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Apple iPhone 17e vs Samsung Galaxy F16: Which One Should You Buy?

Apple iPhone 17e 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 · 2026

Apple iPhone 17e

Apple iPhone 17e
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Samsung · 2025

Samsung Galaxy F16

Samsung Galaxy F16
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Apple iPhone 17e wins 2 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPhone 17e
Apple iPhone 17e
2 wins
Samsung Galaxy F16
Samsung Galaxy F16
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivity
Apple iPhone 17eSamsung Galaxy F16
Category winners

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

  • Speedfrom specsApple iPhone 17e
    93
    57
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    32
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatteryApple iPhone 17e
    48
    39
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    85
    85
  • ConnectivityTie
    65
    65
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Samsung Galaxy F16 has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,005 mAh
  • Samsung Galaxy F16 has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.1"
  • Apple iPhone 17e is lighter169 g vs 191 g
  • Apple iPhone 17e has the faster chipApple A19 vs Dimensity 6300
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 17e
  • ✓22 g lighter (169 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.1" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy F16
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+995 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPhone 17eSamsung Galaxy F16
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeColor Super Retina XDR OLED ScreenSuper AMOLED
Screen Size6.1"6.7"
Resolution & Density~ 460 PPI 1080 x 2340 (385 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone 17e Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A19 Dimensity 6300
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS 18 26.3Android 15 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP16 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Apple iPhone 17e Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight169 g191 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP54
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPhone 17e Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,005 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/A25W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardYes, with wifi-hotspotNot listed
BluetoothYes, v5.3, A2DP, LEv5.3
USB Port & SpeedYes, USB-C v2.0USB Type-C 2.0
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Apple iPhone 17e wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Apple iPhone 17e is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Lighter body: 169g (22g lighter in hand).

Buy Apple iPhone 17e if you want

Lighter body: 169g (22g lighter in hand)

Buy Samsung Galaxy F16 if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+995 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPhone 17e or Samsung Galaxy F16?

Apple iPhone 17e leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy F16 (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Lighter body: 169g (22g lighter in hand).

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone 17e and Samsung Galaxy F16?

Apple iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch display and 4005 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy F16 has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

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