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Apple iPhone 16e vs Apple iPhone 16
Apple iPhone 16e ($309) vs Apple iPhone 16 ($409) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right smartphone.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $309 | $409 |
| Weight | 167g | 170g |
| Chip | Apple A18 | A18 |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.1" 60Hz |
| Battery | 4,005mAh | 3,561mAh |
| Weight | 167g | 170g (Apple published) |
| Camera | — | 48MP Fusion dual + Camera Control |
| Rating | — | IP68 |
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 16e
- Cheapest current iPhone
- A18 chip punches up
- Great battery for size
- Years of updates ahead
- 60Hz display
- Single rear camera
- No MagSafe
Apple iPhone 16
- A18 runs Apple Intelligence
- Action button and Camera Control on a non-Pro
- 48MP main camera
- Still current enough to get years of iOS updates
- 60Hz display in a year when rivals shipped 120Hz
- Holds its value, so it is not a bargain
- No telephoto lens
Apple iPhone 16e is the better value at $309. Both are part of our curated smartphone index — tap through to check current pricing.