| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 5G | Yes |
| Bands | Sub-6GHz + mmWave |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 167 g |
| Build | Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front, glass back |
| SIM | eSIM / Nano-SIM (region dependent) |
| Size | 6.1 inches |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 pixels |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield |
| OS | iOS 18 |
| Chipset | Apple A18 |
| CPU | Hexa-core |
| GPU | Apple GPU |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB |
| Card Slot | No |
| Main | 48 MP, f/1.6, OIS |
| Front | 12 MP, f/1.9 |
| Capacity | 4005 mAh |
| Wired Charging | 20W Fast Charging |
| Wireless | Qi Wireless Charging |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB-C 2.0 |
iPhone 16e brings Apple's flagship A18 chip to a more affordable price point without sacrificing everyday performance. The 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display delivers vibrant colors and sharp visuals, while the 48MP Fusion camera captures detailed photos and supports 2x optical-quality zoom. Apple Intelligence features, USB-C connectivity, and excellent battery life make it a strong value for users entering the Apple ecosystem. Although it features only a single rear camera and a 60Hz display, the iPhone 16e offers the smooth software experience, premium build quality, and long software support that define the iPhone lineup.
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