Written by Amber
Edited on
12 July 2024
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15:23
Compare the Refurbished iPhone 8 to the Refurbished iPhone X
The Refurbished iPhone 8 and Refurbished iPhone X were both released in September 2017. In this article, you can read about the biggest differences and similarities between these refurbished smartphones. We'll compare the most important specifications and features of these 2 smartphones. This way, you'll know which iPhone model suits you best soon.
Comparison
- Refurbished iPhone 8
Screen quality: standard
Camera quality: standard
Touch ID
Home button
From
279,-
- Refurbished iPhone X
Screen quality: very good
Camera quality: good
Face ID
No home button
From
239,-
Compare the Refurbished iPhone 8 to the Refurbished iPhone X
| Refurbished iPhone 8 | Refurbished iPhone X | |
|---|---|---|
| Screen quality | Stand | Very good |
| Screen size | 4.7 inches | 5.8 inches |
| iOS updates | September 2023 | September 2023 |
| Unlock | Touch ID | Face ID |
| Home button | Yes | No |
| Camera quality | Stand | Good |
Screen and size
Apple iPhone 8: small screen
The Refurbished iPhone 8 is one of the most compact smartphones in our smartphone assortment. Thanks to the small 4.7-inch screen, you can easily control this device with 1 hand. At the top and bottom of the screen, there are black borders. These give the iPhone 8 its classic look. This also makes the screen smaller and allows space for the home button. The LED Retina HD screen is sharp, but not as sharp as that of the iPhone X.
Refurbished iPhone X: larger screen
The Refurbished iPhone X is slightly larger than the Refurbished iPhone 8. The screen is much larger, 5.8 inches. There are no black borders around the screen, so this model doesn't have a home button. This gives the iPhone X a modern look, especially compared to the iPhone 8. The OLED Super Retina HD display is sharper than that of the iPhone 8. As a result, you can easily watch your favorite movies and series on the iPhone X.
iOS updates
The last iOS update for the Refurbished iPhone 8 and Refurbished iPhone X are expected to be in September 2023. This means that you get the latest Apple software until the next iOS update in 2024. Until then, you can enjoy the latest functions on your iPhone. After September 2024, you won't have the latest iOS version anymore. You can still use your iPhone 8 or X after that, but you won't have access to the latest functions.
Unlock
Refurbished iPhone 8: Touch ID
Refurbished iPhone 8 is one of the few iPhone models you can unlock with your fingerprint. You can find the fingerprint scanner below the home button. With Touch ID, you can unlock your device extremely fast. You can also approve payments with your fingerprint. The iPhone 8 doesn't have Face ID, so you can't unlock it with a face scan.
Refurbished iPhone X: Face ID
The Refurbished iPhone X is the first iPhone with Face ID. You can easily unlock the iPhone X by looking at the camera. The front camera scans your face to unlock your device. You can also use the face scan to approve payments, or use it instead of a password or PIN code. The iPhone X doesn't have Touch ID, so you can't unlock this model with your fingerprint.
Cameras
Refurbished iPhone 8: 1 camera
The refurbished iPhone 8 has 1 camera on the back. With this 12-megapixel camera, you can't take the sharpest photos. They're suitable for sending photos to your friends or family via WhatsApp, for example. Thanks to the optical image stabilization and autofocus, your photos aren't as blurry and they're sharper.
Refurbished iPhone X: 2 cameras
The Refurbished iPhone X has 2 cameras on the back. The main camera is similar to that of the iPhone 8, which also has a 12-megapixel camera with optic image stabilization and autofocus. The second camera is a telephoto lens. This allows you to zoom in on objects or people from afar. The cameras of the iPhone X are slightly better than that of the iPhone 8.
Conclusion
Which of these 2 refurbished iPhones suits you best depends on your needs. Want the sharpest screen and the best cameras? Choose the Refurbished iPhone X. Prefer an iPhone with a home button, classic look, and compact screen? Go for the Refurbished iPhone 8.
