Apple
iPhone XR 256GB
A12 · iOS · 256GB
76
/ 100
From $849
VS
Apple
iPhone XR 128GB
A12 · iOS · 128GB
76
/ 100
From $749
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPhone XR 256GB lands at 76 and iPhone XR 128GB at 76. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPhone XR 256GB if…
- ✓iOS ecosystem
- ✓Long update support
- ✓Polished hardware
Pick iPhone XR 128GB if…
- ✓iOS ecosystem
- ✓Long update support
- ✓Polished hardware
iPhone XR 256GB 76
vs 76 iPhone XR 128GB
Score breakdown
iPhone XR 256GB
76 cpu 76
gpu 74
camera 75
battery 70
display 73
design 76
iPhone XR 128GB
76 cpu 76
gpu 74
camera 75
battery 70
display 73
design 76
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPhone XR 256GB | iPhone XR 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | A12 | A12 |
| Storage | ▲ 256GB | 128GB |
| OS | iOS 12 | iOS 12 |
| Release year | 2018 | 2018 |
iPhone XR 256GB
Pros
- +iOS ecosystem
- +Long update support
- +Polished hardware
Cons
- −Premium pricing
- −Limited customization
- −Lightning/USB-C split across generations
iPhone XR 128GB
Pros
- +iOS ecosystem
- +Long update support
- +Polished hardware
Cons
- −Premium pricing
- −Limited customization
- −Lightning/USB-C split across generations
FAQ: iPhone XR 256GB vs iPhone XR 128GB
Which is better, iPhone XR 256GB or iPhone XR 128GB? +
Both score 76 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPhone XR 256GB worth the price? +
At $849, iPhone XR 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 76 — strongest in cpu.
Is iPhone XR 128GB worth the price? +
At $749, iPhone XR 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 76 — strongest in cpu.
Does iPhone XR 256GB or iPhone XR 128GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.