Apple iPhone 16e vs Apple iPhone Duo
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro; launch prices were $599 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Duo leads — 72/100 vs 56/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone Duo has the bigger battery (4883 mAh vs 3279); the Apple iPhone Duo is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 254g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Apple iPhone Duo
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 254g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1999
- Better portability (80/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 4883 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 7W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (49/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Apple iPhone Duo, the Apple iPhone Duo scores 16 points higher (72/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (97/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (49/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (59/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, Apple iPhone Duo — 52/100; 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 Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (82/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (49/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (59/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (80/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone Duo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Apple A20 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3551073 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 4612 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 11819 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1878x2670 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 4883 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | iOS 27 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 117.8×84.1×11.3 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 254 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone Duo
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Apple iPhone Duo
- 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1878x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Apple iPhone Duo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Duo leads Apple iPhone 16e by 44.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1400. Apple iPhone 16e was $1400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (82/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (49/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (59/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (80/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone Duo is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Apple iPhone Duo — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on camera score (49/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on performance (97/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Apple iPhone Duo is a better fit for gamers and power users.