Apple
iPhone 16e
6.1″ · OLED · Apple A18 · 6-core CPU · 4-core GPU · 16-core Neural Engine
256 GB · White · UK A3409 · nano-SIM + eSIMFull product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 16 Oct 2026Apple iPhone 16e vs Apple iPhone 17e
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DIFFERENCES AT A GLANCE
7 verified differences, listed in full below; none fits a one-line summary.
Check the full specifications for anything else that matters to you.
WhiteListed configurations: iPhone 16e 256 GB, iPhone 17e 512 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models. Compare both at 256 GB.
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Refresh rate. Missing evidence is not a difference.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
BOTH PHONES
Same screen diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone 16e
- 6.1″
- iPhone 17e
- 6.1″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- iPhone 16e
- No telephoto
- iPhone 17e
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
MANUFACTURER CLAIMS
Up to 26 hours.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- iPhone 16e
- Up to 26h
- iPhone 17e
- Up to 26h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
7 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 1 is also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsiPhone 16eApple A18 · 6-core CPU · 4-core GPU · 16-core Neural Engine
iPhone 17eA19 chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 4-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Sources
Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Update support
iPhone 16eA fixed end-of-support date has not been verified. Check current Apple software compatibility before buying.
iPhone 17eNo fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.
Sources
iPhone 16e
The technical specification is not a promise of a particular number of future operating-system upgrades.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
USB connector and data transfer
iPhone 16eUSB-C · USB 2 up to 480 Mb/s
iPhone 17eUSB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Sources
iPhone 16e
Data transfer standard; rated maximum is not a measured transfer result. Cable capability matters.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Camera system
iPhone 16eOne 48 MP main camera with optical stabilisation; the 2× framing uses the same sensor, rather than a second camera module
iPhone 17e48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels, super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
iPhone 16e6.1-inch OLED · 2532 × 1170
iPhone 17eSuper Retina XDR display 6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2532x1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppi HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 800 nits max brightness (typical); 1,200 nits peak brightness (HDR) Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone 17e display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.06 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
iPhone 16eUp to 26 hours video playback; around 50% charge in 30 minutes with a 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; Qi wireless charging
iPhone 17eVideo playback Up to 26 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 21 hours Fast-charge capable Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Sources
iPhone 16e
Apple test and accessory conditions apply. The adapter rating is not an established maximum phone input wattage. This is not independent battery testing.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Show 1 more verified difference
Front camera
iPhone 16e12 MP TrueDepth · f/1.9 · autofocus
iPhone 17e12MP TrueDepth camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
iPhone 16e146.7 × 71.5 × 7.8 mm (height × width × depth)
iPhone 17eWidth: 71.5 mm; Height: 146.7 mm; Depth: 7.80 mm
Sources
iPhone 17e
Exact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (1)
Weight
In Visual factsiPhone 16e167 g
iPhone 17e170 g
Sources
iPhone 16e
Published device mass; not shipping or accessory-inclusive mass.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (4)
Storage capacity
iPhone 16e256 GB
iPhone 17e512 GB
Sources
A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
RAM and storage configuration
iPhone 16e256 GB storage
iPhone 17e512 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Sources
iPhone 16e
Apple does not publish RAM capacity in these technical specifications; the separate RAM field remains unknown.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsA configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
iPhone 16eUK A3409 · nano-SIM + eSIM · dual eSIM
iPhone 17eUK A3634; Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) Dual eSIM support Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3634 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve
Sources
iPhone 16e
US A3212 has no physical SIM tray. Its cellular-band support has not been verified for this UK record. Retailer searches do not establish regional equivalence.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsApple — official regional iPhone model identifiersiPhone 17e
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular .
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Wireless connectivity
iPhone 16eWi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.3 · NFC
iPhone 17eModel A3634 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve
Sources
iPhone 17e
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular .
