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Apple iPhone 16e vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 16e ($309) vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max ($650) — 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 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $309 | $650 |
| Weight | 167g | 227g |
| Chip | Apple A18 | A18 Pro |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.9" 120Hz ProMotion |
| Battery | 4,005mAh | 4,685mAh |
| Weight | 167g | 227g (Apple published) |
| Camera | — | 48MP triple, 5x tetraprism |
| 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 Pro Max
- 4K 120fps ProRes video
- 5x tetraprism telephoto
- 6.9-inch 120Hz display
- A18 Pro has years of headroom
- 227g is a lot of phone to carry
- Large enough to be awkward one-handed
- Commands the highest used price of the 16 line
Apple iPhone 16e is the better value at $309. Both are part of our curated smartphone index — tap through to check current pricing.