Repair parts iPhone XS
Receive it on wednesday 11 de november
Receive it on wednesday 11 de november
Receive it on wednesday 11 de november
This category brings together parts for the Apple iPhone XS, the 5.8-inch model Apple introduced in 2018 with a steel frame, glass back and Face ID. It looks identical to the iPhone X, although several of its internal parts are not compatible with those of the iPhone X, so we recommend checking the model code before ordering. We stock screens, a battery, back cover, cameras, charging port and board connectors for individuals and repair shops alike.
The Apple iPhone XS uses model codes A1920, A2097, A2098, A2099 and A2100
You can find the code under Settings > General > About: tap the model number to display the reference beginning with A. In Europe, the A2097 is the most common. The A1920 is the US and Canadian variant, the A2098 is the Japanese variant, and the A2100 is the mainland China variant. Workshop diagnostic systems identify it as iPhone11,2.
The model most commonly confused with it is the iPhone X, which has the same dimensions and notched front. There are two quick ways to tell them apart: the XS was sold in gold, a colour the X never came in, and the X uses model codes A1865, A1901 or A1902. The batteries and back covers are not interchangeable, and technicians also advise against swapping the screens between them. The XS Max, at 6.5 inches, is harder to confuse with it, although it shares some board connectors with the XS.
Apple iPhone XS: two Premium complete screens and a reusable Face ID sensor
The iPhone XS comes with a 5.8-inch OLED Super Retina panel with a resolution of 2436 x 1125 pixels. Our range includes two compatible alternatives for the iPhone XS, both in Premium quality: the OLED complete screen for iPhone XS and the compatible complete screen for iPhone XS. Before choosing, check the panel technology in each product listing.
Neither screen includes the earpiece speaker and front sensor assembly. This part is attached to the back of the screen, paired with the logic board and includes the Face ID illuminator. It must therefore be transferred from the old screen with great care: if it is damaged, Face ID will stop working and there is no way to restore it outside Apple's official service. The advantage is that the screen can be replaced on the XS without removing the rest of the Face ID hardware.
Workshops often ask about True Tone. This feature uses the calibration data from the original screen and disappears from the menu when another screen is installed. To restore it, the data must be transferred from the old screen to the new one using a dedicated programmer.
The Apple iPhone XS's 2658 mAh battery uses a single L-shaped cell
The iPhone XS was the first iPhone with a single-cell L-shaped battery. The iPhone X has two cells and 2716 mAh, so its battery is not compatible with the XS battery. The 2658 mAh battery for iPhone XS provides the model's rated capacity of around 10.13 Wh. It is secured to the frame with adhesive strips that release when pulled, not glue.
The XS battery has a microcontroller that checks whether it is genuine. If it is replaced outside Apple's network, a battery not verified warning appears under Settings > Battery > Battery Health, and the maximum capacity is no longer displayed. The phone continues to charge and work normally, and Apple does not restrict its performance for this reason. The only thing you lose is the battery health percentage, and the replacement is recorded in the parts history.
On the Apple iPhone XS, the back glass is integrated with the frame
Apple did not design the XS back glass as a separate part. It is fitted between the steel frame and the camera bump, and even a single crack means the official repair option is to replace the entire frame. The back cover for iPhone XS with adhesive, in OEM quality and white or black, lets you replace just the glass. To do this, the broken glass must be removed from the frame. Repair shops use a laser machine to burn through the adhesive without dismantling the device; doing it by hand takes several hours.
The advantage is that the board, battery and camera modules stay in place, without disturbing paired parts. Make sure the colour of the cover matches the frame you are keeping.
Apple iPhone XS Face ID is paired with the original front camera
The front camera with IR infrared for iPhone XS is part of the TrueDepth system. If you install it in a different phone, the selfie camera will work again, but Face ID will not activate. This is because the infrared components are paired with the board and only Apple can pair them again. It is useful when the selfie camera needs to be restored, or when a repair shop is working with a donor board and sensor assembly.
The rear camera for iPhone XS is the dual 12 MP wide-angle and telephoto module. On the XS, iOS parts history only records the battery and screen, so the cameras do not appear in that record.
The charging port for iPhone XS is available in white, gold and black. You can test it with the compatible Lightning 8-pin USB cable, which uses the same connector as the XS. The bottom screws for iPhone X to 14 Pro Max, in white or black, replace the two screws beside the Lightning port.
For board repairs, there are two original connectors. The touchscreen FPC connector for iPhone X, XS and XS Max is shared by all three models. The antenna-to-logic-board FPC connector for iPhone XS is exclusive to this model. Both are soldered onto the board and require microsoldering equipment.
iPhone XS, iPhone X and XS Max: compatibility and common questions
Can I fit an iPhone X battery in the iPhone XS?
No. The X battery has two cells and 2716 mAh, while the iPhone XS battery has a single cell and 2658 mAh, with a different shape and layout. Always order the battery specifically for the XS.
Will I lose Face ID if I replace the iPhone XS screen?
No, as long as you transfer the earpiece and sensor assembly from the old screen without damaging it, since Face ID depends on that part, not the panel. You will lose True Tone unless the data from the original screen is transferred.
Can I use an iPhone X screen in the iPhone XS?
They share the same size, resolution and similar connectors, but some technicians have reported issues in part of the touch area when swapping them. To avoid this, use a screen for iPhone XS.
Will I be able to check battery health after replacing the battery?
If you replace it outside Apple's service, no: the XS displays a battery not verified warning instead of the percentage. Charging, battery life and performance are not affected by this warning.