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsAn exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (42)
Main camera aperture
iPhone 16eFixed f/1.6
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 4K recording maximum
iPhone 16e60 fps
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Dolby Vision rear recording mode. Supported mode, not a measured quality or sustained-performance score.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
iPhone 16e60 fps
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
iPhone 16eYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
iPhone 16eYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Optical stabilisation is established for the main camera; this does not assert OIS for every rear lens.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera autofocus
iPhone 16eYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Continuous autofocus is explicitly listed for rear video recording; it does not quantify focusing speed or accuracy.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera autofocus
iPhone 16eYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Not stated for the front camera in the retained official specifications.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cinematic mode recording maximum
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Cinematic mode is not specified. Cinematic video stabilisation is a different feature and cannot establish it.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery capacity
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Apple does not publish a capacity in the retained technical specifications.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum wired charging power
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Required adapter wattage does not establish maximum device input power.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to around 50% charge
iPhone 16e30 minutes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Apple fast-charge claim using a 20 W or higher adapter and USB-C cable; adapter is sold separately. Test variables affect the result.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum refresh rate
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
The retained Apple page does not specify a numeric maximum; omission is not converted to 60 Hz.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM capacity
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Not published in the retained official specifications; do not copy a third-party estimate.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Action button
iPhone 16eYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Apple Intelligence support
iPhone 16eYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Feature availability depends on software, language and region. This does not establish measured AI performance.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published audio playback
iPhone 16e90 hours
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Device unlock
iPhone 16eFace ID
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera Control
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Camera Control is not listed in the retained specification; no negative capability is inferred.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular modem
iPhone 16eApple C1
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Crash Detection
iPhone 16eYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Calling for help requires mobile data or Wi-Fi calling; this is not a guarantee that every crash is detected.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM only (UK configuration)
iPhone 16eNo
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16eiPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsApple — official regional iPhone model identifiers
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
HDR peak brightness
iPhone 16e1200 nits
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Included accessories
iPhone 16eUSB-C charge cable (1 m) and documentation; power adapter and EarPods not included
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ingress protection claim
iPhone 16eIP68
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Apple claim: up to 6 metres for up to 30 minutes under IEC 60529; not a guarantee against damage during ordinary use.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dedicated native telephoto reach
iPhone 16e0×
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
No dedicated telephoto lens: the complete physical camera inventory contains the Fusion main sensor only. Apple explicitly says the same main sensor also enables the 2× Telephoto framing. Zero denotes absence of a dedicated telephoto module, not zero camera zoom or a quality score.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main-sensor optical-quality framing
iPhone 16e2×
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Apple describes the Fusion main sensor as also enabling 12MP 2× Telephoto framing. This is a crop of the same 48MP main sensor, not a separate telephoto lens, continuous optical zoom or an independent image-quality measurement.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Panel technology
iPhone 16eOLED
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Outdoor peak brightness
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
No outdoor peak rating is given in the retained page. · Outdoor peak claim, not HDR peak or sustained full-screen brightness.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
iPhone 16e460 ppi
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera modules
iPhone 16e1
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Emergency SOS via satellite
iPhone 16eYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Manufacturer-listed capability. Service availability, regional restrictions and setup requirements apply; no network compatibility is inferred.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer-listed sensors
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eFace ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Sources
iPhone 16e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published streamed video playback
iPhone 16e21 hours
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
Separate Apple streaming test; do not equate it with local video playback.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Promised update duration
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone 17e
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K recording
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
An omitted 8K mode is not recorded as an explicit incompatibility.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
iPhone 16eYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MagSafe charging maximum
iPhone 16eNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 16e
The page confirms Qi charging, but no numeric wireless maximum is recorded here. · Qi charging is confirmed; a numeric output rating is unresolved.
iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs64 specificationsiPhone 16eiPhone 17e
iPhone 16eiPhone 17eWeightDiffers
Sources
167g
Published device mass; not shipping or accessory-inclusive mass.
