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Apple iPhone 13 mini vs Apple iPhone XS
Apple iPhone 13 mini ($196) vs Apple iPhone XS ($98) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right smartphone.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Apple iPhone 13 mini | Apple iPhone XS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $196 | $98 |
| Weight | 141g | 177g |
| Chip | A15 Bionic | A12 Bionic |
| Display | 5.4" 60Hz | 5.8" 60Hz OLED |
| Camera | 12MP dual, sensor-shift | 12MP dual |
| Battery | 2,406mAh | — |
| Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Weight | 141g (Apple published) | 177g (Apple published) |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 13 mini
- 141g, lightest modern iPhone by far
- Genuinely one-hand usable
- Same A15 chip as the full-size 13
- Apple will not make another one
- Battery life is the real compromise
- Lightning
- No Apple Intelligence
- Small display for video
Apple iPhone XS
- OLED and dual camera at a very low price
- Compact 5.8-inch body
- Stainless steel build
- Battery was weak new and is weaker now
- Lightning
- Nearing end of iOS support
- No ultrawide
Apple iPhone XS is the better value at $98. If weight matters most, Apple iPhone 13 mini carries lighter at 141g. Both are part of our curated smartphone index — tap through to check current pricing.