Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
167 g |
| thickness |
7.8 mm |
| width |
71.5 mm |
| height |
146.7 mm |
| volume |
81.81459 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP68 |
| French Repairability Index |
7.9 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| lowest potential operating temperature |
0 °C |
| maximum operating temperature |
35 °C |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Apple iPhone 16e features a compact design with a weight of 167 g and dimensions of 146.7 mm in height, 71.5 mm in width, and 7.8 mm in thickness. It has a volume of 81.81 cm³ and offers waterproof protection with an IP68 rating. While it does not have a rugged build or the ability to fold, it is designed to operate within a temperature range of 0 °C to 35 °C. The French Repairability Index is rated at 7.9, indicating a moderate level of repairability.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.1" |
| pixel density |
460 ppi |
| resolution |
1170 x 2532 px |
| refresh rate |
60Hz |
| brightness (typical) |
800 nits |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✓ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✓ |
| contrast ratio |
2000000:1 |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Apple iPhone 16e features a 6.1″ OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 1170 x 2532 px, offering a pixel density of 460 ppi for crisp visuals. It supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision for enhanced color and contrast, with a contrast ratio of 2000000:1. The display reaches a typical brightness of 800 nits, though it does not include branded damage-resistant glass or an always-on screen feature.
Performance:
| internal storage |
512GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| AnTuTu benchmark score |
1577129 |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Apple A18 |
| GPU name |
Apple A18 GPU |
| CPU speed |
2 x 4.05 & 4 x 2.42 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
7560 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
2989 |
| GPU clock speed |
1398 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
4800 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
3 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
6 threads |
| Has NX bit |
✓ |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
78.8 GB/s |
| L2 cache |
8 MB |
| Supports ECC memory |
✕ |
| L1 cache |
128 KB |
| maximum memory amount |
8GB |
| uses multithreading |
✕ |
| number of transistors |
15200 million |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| shading units |
128 |
The Apple iPhone 16e is powered by the Apple A18 chipset and features 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth performance. With a 512GB internal storage, it offers ample space for apps and media. The device boasts an impressive AnTuTu benchmark score of 1,577,129 and a Geekbench 6 multi-core result of 7,560, making it highly capable for multitasking and demanding tasks. The integrated Apple A18 GPU, clocked at 1398 MHz, provides solid graphical performance for gaming and media. It also supports advanced features like big.LITTLE technology and has a maximum memory bandwidth of 78.8 GB/s.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
48 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.6f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✕ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
12MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 60 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✓ |
| number of flash LEDs |
2 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
2x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✓ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
1.9f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✓ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Apple iPhone 16e features a 48MP main camera with a wide aperture of 1.6f and optical image stabilization for clearer shots. It supports 4K video recording at 60 fps, along with slow-motion video and HDR recording. The camera is equipped with a dual-tone LED flash, phase-detection autofocus for photos, and manual controls such as exposure, ISO, and shutter speed for a more personalized photography experience. The 12MP front camera also offers manual white balance, HDR capabilities, and a wide aperture of 1.9f for better selfies.
Operating system:
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✓ |
| has theme customization |
✕ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✓ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✕ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✓ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✕ |
| has focus modes |
✓ |
| has dynamic theming |
✕ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| has SharePlay |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✕ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✓ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| has AirPlay |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✕ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✕ |
| has Quick Start |
✓ |
The Apple iPhone 16e offers a range of privacy and convenience features within its operating system. It includes location privacy options, camera and microphone access controls, and Mail Privacy Protection to keep your personal data secure. The device also supports on-device machine learning, giving it the ability to adapt to your usage. Additional features include Wi-Fi password sharing, notification customization, full-page screenshots, and PiP (Picture-in-Picture) functionality, ensuring an intuitive and efficient user experience.
Battery:
| battery power |
3961 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✓ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
27W |
| wireless charging speed |
7.5W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| comes with a charger |
✕ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| Battery life |
26 hours |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is equipped with a 3961 mAh rechargeable battery that provides up to 26 hours of battery life. It supports fast charging at 27W, ensuring a quick power-up when needed, and also offers wireless charging at a speed of 7.5W. Additionally, it features a battery level indicator, but does not include reverse wireless charging or a removable battery. The device does not come with a charger, but supports wireless charging for added convenience.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✓ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
| number of microphones |
2 |
This device features stereo speakers for an enhanced audio experience, but lacks a 3.5 mm audio jack. It is equipped with two microphones for improved sound capture. However, it does not support advanced Bluetooth audio technologies such as aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD, and does not include a radio.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
February 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| SIM cards |
1 SIM, 1 eSIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.3 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
10000 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
3500 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✕ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✓ |
| has crash detection |
✓ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✓ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✓ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✓ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device offers robust connectivity options, including 5G support, Wi-Fi 4, 5, and 6, and Bluetooth 5.3 for fast wireless connections. It features a SIM card slot with support for one physical SIM and one eSIM, and supports NFC for easy pairing. Additionally, it boasts a range of sensors such as GPS, a compass, a gyroscope, and a barometer, along with emergency SOS via satellite. The device also supports facial recognition for secure unlocking and has optical tracking capabilities.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device includes a video light for enhanced lighting during video recording or photography. However, it does not feature sapphire glass, a curved display, or an e-paper display, offering a more traditional setup for users seeking simplicity.