Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Apple iPhone 16e
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18; launch prices were $999 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads — 73/100 vs 56/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the bigger battery (3582 mAh vs 3279); the Apple iPhone 16e is faster in AnTuTu (1,972,476 vs 1,782,199); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Apple iPhone 16e
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 3254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8300 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 3582 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 7W
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (24/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1972476 vs 1782199
- Lighter: 167g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $999
- Better portability (80/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Apple iPhone 16e, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro scores 17 points higher (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (85/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (24/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (80/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Apple iPhone 16e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Apple A18 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 1972476 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3254 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 8070 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2532x1170 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 3279 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | iOS 18 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 167 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Apple iPhone 16e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16e leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 9.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Apple iPhone 16e was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (85/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (24/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (80/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Apple iPhone 16e?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Apple iPhone 16e?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Apple iPhone 16e — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Apple iPhone 16e?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Apple iPhone 16e?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users.