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Apple iPhone 16e (128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£640RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.1 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP

Apple iPhone 16e (128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPhone 16e (128GB)
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components

90%

7.0

Technical score

10%

9.2

User score

â–²Better than 67% of smartphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

7.1

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

25%

7.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

6.7

Display

15%

5.3

Battery

10%

9.4

Software

10%

8.3

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

8.2

Design

â–²Better than 62%
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

70%

9.3

User ratings

30%

8.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 97%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Apple iPhone 16e (128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components:

25%

7.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

6.7

Display

15%

5.3

Battery

10%

9.4

Software

10%

8.3

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

8.2

Design

7.0
User score
User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

70%

9.3

User ratings

30%

8.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.2
Popularity
Popularity
8.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 85% of models
Popularity:
Apple iPhone 16e (128GB) has a popularity of 8.9 points, which is higher than 84.9% of smartphones.
8.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

7.1

Price

7.2
Brand name
Apple
Processor model
Apple A18
This smartphone uses the Apple A18 processor which is faster than processors in 93.8% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.78 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.78 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 94.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
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Operating system
iOS
This smartphone uses the iOS operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
iOS 18
Android version
?
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
no
This smartphone does not use an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP which is lower than that of 82% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.6
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.6 which is wider than that of 90.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
23.5 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 23.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 73.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
1.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.1 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.1 inches which is smaller than the screens of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1170x 2532 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1170x2532 px which is higher than that of 72.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
460 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 88.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
3,961 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,961 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 92.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
27 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 27 W which is slower than in 65.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 0.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
146.7 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 146.7 mm which is shorter than 97.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
71.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.5 mm which is narrower than 94.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.8 mm which is thinner than 77.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
167 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 167 g which is lighter than 94.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
72,562 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 72,562 cm³ which is smaller than 97.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Apple iPhone 16e (128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • 57.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.78 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x3.78 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x3.78 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Apple A18 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Apple A18 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 14.8% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPhone 16e
    the average smartphone
    Apple iPhone 16e (128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.19 vs 8.000).
    9.19 vs 8
  • 63.5% more popular
    Apple iPhone 16e (128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.89 vs 5.4).
    8.89 vs 5.44
  • 57.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.78 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x3.78 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x3.78 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Apple A18 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Apple A18 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 8x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 3.08x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (78.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    78.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 9.2x higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (40,397 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    40,397 vs 4,389
  • 3.21x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (8,132 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    8,132 vs 2,533
  • 47.2% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1398 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,398 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 6x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (192 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    192 KB vs 32 KB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 74.5% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4800 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Writing Tools, Clean Up, Priority Messages, Image Playground, Visual Intelligence, Siri Overhaul
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This smartphone supports AirPlay, the average smartphone does not. 2.3% of smartphones are AirPlay compatible.
  • Supports Shareplay
    This smartphone supports SharePlay, the average smartphone does not. 2.1% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.6 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.6 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • Includes crash detection
    This smartphone features crash detection, the average smartphone does not. 5.7% of smartphones include automatic crash detection.
  • Supports satellite SOS
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Ceramic Shield vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Ceramic Shield vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 16.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (460 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    460 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1170x2532 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1170x2532 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 200 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 6 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (6 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    6 m vs 0 m
  • 14.9% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (167 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    167 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4.5 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 16.9 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (146.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    146.7 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.5 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    February 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 25.8% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (72562 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    72,562 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 20.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3961 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,961 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 2.46x more expensive
    Apple iPhone 16e (128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£640 vs £260).
    £640 vs £260
  • 1.9% worse value for money
    Apple iPhone 16e (128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.2 vs 7.3).
    7.2 vs 7.34
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This smartphone supports fewer CPU threads than the average smartphone (6 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    6 vs 8
  • Lacks multi-user mode
    User score
    9.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPhone 16e
    the average smartphone
    Apple iPhone 16e (128GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones allow multiple user profiles.
  • Runs closed-source/proprietary OS only
    This smartphone does not use an open-source OS, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones use open-source systems.
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 26.6% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (23.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    23.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (12 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    12 MP vs 16 MP
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • No fingerprint scanner
    This smartphone does not have a fingerprint scanner, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones include a fingerprint scanner.
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 20.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3961 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,961 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 62.5% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (7.5 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    7.5 W vs 20 W
  • No ultra power-saving mode
    This smartphone does not have an ultra power-saving mode, the average smartphone does. 93.8% of smartphones include ultra power-saving.
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (90 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    90 vs 99.5
  • 18.2% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (27 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    27 W vs 33 W
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    United States vs China

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consumerreports.org
26/03/2025
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Apple iPhone 16e Review - Consumer Reports
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macworld.com
27/03/2025
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theguardian.com
11/03/2025
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mashable.com
27/02/2025
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pcmag.com
27/02/2025
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techradar.com
26/02/2025
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alza.at
07/04/2025
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gq-magazin.de
03/04/2025
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iPhone 16e Review: Is a Budget iPhone Actually Possible?
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stern.de
06/03/2025
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iPhone 16e Review: Is Apple's Budget Model Still a Good Deal?
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mobiflip.de
05/03/2025
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macwelt.de
03/03/2025
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spiegel.de
27/02/2025
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hwupgrade.it
30/04/2025
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iPhone 16e: Two Months and Over 500 Photos. Here’s What We Learned
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spider-mac.com
17/03/2025
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corriere.it
28/02/2025
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tuttotech.net
20/03/2025
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wired.it
16/03/2025
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altroconsumo.it
12/03/2025
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macitynet.it
07/03/2025
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andreagaleazzi.com
27/02/2025
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Apple iPhone 16e (128GB)

  • Exceptional battery life, outlasting the standard iPhone 16 in video playback tests
  • Strong performance driven by the A18 chip, making it fully capable of running Apple Intelligence features
  • Lightweight and compact 6.1-inch design that is highly manageable for one-handed use
  • High-quality 48MP main camera that captures sharp, color-accurate photos in most lighting conditions
  • Excellent stereo speaker quality that some reviewers found superior to even the Pro Max models
  • Modernized features for a budget model, including a USB-C port and a programmable Action Button

What we don't like about Apple iPhone 16e (128GB)

  • Lack of MagSafe support, preventing the use of magnetic chargers and accessories
  • Single rear camera lens lacks an ultrawide option and does not support macro photography
  • Dated screen design featuring the older notch instead of the more modern Dynamic Island
  • Lower peak display brightness compared to the standard iPhone 16, making it harder to view in direct sunlight
  • Omission of specialized hardware like the Ultra Wideband (UWB) chip for precise AirTag tracking
  • Screen refresh rate is limited to 60Hz, which feels less smooth than many competitive Android alternatives

Verdict

The Apple iPhone 16e (8GB + 128GB) is an entry-level smartphone featuring a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate and the powerful A18 chip with 8GB of RAM, powering all the latest Apple Intelligence features. Key pros include excellent battery life (up to 26 hours of video playback), a highly capable 48MP main camera system with 2x optical-quality zoom, an Action button, USB-C connectivity, and an IP68 water resistance rating. The main cons are the retention of an older-style display notch instead of the Dynamic Island, the lack of MagSafe support, only a single rear camera (no ultrawide lens), slower wired/wireless charging speeds, and no support for the faster mmWave 5G band or Wi-Fi 7.

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