Apple iPhone 17e vs Fairphone 5
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Fairphone 5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm QCM6490; estimated prices are $599 and $770. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 38/100 vs 25/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Fairphone 5 has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 212g).
Apple iPhone 17e
Fairphone 5
- Lighter: 163g vs 212g
- Cheaper: $599 vs $770
- Higher performance (59/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 35/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 57/100)
- Bigger battery: 4200 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (48/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (19/100 vs 4/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Fairphone 5, the Apple iPhone 17e scores 13 points higher (38/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 5 leads (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 5 leads (19/100 vs 4/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (69/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Fairphone 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (19/100 vs 4/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (96/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Fairphone 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm QCM6490 | |
| AnTuTu | 2085000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3610 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1224x2700 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 108 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | 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 | 163 g | 212 g | |
| Price | $599 | $770 |
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Fairphone 5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Fairphone 5
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2700
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Fairphone 5
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $171. Apple iPhone 17e is cheaper by $171.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (59/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Fairphone 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (48/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Fairphone 5 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (19/100 vs 4/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (96/100 vs 35/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably better than the Fairphone 5 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Fairphone 5 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Fairphone 5?
The Fairphone 5 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (59/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Fairphone 5?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Fairphone 5 is a better fit for everyday use.