iPhone X Screen Replacement: Cost, Options & Buying Guide (UK)

Is It Still Worth Fixing an iPhone X Screen in 2026?

The iPhone X launched in 2017 as Apple's first OLED iPhone, and nearly a decade on it's still a genuinely usable phone for calls, messaging, browsing, and light apps — provided the battery and screen are in good condition. A cracked screen doesn't mean the phone is finished. A quality OLED replacement, fitted correctly, restores full function and display quality for a fraction of the phone's original price. Whether it's worth doing depends mostly on one thing: what you paid (or would pay) for the phone versus what the repair costs.

Short answer: if your iPhone X is otherwise working well, a screen replacement in the UK typically costs £45–£90 depending on where you get it done, and is almost always worth it compared to replacing the phone.

iPhone X Screen: What You're Actually Replacing

The iPhone X uses a 5.8-inch Super Retina HD OLED display, at 2436 x 1125 resolution (458 ppi) — the first OLED panel Apple shipped on an iPhone. It supports True Tone, wide colour (P3), HDR, and 3D Touch, a pressure-sensitive layer built into the digitiser. This matters when buying a replacement: a cheap LCD "compatible" screen will not replicate the OLED black levels, colour range, or 3D Touch response of the original, and going LCD on this model is a visibly worse result. For a proper repair, you want an OLED replacement, not an LCD substitute.

What Does iPhone X Screen Replacement Cost in the UK?

Legacy OLED parts for the iPhone X generation typically cost suppliers £25–£45 per unit depending on grade, which is reflected in the DIY and trade pricing above. If a quote is dramatically below this range, the part is very likely a downgraded LCD screen rather than genuine OLED.

DIY vs Local Repair Shop vs Apple: Which Should You Choose?

Choose DIY if:

You're comfortable with small screwdrivers and confident handling the Face ID TrueDepth camera flex cable, which must be transferred carefully and never stretched or creased. This is the cheapest option but carries the most risk of accidental damage to Face ID or the earpiece.

Choose a local repair shop if:

You want a same-day fix without doing it yourself. This is the right choice for most people. The main variable is screen quality — ask specifically whether the replacement is OLED (not LCD) and what warranty is offered on the part.

Choose Apple if:

You have AppleCare+ still active (rare on a phone this old) or specifically want Apple-branded parts and are willing to pay a premium — assuming your local Apple Store still services this model at all, which is increasingly unlikely given the iPhone X's vintage status.

What Affects the Price You're Quoted

• Screen quality grade — OLED (correct for this model) costs more than LCD substitutes, but LCD on an OLED-native phone looks visibly worse: greyer blacks, dimmer whites, weaker viewing angles.
• 3D Touch functionality — a properly speced iPhone X screen includes a working 3D Touch layer. Budget copy screens sometimes omit or degrade this.
• Face ID preservation — Face ID is tied to the TrueDepth camera module, not the screen itself, so a competent repair should not affect it. If a shop tells you Face ID "might not work" after a screen swap, that's a sign of an inexperienced technician, not a genuine limitation of the repair.
• Warranty on the part — reputable suppliers and shops offer at least 30 days cover on the replacement screen.

Signs You Need a Screen Replacement (Not Just a Case)

Cracked glass with a still-responsive display can sometimes be left for a while under a screen protector, though it will worsen over time and risks glass shards. You need a replacement (not a repair-in-place fix) if you see any of: unresponsive touch areas, discolouration or dark patches (a sign the OLED panel itself is damaged, not just the glass), lines running across the display, or flickering. Any of these indicate the panel — not just the cover glass — is compromised, and a full screen assembly replacement is the only real fix.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an iPhone X screen replacement cost in the UK?

Realistically £45–£90 through an independent repair shop, or £25–£45 for the part alone if doing it yourself. Historic Apple out-of-warranty pricing was £229+, though Apple increasingly treats the iPhone X as a vintage product and may not offer screen repairs at all — check with your local store first.

Is the iPhone X screen OLED or LCD?

OLED. The iPhone X was Apple's first OLED iPhone, using a 5.8-inch Super Retina HD display. Only the iPhone XR (a different, later model) in this generation uses LCD.

Will replacing the screen affect Face ID?

No, provided the repair is done correctly. Face ID relies on the TrueDepth camera module at the top of the screen assembly, which must be transferred to the new screen or left undisturbed — it is not part of the display panel itself.

Is it worth repairing an iPhone X in 2026?

If the phone is otherwise working well — good battery health, no other faults — yes. A £45–£90 screen repair is far cheaper than replacing the phone, and a properly fitted OLED screen restores full original display quality.

Can I use a cheaper LCD screen instead of OLED on my iPhone X?

You can, but you shouldn't. The iPhone X was designed with OLED, and an LCD substitute will look noticeably worse — greyer blacks, reduced contrast, and a thicker panel. It also won't support the display characteristics the phone was built around, like true blacks in HDR content.

Does a third-party screen void my warranty?

For a phone this age, the original Apple warranty and most AppleCare+ terms have long since expired, so this is largely moot. A reputable independent repair does not carry the risks that concern people with newer, in-warranty devices.

Buy iPhone X Screens UK

Supreme Phone Parts is a Manchester-based, eBay Top Rated Seller supplying OEM-grade iPhone X OLED screens to trade and DIY buyers across the UK, with next-day delivery and trade accounts available for repair shops. Browse our iPhone screen replacement parts or see our detailed iPhone X, XS, XR and XS Max parts and repair guide for technical fitting notes.