Apple iPhone 16e vs Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads — 76/100 vs 56/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (3,377,066 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 2833
- Lighter: 167g vs 224g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3377066 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $599
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 scores 20 points higher (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads (86/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 — 78/100; 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 Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (86/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (80/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3377066 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 167 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Lenovo Legion Y70 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads Apple iPhone 16e by 41.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (92/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (99/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (86/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (80/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 20 points (76/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads on performance (92/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.