Apple iPhone 16e vs Apple iPhone 17e: Which One Should You Buy?

Apple iPhone 16e edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head

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Apple · 2025

Apple iPhone 16e

86/ 100

Launch price$599

Apple · 2026

Apple iPhone 17e

86/ 100

Launch pricePrice on request

Head-to-head

Apple iPhone 16e wins 1 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPhone 16e

1 win

Apple iPhone 17e

1 win

At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

Apple iPhone 16eApple iPhone 17e

Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

SpeedApple iPhone 17e
81
85
Camerafrom specsTie
32
32
VideoNot enough data
SelfieTie
60
60
BatteryApple iPhone 16e
52
48
Displayfrom specsTie
85
85
ConnectivityTie
65
65
SecurityNot enough data
ValueNot enough data

Key differences

Apple iPhone 16e is lighter167 g vs 169 g
Apple iPhone 17e has the faster chipApple A19 vs Apple A18

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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 16e

✓2 g lighter (167 g), easier to hold
✓$9400 cheaper at launch ($599 vs $9999)
✓50 MP main camera

Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 17e

✓50 MP main camera
✓6.1" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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Specification	Apple iPhone 16e	Apple iPhone 17e
1. Display & Screen
Screen type	OLED Super Retina XDR	Color Super Retina XDR OLED Screen
Screen Size	6.1"	6.1"
Resolution & Density	2532x1170 (460 ppi)	~ 460 PPI
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	1,200 nits peak	N/A
Screen Protection	Not listed	Not listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone 17e Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	Apple A18	Apple A19
CPU Cores	Not listed	Not listed
GPU Graphics	Not listed	Not listed
Operating System	iOS 18 18	iOS 18 26.3
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	8 GB LPDDR	8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	512 GB	512 GB
Storage Speed	Not listed	Not listed
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera	50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor	50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto Zoom	None (digital zoom only)	None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	N/A	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
5. Video
Main Camera Video	Not listed	Not listed
Front Video	Not listed	Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	16 MP	16 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Apple iPhone 16e Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm	N/A
Weight	167 g	169 g
Build Materials	Not listed	Not listed
SIM Type	Not listed	Not listed
Water Resistance	IP68	Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPhone 16e Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	4,005 mAh	4,005 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	20W wired fast charging	N/A
Wireless Charging	7.5W wireless charging	Not listed
Reverse Charging	Not listed	Not listed
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Not listed	Not listed
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6	Yes, with wifi-hotspot
Bluetooth	5.3	Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 2.0	Yes, USB-C v2.0
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Not listed	Not listed
Satellite Features	Not listed	Not listed
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Not listed	Not listed
Launch Price	$599	Price on request

Our verdict

Apple iPhone 16e wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Apple iPhone 16e is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Significantly faster wired charging: 20W vs max 0W and Brighter screen: 1,200 nits peak vs 0 nits.

Buy Apple iPhone 16e if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 20W vs max 0W · Brighter screen: 1,200 nits peak vs 0 nits

Buy Apple iPhone 17e if you want

Balanced specifications with Apple hardware design · Runs iOS 18 with optimized security support

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPhone 16e or Apple iPhone 17e?

Apple iPhone 16e leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Apple iPhone 17e (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Significantly faster wired charging: 20W vs max 0W and Brighter screen: 1,200 nits peak vs 0 nits.

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone 16e and Apple iPhone 17e?

Apple iPhone 16e has a 6.1-inch display and 4005 mAh battery. Apple iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch display and 4005 mAh battery.

How do Apple iPhone 16e and Apple iPhone 17e compare for speed?

Apple iPhone 16e scores 81/100 for performance; Apple iPhone 17e scores 85/100.

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