Apple·Premium · Released Feb 2025
iPhone 16e
The 2025 budget iPhone — A18, USB-C, single 48 MP, Apple Intelligence.
80/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$599
Color · Black
Display
6.1" OLED 60 Hz
Chipset
Apple A18
Memory
8 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
48 MP · f/1.6
Battery
4,005 mAh
Weight
167 g
AI Snapshot
The cheapest way into Apple Intelligence.
iPhone 16e replaces the SE with a modern A18, USB-C, a 48 MP camera and the first in-house C1 modem. The 60 Hz screen and single camera are the cost-cutting tells.
Subscores · 0–100
Display76
Camera80
Performance88
Battery84
Build84
Value80
- A18 + Apple Intelligence at $599.
- Best-in-class battery life for the size.
- First Apple C1 in-house modem.
- 48 MP main with 2× crop.
Full specifications
Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz
Size
6.1 inches
Resolution
2,532 × 1,170 px (460 ppi)
Notch
Standard notch (no Dynamic Island)
Main
48 MP "Fusion", f/1.6, sensor-shift OIS
2× crop
12 MP telephoto crop
Selfie
12 MP
Video
4K @ 60 fps Dolby Vision
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -7.4%
This
1,500,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg +3.4%
This
3,000
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -9.9%
This
7,300
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -11.3%
This
55.0 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the iPhone 16e released?
The iPhone 16e was released in Feb 2025.
What is the iPhone 16e screen size and type?
The iPhone 16e has a 6.1" OLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the iPhone 16e use?
The iPhone 16e is powered by the Apple A18 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPhone 16e have?
The iPhone 16e ships with 8 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPhone 16e battery capacity?
The iPhone 16e has a 4,005 mAh battery.
What is the iPhone 16e main camera?
The iPhone 16e has a 48 MP · f/1.6 main camera.
Does the iPhone 16e have 5G?
The iPhone 16e supports 5G (Sub-6 (C1 modem)).
Is the iPhone 16e waterproof?
The iPhone 16e is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.