Apple iPhone 16e
Reviews
Expert Reviews
79
6 experts
CNET
iPhone 16E Review: For $599, It's Good but Also Kind of Odd
8.5 / 10
Wired
Apple’s latest $599 iPhone isn’t the best bang for your buck.
7 / 10
PCMag
The iPhone 16e takes a brand-new position in Apple's iPhone family. With the $429 iPhone SE out of the picture, the $599 iPhone 16e stands as the most affordable new iPhone you can buy. Yes, it costs almost $200 more than the iPhone S
4 / 5
Tom's Guide
The most affordable iPhone is very good but comes with compromises
4 / 5
TechRadar
This is no iPhone SE
4 / 5
Gizmodo
iPhone 16e Review: The Gateway Phone to the Apple Ecosystem
4 / 5
Video Reviews
Description
A budget-friendly iPhone with Apple Intelligence features and improved camera system
Launch Date: 2/27/2025
Launch Price: 599 USD
Highlights
- Apple Intelligence features
- 48MP Fusion camera
- A18 chip
- Action button
- USB-C connector
Pros and Cons
- Powerful A18 chip
- Improved camera system
- Apple Intelligence features
- Affordable entry into iPhone ecosystem
- 5G connectivity
vs
- Higher price than previous SE models
- No ProMotion display
- No telephoto lens
- No Dynamic Island
Specifications
| display | 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED |
| chip | A18 |
| camera | 48MP Fusion main camera |
| storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB options |
| battery | Up to 26 hours video playback |
| connectivity | 5G, Dual eSIM |
| charging | USB-C, Wireless charging |
| biometrics | Face ID |
| water resistance | IP68 |