System Data is MUCH larger after a restore.

Hey. The back glass on my iPhone 12 Pro Max broke so I used AppleCare plus to get an express replacement. I’ve now restored it 3 times using iCloud backups.


My original phone works flawlessly. Storage space on the phone is 356.6gb out of 512gb.


My new one (exact same phone) is still updating, has 40gb left witch will end up exceeding the 512. Like 150gb more data than the phone it is supposed to be a copy of.


Is there a fix for this? Fully half of the data is system data. Over 200gb of system data??


For reference I’ve had almost every iteration of the iPhone since #3. I’ve backed up and restored 15-20 phones at least. Never had this issue.

iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 15

Posted on Jun 14, 2022 3:45 PM

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Jun 14, 2022 4:56 PM in response to JeepnRealtor

I would ignore that because this system data will make room when you need more space on your iPhone. These are some cache and temporary files that will be erased by the system whenever you try to save more files.


You may --> Clear Other storage on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support (IN)


Tap on System Data it will take you to "Other System Data"

Now the question is what is the "Other System Data" storage. Read on...


  • Other System Data: Non-removable mobile assets, like Siri voices, fonts, dictionaries, non-removable logs and caches, Spotlight index, and system data, such as Keychain and CloudKit Database. Cached files can't be deleted by the system.
  • System: Space taken by the operating system. This can vary based on your device and model.


About cached files in "Other System Data"

Finder and iTunes categorize cached music, videos, and photos as Other instead of actual songs, videos, or photos. Cached files are created when you stream or view content like music, videos, and photos. When you stream music or video, that content is stored as cached files on your device so you can quickly access it again.


Your device automatically removes cached files and temporary files when your device needs more space.


If storage on your device differs from what you see in Finder or iTunes

Since Finder and iTunes categorize cached files as Other, reported usage for Music or Videos might differ. To view usage on your device, go to Settings > General > [Device] Storage.


If you want to delete the cached files from your device

Your device automatically deletes cached files and temporary files when it needs more space. You don't need to delete them yourself.

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