Apple iPhone 16e vs Fairphone 4
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Fairphone 4 (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 750G; launch prices were $599 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16e leads — 56/100 vs 31/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Fairphone 4 has the bigger battery (3905 mAh vs 3279); the Apple iPhone 16e is faster in AnTuTu (1,972,476 vs 566,483); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Fairphone 4
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1972476 vs 566483
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8070 vs 1882
- Lighter: 167g vs 225g
- Higher performance (85/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 28/100)
What makes Fairphone 4 better?
- Bigger battery: 3905 vs 3279 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $599
- Longer battery life (20/100 vs 19/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Fairphone 4, the Apple iPhone 16e scores 25 points higher (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e leads (85/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16e leads (30/100 vs 18/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, Fairphone 4 — 0/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (85/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (30/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 4 and the Apple iPhone 16e are nearly equal (20/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (80/100 vs 28/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Fairphone 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Snapdragon 750G | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 566483 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 1882 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 3905 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 69 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 25 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 162.0×75.5×10.5 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Fairphone 4
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 25MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Fairphone 4
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Fairphone 4
- 3905 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Fairphone 4, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16e leads Fairphone 4 by 248.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Fairphone 4 was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (85/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (61/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (30/100 vs 18/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 4 and the Apple iPhone 16e are nearly equal (20/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (80/100 vs 28/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 by 25 points (56/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Fairphone 4 — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 16e leads on camera score (30/100 vs 18/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 16e leads on performance (85/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users.