Apple iPhone 16 vs Apple iPhone 16e
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18; launch prices were $799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 leads — 68/100 vs 56/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 16 has the bigger battery (3561 mAh vs 3279).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Apple iPhone 16e
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 3561 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 20W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 7W
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (24/100 vs 19/100)
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8070 vs 7700
- Lighter: 167g vs 170g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Higher performance (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Apple iPhone 16e, the Apple iPhone 16 scores 12 points higher (68/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, 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, the Apple iPhone 16e and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (24/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone 16e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Apple A18 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 1972476 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3254 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 8070 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2532x1170 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 3279 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | iOS 18 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 167 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Apple iPhone 16e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 16e was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (24/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Apple iPhone 16e?
The Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Apple iPhone 16e?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Apple iPhone 16e — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Apple iPhone 16e?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Apple iPhone 16e?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users.