iPhone X deals

The iPhone X in a nutshell

• Release date: 22 September 2017
• Price at launch: from £799
• 5.8-inch super AMOLED display
• Dual 12-megapixel rear camera
• 7-megapixel True Depth front camera
• A11 Bionic chip
• Supports Apple Pay
• Operating system: up to iOS 16.6.1.1

The iPhone X was Apple’s flagship release back in 2017. It was launched alongside the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus.

You can no longer buy the iPhone X directly from Apple, but many mobile networks offer it on a pay-monthly contract.

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It was Apple’s top flagship at launch, and even though it’s no longer new, the iPhone X still looks pretty premium. With its all-screen design, it still looks every inch the modern smartphone.

However, software-wise, it’s showing its age. With Apple no longer supporting it beyond iOS 16, the iPhone X’s lifespan is coming to a close.

Is the iPhone X still worth it in 2024?

Released back in 2017, you may be wondering if the iPhone X is now outdated compared to newer models, or if it’s still worth considering as your next phone.

As it’s no longer compatible with the latest iOS, it’s difficult to recommend the iPhone X if you plan to get a few years of usage from it.

That said, if you’re looking for an affordable Apple device for a short while, the iPhone X can now be had for a cheap monthly price.

Cheap iPhone X deals

The iPhone X is now a mid-price phone and if you shop around you can get what we’d consider a pretty good deal.

Apple doesn’t sell it anymore, but you can snap it up from a variety of phone networks on a pay-monthly contract, including Vodafone and iD Mobile. Prices start from £18 per month.

The iPhone X’s design

Back when it launched, the iPhone X brought about a revolution in terms of design. It was the first Apple phone to do away with the home button, allowing for a much larger, edge-to-edge screen – and providing the blueprint for later iPhones to follow.

By putting this much emphasis on a wider, longer screen, Apple is showcasing the true quality of their AMOLED display. The colours and contrasts are bright, deep and rich, and features ultra-HD definition for the ultimate viewing experience.

It was also the first iPhone with an OLED screen. Organic Light Emitting Diods (OLED) screens use a series of thin, light emitting films, rather than an array of LED bulbs. This allows OLED screens to be much brighter yet use less energy, which saves your battery life.

The iPhone X’s camera

The iPhone X comes with two 12MP cameras on the back. The main sensor has an aperture of f/1.8, while the secondary sensor has f/2.4, which means it enables a factor of two optical zoom over the main sensor.

This all means that you can take some neat photos that focuses on a central image and blurs the background. It also enables the central image to be illuminated.

The camera on the iPhone X also features optical image stabilisation on both of its sensors; something that the iPhone 8 doesn't support. This enables much sharper images to be shot in low level light, meaning your snaps at gigs or parties are likely to pick out every blemish and embarrassing moment.

More iPhone handsets

• iPhone 15
• iPhone 14
• iPhone 13
• iPhone 12
• iPhone 11

What are the best iPhone X deals?

The best iPhone X deals will depend on your buying criteria and what’s most important to you. If you want a more generous monthly data allowance, you'll have to spend more.

Luckily, the iPhone X can be had for a very reasonable price these days.

Is the iPhone X waterproof?

The iPhone X is water-resistant and comes with an IP67 rating, meaning it will survive submersion in up to one metre of water for up to half an hour.

Models from the iPhone 11 onwards have the better IP68 rating, with the ability to survive for up to half an hour in one and a half metres of water.

Does the iPhone X have wireless charging?

Yes, you can charge the iPhone X wirelessly at cafés, airports and other public places where wireless charging pads are available. You can also charge it wirelessly at home with a wireless charging pad (sold separately).

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