Apple iPhone 16e
Price:
$599
(originally launched at $599)
128GB variant · Launched February 2025 · Current Status: Available
Apple iPhone 16e is Apple's newest budget-friendly iPhone, replacing the iPhone SE lineup. It features an aerospace-grade aluminum frame with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a notch, a 48MP Fusion camera system with 2x optical-quality telephoto crop, Action Button, USB-C port, 8GB RAM, and the 3nm A18 Bionic chipset with a 4-core GPU.
LAUNCH
| Announced | February 19, 2025 |
| Released | February 28, 2025 |
| Status | Available |
DISPLAY
| Screen Size | 6.1 inches |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 pixels (Super Retina XDR) |
| Pixel Density | ~460 ppi |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz (standard — no ProMotion) |
| Display Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, Haptic Touch |
| Brightness | 800 nits (typical), 1200 nits (peak HDR) |
| Features | Notch, True Tone, Wide color gamut (P3), Haptic Touch |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield (first generation) |
| Always-On Display | Not supported |
PERFORMANCE
| Chipset | Apple A18 (3nm) |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x performance + 4x efficiency cores) |
| GPU | Apple-designed 4-core GPU |
| Neural Engine | Yes (16-core Neural Engine) |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Cooling | Passive cooling |
| Operating System | Launched with iOS 18; fully compatible with latest iOS releases |
| Machine Learning / AI | A18 Neural Engine; Apple Intelligence: Supported |
| Graphics Support | Metal 3, Hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing |
GAMING PERFORMANCE — COMMUNITY/THIRD-PARTY REPORTS
| PUBG Mobile / BGMI | 60 FPS on Extreme frame rate settings; 90 FPS not supported (60Hz display) |
| Free Fire | Stable 60 FPS on Ultra graphics settings |
| Call of Duty: Mobile | 60 FPS on Very High graphics + Max FPS; 120 FPS not supported (60Hz display) |
| Genshin Impact | Maintains 50–60 FPS average on Medium-High settings; 8GB RAM provides smooth performance |
| Asphalt 9: Legends | Stable 60 FPS on 60 FPS graphic preset |
| AAA Console Games | Runs native console ports at 30 FPS with MetalFX Upscaling |
| Overall Gaming Performance | Powered by 8GB RAM and the 4-core A18 GPU, providing quick loading times and reliable frame rates. 4-core GPU means slightly lower gaming performance than standard iPhone 16's 5-core GPU. |
BENCHMARK — ANTUTU RESULTS (APPROXIMATE)
| AnTuTu v10 Total | ~1,600,000 – 1,750,000 (estimated based on A18 chip with 4-core GPU) |
REAR CAMERA
| Main Camera | 48 MP Fusion, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), Hybrid Focus Pixels, OIS |
| 2x Telephoto (Crop) | 12 MP, 52mm, f/1.6 (enabled by 48MP crop), 2x optical-quality zoom |
| Ultra Wide | Not available (single rear camera) |
| LiDAR Scanner | No |
| Photo Digital Zoom | Up to 10x digital zoom |
| Stabilization | Optical Image Stabilization |
| Camera Features | Photonic Engine, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 5, Night Mode, Portrait Mode with Depth Control, Photographic Styles, Panorama (up to 63MP) |
FRONT CAMERA
| Camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/1.9, Autofocus with Focus Pixels |
| Features | Photonic Engine, Smart HDR 5, 4K video recording, Slo-mo video (1080p @ 120fps), Retina Flash, Animoji & Memoji |
VIDEO RECORDING
| Rear Video | 4K Dolby Vision @ 24/25/30/60fps, 1080p @ 25/30/60fps, Slo-mo 1080p @ 120/240fps |
| Video Digital Zoom | Up to 6x digital zoom |
| ProRes | Not Supported |
| Cinematic Mode | Not supported |
| Action Mode | Not supported |
| Spatial Video | Not supported |
| Front Video | 4K Dolby Vision @ 24/25/30/60fps, 1080p @ 25/30/60fps, Slo-mo 1080p @ 120fps |
| Audio | Stereo audio recording, Spatial Audio, Wind noise reduction |
BATTERY
| Battery Type | Li-Ion, built-in (non-removable) |
| Battery Capacity | ~4005 mAh |
| Video Playback | Up to 26 hours |
CHARGING
| Wired Charging | Fast charging via USB-C (up to 50% in ~30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher) |
| Fast Charging | Yes (USB Power Delivery) |