170g
Manufacturer device mass
Width
Sources
71.5mm
71.5mm
Manufacturer width
Thickness
Sources
7.8mm
7.8mm
Manufacturer thickness
Manufacturer device dimensionsDiffers
Sources
146.7 × 71.5 × 7.8 mm (height × width × depth)
Width: 71.5 mm; Height: 146.7 mm; Depth: 7.80 mmExact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Manufacturer height
Sources
146.7 mm
146.7 mm
Manufacturer physical format
Sources
slab
slab
Manufacturer finish
Sources
White
White
Screen size
Sources
6.1″
Marketed diagonal. Rounded corners reduce the viewable area.
6.1″
Manufacturer marketed display diagonal · Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
Pixel density
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
460 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer display specificationDiffers
Sources
6.1-inch OLED · 2532 × 1170
Super Retina XDR display 6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2532x1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppi HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 800 nits max brightness (typical); 1,200 nits peak brightness (HDR) Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone 17e display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.06 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Native display resolution
Sources
2532 × 1170
2532 × 1170
HDR peak brightness
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
1200 nits
Not verified
Native telephoto reach
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
No dedicated lensDedicated native telephoto reach · No dedicated telephoto lens: the complete physical camera inventory contains the Fusion main sensor only. Apple explicitly says the same main sensor also enables the 2× Telephoto framing. Zero denotes absence of a dedicated telephoto module, not zero camera zoom or a quality score.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera modules
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
1
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera systemDiffers
Sources
One 48 MP main camera with optical stabilisation; the 2× framing uses the same sensor, rather than a second camera module
48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels, super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Front camera specificationDiffers
Sources
12 MP TrueDepth · f/1.9 · autofocus
12MP TrueDepth camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Front camera autofocus
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Rear-system optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
YesOptical stabilisation is established for the main camera; this does not assert OIS for every rear lens.
Not verified
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
YesContinuous autofocus is explicitly listed for rear video recording; it does not quantify focusing speed or accuracy.
Not verified
Main camera aperture
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Fixed f/1.6
Not verified
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
60 fpsDolby Vision rear recording mode. Supported mode, not a measured quality or sustained-performance score.
Not verified
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
60 fpsFront-camera recording mode only.
Not verified
Optical-quality zoom
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
2×Apple describes the Fusion main sensor as also enabling 12MP 2× Telephoto framing. This is a crop of the same 48MP main sensor, not a separate telephoto lens, continuous optical zoom or an independent image-quality measurement.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
26 hours
Published video playback · Apple up-to playback claim under its stated test conditions; not an independent endurance result.
26 hours
Up-to local video playback · Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Wireless charging
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer battery and charging claimsDiffers
Sources
Up to 26 hours video playback; around 50% charge in 30 minutes with a 20 W or higher USB-C adapter; Qi wireless chargingApple test and accessory conditions apply. The adapter rating is not an established maximum phone input wattage. This is not independent battery testing.
Video playback Up to 26 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 21 hours Fast-charge capable Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteryAll battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Published streamed video playback
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
21 hoursSeparate Apple streaming test; do not equate it with local video playback.
Not verified
Published audio playback
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
90 hoursApple up-to audio playback test.
Not verified
Time to around 50% charge
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
30 minutesApple fast-charge claim using a 20 W or higher adapter and USB-C cable; adapter is sold separately. Test variables affect the result.
Not verified
Manufacturer update-policy informationDiffers
Sources
A fixed end-of-support date has not been verified. Check current Apple software compatibility before buying.The technical specification is not a promise of a particular number of future operating-system upgrades.
No fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Manufacturer operating system
Sources
iOS 26Specification-page wording only; this is not a claim about the currently installed version or an end-of-support date.
iOS 26
Apple Intelligence support
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
YesFeature availability depends on software, language and region. This does not establish measured AI performance.
Not verified
Chip and core configurationDiffers
Sources
Apple A18 · 6-core CPU · 4-core GPU · 16-core Neural Engine
A19 chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 4-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Selected storage; RAM remains unlistedConfiguration
256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity in these technical specifications; the separate RAM field remains unknown.
512 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Exact UK hardware, SIM and cellular specificationConfiguration
UK A3409 · nano-SIM + eSIM · dual eSIMUS A3212 has no physical SIM tray. Its cellular-band support has not been verified for this UK record. Retailer searches do not establish regional equivalence.
