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Apple iPhone 16e Specifications
Versions: A3409 (International); A3212 (USA); A3408 (Middle East, Mexico, Canada); A3410 (China) Previously rumored as Apple iPhone SE (2025)
Apple
Released 2025, Feb 28
8 GB RAM · Apple A18 (3 nm)
- 167g, 7.8mm thickness
- iOS 18.3.1, up to iOS 26.5
- 128GB/256GB/512GB storage, no card slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 7 | — |
| Display | 7.3 | — |
| Performance | 8.8 | — |
| Camera | 7.4 | — |
| Body | 7.4 | — |
| Gaming | 8.1 | — |
| Software | 9.7 | — |
| Connectivity | 9.4 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.1"
1170x2532 pixels
48MP
2160p
8GB RAM
Apple A18
4005mAh
8W
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Updates 7 yr · No bloatware/ads
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71 - A3212, A3408 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66 - A3409 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 - A3410 | |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3212, A3408 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3409 | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3410 | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
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Launch
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Announced | 2025, February 19 |
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| Status | Available. Released 2025, February 28 |
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Body
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Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.31 in) |
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| Weight | 167 g (5.89 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International) ?? eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA) ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China) |
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| ??? | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 6m for 30 min) Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified) |
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Display
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Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak) |
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| Size | 6.1 inches, 90.2 cm2 (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield glass, Mohs level 4 |
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Platform
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OS | iOS 18.3.1, upgradable to iOS 26.5 |
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| Chipset | Apple A18 (3 nm) | |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x4.04 GHz + 4x2.20 GHz) | |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM | |
| ??? | NVMe |
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Main Camera
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Single | 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 0.7??m, PDAF, OIS |
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| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama, 3D (spatial) audio | |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, Dolby Vision HDR, OIS, stereo sound rec. |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0??m, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
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| Features | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec. | |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, HDR |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | No |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
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| ??? | Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 4005 mAh |
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| Charging | Wired, 50% in 30 min 7.5W wireless (Qi) |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, White |
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| Models | A3212, A3409, A3410, A3408, iPhone17,5 | |
| SAR | 1.19 W/kg (head) 1.20 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 1.48 W/kg (head) 1.49 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | $???294.99 / ??????431.89 / ?????360.96 |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 1401105 (v10) GeekBench: 8224 (v6) 3DMark: 2850 (Wild Life Extreme) |
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| Display | 799 nits max brightness (measured) | |
| Loudspeaker | -25.7 LUFS (Very good) | |
| Battery | Active use score 11:53h |
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EU LABEL
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Energy | Class B |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 41:00h endurance, 1000 cycles | |
| Free fall | Class C (90 falls) | |
| Repairability | Class C |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Apple iPhone 16e worth buying in 2026?
Apple iPhone 16e is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8/10 for its class; reference price around $295 USD. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Apple iPhone 16e good for gaming?
Apple iPhone 16e scores 81/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of Apple iPhone 16e?
Apple iPhone 16e has a 4,005 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Apple iPhone 16e have?
Apple iPhone 16e features a 6.10-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Apple iPhone 16e water resistant?
Apple iPhone 16e is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does Apple iPhone 16e have?
Apple iPhone 16e is available with 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Apple iPhone 16e?
Genze rates Apple iPhone 16e 8/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
What is the estimated price of Apple iPhone 16e?
Our estimated reference price is $295 USD. Retail prices vary by region, storage, and promotions.
Where do these specifications come from?
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