| MagSafe | Not supported |
| Qi Wireless Charging | Yes (Qi standard, up to 7.5W) |
| Reverse Wired Charging | Not supported |
CONNECTIVITY
| 5G | Yes (sub-6 GHz and C-band; Apple C1 modem; no mmWave) |
| 4G | Yes, Gigabit-class LTE (4x4 MIMO) |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with LE |
| NFC | Yes (Apple Pay & reader mode) |
| UWB | Not supported |
| FM Radio | No |
USB & DISPLAY OUTPUT
| Connector | USB Type-C |
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (up to 480 Mbps) |
| Display Output | Native DisplayPort support over USB-C |
SIM & NETWORK
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM; Dual eSIM support |
| eSIM | Yes (Supports multiple eSIMs) |
| Network | GSM/CDMA, 3G HSPA+, 4G LTE, 5G, Emergency SOS via Satellite |
NAVIGATION & LOCATION
| GPS | Yes, Built-in GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou |
| Compass | Yes, digital compass |
SENSORS
| Face ID | Yes (TrueDepth camera system in notch) |
| Crash Detection | Yes |
| Action Button | Yes (customizable for Silent mode, Camera, Flashlight, Focus, Voice Memo, Shortcut) |
| Camera Control | Not supported |
| Motion | High-g Accelerometer, High dynamic range Gyroscope, Barometer |
AUDIO & MULTIMEDIA
| Speakers | Spatial audio playback, Stereo speakers |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes (Dolby Atmos playback supported) |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | No |
SOFTWARE FEATURES
| Apple Intelligence | Supported (Writing Tools, Clean Up, Siri enhancements) |
| Siri | Yes, hands-free "Siri" or "Hey Siri" |
| Apple Pay | Yes (via Face ID) |
BUILD & PROTECTION
| Frame | Aerospace-grade aluminum (85% recycled) |
| Front Protection | Ceramic Shield |
| Back Protection | Glass back |
| Water Resistance | IP68 (6 meters up to 30 minutes) |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.80 mm |
| Weight | 167 grams |
COLORS
| Available Colors | Black, White |
STORAGE & PRICE
| Card Slot | No (fixed internal NVMe storage only) |
| 128GB |
$599
|
| 256GB |
$699
|
| 512GB |
$899
|
MISC
| Model Number | A3408 / A3409 / A3410 / A3411 |
Overall: The iPhone 16e replaces the iPhone SE lineup as Apple's most affordable iPhone. It brings the A18 chip, 8GB RAM, Apple Intelligence, and a 48MP camera to the budget tier. Key compromises compared to the iPhone 16 include: a 4-core GPU (vs 5-core), a notch instead of Dynamic Island, single rear camera, no MagSafe, no Camera Control button, and a 60Hz display. However, it offers excellent value with Apple's C1 modem delivering impressive battery life (up to 26 hours video playback).
IPHONE 16E IN 2026: IS IT STILL WORTH BUYING?
| Performance | A18 with 8GB RAM delivers fast daily performance and Apple Intelligence support. 4-core GPU means slightly lower gaming performance than standard iPhone 16. |
| Display & Build | 6.1-inch OLED with notch (not Dynamic Island); aluminum frame with Ceramic Shield; lightweight at 167g, though capped at 60Hz. |
| Camera | 48MP single camera with 2x optical-quality zoom; no ultra-wide lens; good for everyday photography but lacks versatility. |
| Battery | ~4005 mAh battery with Apple C1 modem offers excellent endurance — up to 26 hours video playback. |
| 5G | Apple C1 modem supports sub-6GHz 5G; no mmWave support. |
| Apple Intelligence | Fully supported — a key upgrade over previous SE models. |
| Connectivity | USB-C (USB 2.0 speeds), Wi-Fi 6, no MagSafe, no UWB, no Camera Control button. |
| iOS Support | Fully supported on latest iOS releases with years of updates ahead. |
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Core specifications are based primarily on Apple's official technical specifications; benchmark figures and other third-party measurements (battery mAh, AnTuTu scores, etc.) are compiled separately from tested units. This is a current device; retail availability may vary by region.
Core specifications are based primarily on Apple's official technical specifications; benchmark figures and other third-party measurements (battery mAh, AnTuTu scores, etc.) are compiled separately from tested units. This is a current device; retail availability may vary by region.