Apple is a manufacturer recognized for the high quality of its devices, and many users do not give up the iPhone operating system, iOS, to replace it with even the best Android that exists in the world.
If you're an iPhone fanatic looking for a better model, or just curious who the best are, here we've rounded up the top 5 Apple smartphones so far (there are actually 8 smartphones, because we grouped together the models that differ only in size, such as iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max, beyond the iPhone 11 line).
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The best Apple smartphones
This list will be updated regularly so you will always have the best iPhones released by Apple. In some Latin American countries, for example, the best option is to buy iPhones from 2 or 3 previous generations, since they are more convenient in terms of cost/benefit.
1. iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max
The latest iPhones are generally the best. Line 11 was controversial, with a camera set that was considered odd for having a non-symmetrical three-lens block. This block ended up becoming standard for use in other smartphones released later.
- 5.8-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display
- Water and dust resistance (4 meters up to 30 minutes, IP68)
- 12 Mpx triple camera system with wide angle, ultra wide angle and telephoto; Night mode, Portrait mode and 4K video up to 60 f/s
- 12MP TrueDepth front camera with Portrait mode, 4K video and slow motion recording
- Face ID to securely authenticate and use ApplePay
- 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display
- Water and dust resistance (4 meters up to 30 minutes, IP68)
- 12 Mpx triple camera system with wide angle, ultra wide angle and telephoto; Night mode, Portrait mode and 4K video up to 60 f/s
- 12MP TrueDepth front camera with Portrait mode, 4K video and slow motion recording
- Face ID to securely authenticate and use ApplePay
Last update on 2023-09-26 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max was launched in September 2019. It came with Apple A13 Bionic chipset, Apple GPU, Memory set: 64GB and 6GB RAM, 256GB and 6GB RAM, 512GB and 6GB RAM.
The battery is 3500 mAh. The 6.5 screen, with a resolution of 1242 x 2688 pixels and a pixel density of 456 ppi, uses OLED technology with scratch-resistant glass protection.
The cameras are: 12 MP, f/1.8 + 12 MP, f/2.0, 52 mm (telephoto) 2x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.4, 13 mm (ultrawide). 12MP front camera, f/2.2.
2. iPhone XS Max and iPhone XS
We put the two devices in the same place because they are practically the same, what changes is only a few fractions of an inch on the screen, but let's talk about this separately.
- super retina display; 5,8-inch (diagonal) OLED multi-touch display
- 12.mpx dual camera with double optical image stabilization and 7.mpx truedepth front camera: portrait mode, portrait lighting,...
- face-id; use face id to pay in stores, apps and web pages with your iphone
- IP68 water and dust resistance (up to 2 meters deep for up to 30 minutes).
- super retina display; 6,5-inch (diagonal) OLED multi‑touch display
- 12.mpx dual camera with double optical image stabilization and 7.mpx truedepth front camera: portrait mode, portrait lighting,...
- face-id; use face id to pay in stores, apps and web pages with your iphone
- IP68 water and dust resistance (up to 2 meters deep for up to 30 minutes).
Last update on 2023-09-25 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
The highlight of Apple's latest releases is undoubtedly the iPhone XS Max. The XS Max has a 6.5-inch Super Retina OLED display, in a 6.2 x 3.1 x 0.3-inch frame, with Dolby Vision support, that's colorful and razor-sharp.
Both devices come equipped with the powerful A12 Bionic chipset, as well as having 4GB of RAM. There's also a TrueDepth sensor for quick Facial ID and Animoji unlock. The two rear cameras offer 2x zoom and portrait mode.
The iPhone XS is the same size as its iPhone X predecessor, with a 5,8-inch screen, which isn't as bloated as the 6,5-inch sibling XS Max, but it's still great for watching videos or playing games.
3. iPhone XR
The iPhone XR is a great option for those who don't want to (or can't) pay the price of the iPhone XS, but still want an upgraded device.
This is Apple's "cheap" iPhone among those recently launched, as well as being the best device on the list in terms of battery life and having different colors, such as blue, white, black, yellow, coral and red, contrasting with the most popular colors. soft iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max.
- 6,1-inch (diagonal) multi-touch LCD screen with IPS technology
- 12.mpx camera with optical image stabilization and 7.mpx truedepth front camera: portrait mode, portrait lighting,...
- face-id; use face id to pay in stores, apps and web pages with your iphone
- IP67 water and dust resistance (up to 1 meter deep for a maximum of 30 minutes).
Last update on 2023-09-20 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
But the big differences between the XR and the XS/XS Max are more aesthetic, because they have some important similarities: Apple's fast A12 Bionic chipset and two cameras on the back.
In short, the iPhone XR is cheaper, more colorful, has a large 6.1-inch screen, which can be seen as a middle ground between the iPhone XS and XS Max. This screen is enough for most people, especially those who don't insist on an OLED screen.
4. iPhone X
The iPhone X was the most expensive device Apple has ever released, before the iPhone XS Max appeared a year later. The arrival of the latter also marked Apple's decision to stop selling the iPhone X in its official store, although you can find the device for sale in other stores.
- super retina display; 5,8-inch (diagonal) OLED multi‑touch display
- Double 12mp camera with double optical stabilization of the image (ois) and front truedepth 7mp camera; modalità ritratto e...
- face-id; use face id to pay in stores, apps and web pages with your iphone
- IP67 water and dust resistance (up to 1 meter deep for a maximum of 30 minutes).
Last update on 2023-09-18 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
With a beautiful, nearly frameless design and more cutting-edge technology than you can handle, the iPhone X is still a great option. Highlights include a great camera with a telephoto lens, impressive battery life, and Face ID security, which allows you to unlock your smartphone using your face.
5. iPhone 8/8Plus
If you like big screens but don't have enough resources to invest in an iPhone XS Max or even an iPhone XR, a good option is to buy an iPhone 8 Plus. Or if you even see a slightly smaller screen, but your main concern is cost without sacrificing performance, the iPhone 8 is an easy choice.
- iPhone 8 64GB Space Gray
- 5,5-inch (diagonal) widescreen LCD Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
- Dual 12-megapixel camera with optical image stabilization, Portrait mode, Portrait Lighting and 4K video, and 7-megapixel FaceTime HD camera with...
- Touch ID. Use Touch ID to pay in stores, apps and websites with your iPhone
- IP67 water and dust resistance (up to 1 meter depth for up to 30 minutes)
Last update on 2023-09-20 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
Both were released in 2017, along with the iPhone X, and are the most powerful models with the classic home button design. In fact, most users still find it easier to navigate iPhone with a fingerprint sensor and home button.
This design helps speed up your activities through multitasking, and iPhone 8 is truly one-handed, thanks to a smaller screen and accessibility features. Also, the processing power and cameras remain competitive.
Avoid these iPhones
iPhone 6S, iPhone SE and earlier
The iPhone 6S/6S Plus and iPhone SE, and all other iPhones before it, are likely to be found in stores and for resale used, but they're not worth it anymore. They don't have the processing power to track apps and updates for years to come satisfactorily. They're also not waterproof, and their camera technology isn't as refined as newer models.
Since Apple no longer sells them, you can choose to stop software updates at any time for years to come. Unless you have the opportunity to buy one of these older models for very little money, an iPhone 7 or newer is more worth investing in.
