R$7.299, R$8.099, R$9.299 |
| Mexico: |
MXN $24,499, $28,199, $32,999 |
United States: |
N/A* |
Original Prices - Europe
| Austria: |
€1149, €1319, €1549 |
Belgium: |
€1159, €1329, €1559 |
| Denmark: |
DKK 8.899, 10.249, 12.099 |
Finland: |
€1179, €1349, €1579 |
| France: |
€1159, €1329, €1559 |
Germany: |
€1149, €1319, €1549 |
| Ireland: |
€1179, €1349, €1579 |
Italy: |
€1189, €1359, €1589 |
| Luxembourg: |
€1120,68, €1285,07, €1507,46 |
Netherlands: |
€1159, €1329, €1559 |
| Norway: |
NOK 11.490, 13.290, 15.590 |
Portugal: |
€1179, €1349, €1579 |
| Spain: |
€1159, €1329, €1559 |
Sweden: |
SEK 12.795, 14.695, 17.195 |
| Switzerland: |
CHF 1'199, 1'389, 1'639 |
United Kingdom: |
N/A |
Original Prices - Asia
| China: |
N/A |
Hong Kong: |
N/A |
| India: |
Rs 99,900, 114,900, 134,900 |
Indonesia: |
Rp 19,000,000, 22,000,000, 25,000,000 |
| Japan: |
N/A |
Korea: |
KRW 1,370,000, 1,580,000, 1,850,000 |
| Malaysia: |
RM 4,999, 5,699, 6,649 |
The Philippines: |
PHP 67,990, 77,490, 90,490 |
| Singapore: |
S$1,649, S$1,889, S$2,199 |
Taiwan: |
NT$35,900, NT$41,500, NT$48,900 |
| Thailand: |
THB 39,900, 45,900, 53,900 |
Vietnam: |
VND 28,980,000, 32,680,000, 41,980,000 |
Original Prices - Australia & New Zealand
| Australia: |
A$1629, A$1879, A$2199 |
New Zealand: |
NZ$1899, NZ$2199, NZ$2599 |
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