Apple iPhone 17e vs Fairphone 4
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Fairphone 4 (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 750G; estimated prices are $599 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 38/100 vs 19/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Fairphone 4 has the bigger battery (3905 mAh vs 3600); the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,085,000 vs 517,683); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 225g).
Apple iPhone 17e
Fairphone 4
- Higher AnTuTu: 2085000 vs 517683
- Better Geekbench Single: 3610 vs 601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 1882
- Lighter: 163g vs 225g
- Higher performance (59/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 18/100)
- Bigger battery: 3905 vs 3600 mAh
- Cheaper: $449 vs $599
- Better camera (49/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (9/100 vs 4/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Fairphone 4, the Apple iPhone 17e scores 19 points higher (38/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (79/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 4 is a bit better (9/100 vs 4/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (96/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 is a bit better (79/100 vs 69/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Fairphone 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Snapdragon 750G | |
| AnTuTu | 2085000 | 517683 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3610 | 601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 1882 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 3905 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 25 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | 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 | 163 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $599 | $449 |
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Fairphone 4
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 25MP
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Fairphone 4
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Fairphone 4
- 3905 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Fairphone 4, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads Fairphone 4 by 302.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $150. Fairphone 4 is cheaper by $150.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (59/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (49/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 4 is a bit better (9/100 vs 4/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (96/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 is a bit better (79/100 vs 69/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably better than the Fairphone 4 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Fairphone 4 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Fairphone 4?
The Fairphone 4 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (59/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Fairphone 4 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.