Apple iPhone 17e vs Motorola Frontier 22

The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Motorola Frontier 22 (2022) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads — 42/100 vs 38/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Frontier 22 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP.

The Motorola Frontier 22 edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Performance 59
Display 0
Camera 29
Battery 4
Design 96
Value for money 69
Motorola Frontier 22
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 78
Battery 40
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?

  • Higher performance (59/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Motorola Frontier 22 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 50W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W

  • Better camera (78/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 4/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Motorola Frontier 22, the Motorola Frontier 22 scores 4 points higher (42/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (40/100 vs 4/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (40/100 vs 4/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (96/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 17e: The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use.
Motorola Frontier 22: The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17e Motorola Frontier 22
Processor Apple A19 Snapdragon 8 Gen1
AnTuTu 2085000
Geekbench Single 3610
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.1" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2556x1179 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3600 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 20W 50W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
Main camera 48 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 24 MP 60 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS iOS 19 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm
Weight 163 g
Price $599
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Front: 24MP
29
camera
Motorola Frontier 22
  • Main: 200MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 60MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Motorola Frontier 22
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 3600 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 15W
4
battery
Motorola Frontier 22
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 50W
  • Wireless: 50W
40
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17e
$599
Motorola Frontier 22
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (59/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (78/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (40/100 vs 4/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (96/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Motorola Frontier 22 edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Motorola Frontier 22 — 42/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Motorola Frontier 22 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (59/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use.