Apple iPhone 16e vs Fairphone 5
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Fairphone 5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm QCM6490. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16e leads — 56/100 vs 47/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Fairphone 5 has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Fairphone 5
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 212g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Fairphone 5 better?
- Bigger battery: 4200 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (48/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (28/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (72/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Fairphone 5, the Apple iPhone 16e scores 9 points higher (56/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 5 leads (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (28/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (80/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Fairphone 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm QCM6490 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1224x2700 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 108 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, up to 5 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 880 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP55 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 161.6×75.8×9.6 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Fairphone 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Fairphone 5
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2700
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Fairphone 5
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
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Fairphone 5
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display
In the "display" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (48/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 5 is a bit better (28/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (80/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16e edges out the Fairphone 5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Fairphone 5 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Fairphone 5?
The Fairphone 5 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users.