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; launch prices were $599 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 59/100 vs 31/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Fairphone 4 has the bigger battery (3905 mAh vs 3600); the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 566,483); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Fairphone 4
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 566483
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 1882
- Lighter: 163g vs 225g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (34/100 vs 18/100)
- Longer battery life (21/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 28/100)
What makes Fairphone 4 better?
- Bigger battery: 3905 vs 3600 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $599
- Overall rating 31/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Fairphone 4, the Apple iPhone 17e scores 28 points higher (59/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (34/100 vs 18/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, 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 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (34/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Fairphone 4 are nearly equal (21/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (83/100 vs 28/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Fairphone 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Snapdragon 750G | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 566483 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 69 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $599 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Fairphone 4
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 25MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Fairphone 4
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Fairphone 4
- 3905 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Fairphone 4, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads Fairphone 4 by 280.6% 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 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (89/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (61/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (34/100 vs 18/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Fairphone 4 are nearly equal (21/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (83/100 vs 28/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 by 28 points (59/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Fairphone 4 — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on camera score (34/100 vs 18/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Fairphone 4?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users.