Overall Score
90.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#83)90.9
Performance(#1138)88.2
Camera(#57)98.6
Display(#907)89.9
Battery(#381)89.5
Build(#168)93.3
Connectivity(#339)86.1
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Apple iPhone 16e
Short Review
- The Apple iPhone 16e features a sleek design with glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, measuring 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm and weighing 167 grams.
- Its 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display offers a resolution of 1170 x 2532 pixels, achieving a peak brightness of 1200 nits and supporting HDR10.
- Powered by the Apple A18 chipset, it delivers robust performance with a hexa-core CPU and 8GB of RAM across its storage options of 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB.
- The rear camera boasts a 48 MP sensor with OIS, capable of recording 4K video at various frame rates, while the 12 MP front camera supports high-quality selfies.
- The battery capacity is 4005 mAh, supporting 50W wired and wireless charging.
- Running on iOS 18.3.1, it is upgradable to iOS 18.5, ensuring access to the latest features and updates.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and USB Type-C.
- The device also includes stereo speakers for enhanced audio quality.
- Available in black and white, it combines aesthetic appeal with functional durability.
- Water resistance further enhances its build quality, making it suitable for various environments.
Specifications
General
Release Date2025, February 19
Announced2025, February 19
DescriptionVersions: A3409 (International); A3212 (USA); A3408 (Middle East, Mexico, Canada); A3410 (China)Previously rumored as Apple iPhone SE (2025)
Display
Size6.1"
TypeSuper Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)
Resolution1170 x 2532 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~457 ppi density)
PPI1170
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCeramic Shield glass
Performance
ChipsetApple A18 (3 nm)
CPUHexa-core (2x4.04 GHz + 4x2.20 GHz)
GPUApple GPU (4-core graphics)
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama, 3D (spatial) audio
Front Camera12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAFSL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Front Camera FeaturesHDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec.
Video Recording4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, Dolby Vision HDR, OIS, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, HDR
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4005 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4005 mAh
Charging DetailsWired, 50% in 30 min7.5W wireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
Weight167 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SAR1.19 W/kg (head) 1.20 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM+ eSIM (max 2 at a time; International)eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA)Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemiOS 18.3.1, upgradable to iOS 18.5
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✓
SensorsFace ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer