Apple iPhone 16e vs Motorola Edge 60 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Motorola Edge 60 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 60 Pro has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Motorola Edge 60 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $699
- Better portability (80/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 60 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 125W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Motorola Edge 60 Pro, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads (84/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, Motorola Edge 60 Pro — 92/100; 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 Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 60 Pro (80/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Motorola Edge 60 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 125W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 167 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- 5200 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:38 hrs, total 24:17 hrs
- Wired: 125W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Motorola Edge 60 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads Apple iPhone 16e by 50.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Apple iPhone 16e was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 60 Pro (80/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 60 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Motorola Edge 60 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.