UK A3634; Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) Dual eSIM support Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3634 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular .
Selected nominal storageConfiguration
Sources
256 GB
512 GB
Panel technology
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
OLED
Not verified
eSIM only
Sources
iPhone 16eiPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsApple — official regional iPhone model identifiers
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
No
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Ingress protection
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
IP68Apple claim: up to 6 metres for up to 30 minutes under IEC 60529; not a guarantee against damage during ordinary use.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Connector capabilitiesDiffers
Sources
USB-C · USB 2 up to 480 Mb/sData transfer standard; rated maximum is not a measured transfer result. Cable capability matters.
USB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Device unlock
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Face ID
Not verified
UK model wireless capabilitiesConfiguration
Sources
Wi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.3 · NFC
Model A3634 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular .
Included accessories
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
USB-C charge cable (1 m) and documentation; power adapter and EarPods not included
Not verified
Action button
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Emergency SOS via satellite
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
YesManufacturer-listed capability. Service availability, regional restrictions and setup requirements apply; no network compatibility is inferred.
Not verified
Crash Detection
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
YesCalling for help requires mobile data or Wi-Fi calling; this is not a guarantee that every crash is detected.
Not verified
Cellular modem
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Apple C1
Not verified
Manufacturer-listed sensors
Sources
iPhone 16eNo source recorded
Not verified
Face ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Show unverified (15)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedOutdoor peak brightness · No outdoor peak rating is given in the retained page. · Outdoor peak claim, not HDR peak or sustained full-screen brightness.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedThe retained Apple page does not specify a numeric maximum; omission is not converted to 60 Hz.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
8K video recording
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified8K recording · An omitted 8K mode is not recorded as an explicit incompatibility.
Not verified8K recording · Not verified for this exact model.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Physical RAM capacity
Sources
Not verifiedNot published in the retained official specifications; do not copy a third-party estimate.
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Maximum wired charging power
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedRequired adapter wattage does not establish maximum device input power.
Not verified
Battery capacity
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedApple does not publish a capacity in the retained technical specifications.
Not verified
MagSafe charging maximum
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedThe page confirms Qi charging, but no numeric wireless maximum is recorded here. · Qi charging is confirmed; a numeric output rating is unresolved.
Not verified
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot stated for the front camera in the retained official specifications.
Not verified
Cinematic mode recording maximum
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedCinematic mode is not specified. Cinematic video stabilisation is a different feature and cannot establish it.
Not verified
Camera Control
Sources
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedCamera Control is not listed in the retained specification; no negative capability is inferred.
Not verified
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Headphone jack
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Expandable storage
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Promised update duration
Sources
iPhone 16eNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
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How we calculate scoresApple iPhone 16e
256 GB · checked 16 Oct 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight167 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Published device mass; not shipping or accessory-inclusive mass.
AppleWidth71.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness7.8 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.1 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Marketed diagonal. Rounded corners reduce the viewable area.
AppleClaimed video playback26 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple up-to playback claim under its stated test conditions; not an independent endurance result.
AppleClaimed charging rate1.67% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Manufacturer charging claim. 50 divided by 30 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
ApplePublished total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple claim: up to 6 metres for up to 30 minutes under IEC 60529; not a guarantee against damage during ordinary use.
ApplePixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Native telephoto reach0×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
No dedicated telephoto lens: the complete physical camera inventory contains the Fusion main sensor only. Apple explicitly says the same main sensor also enables the 2× Telephoto framing. Zero denotes absence of a dedicated telephoto module, not zero camera zoom or a quality score.
AppleClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple describes the Fusion main sensor as also enabling 12MP 2× Telephoto framing. This is a crop of the same 48MP main sensor, not a separate telephoto lens, continuous optical zoom or an independent image-quality measurement.
AppleRear camera modules1Manufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources3
- iPhone 16e — Apple UK technical specificationsApple · accessed 13 Oct 2026
- Apple — official regional iPhone model identifiersApple · accessed 13 Oct 2026
- iPhone 16e — official image and finish/configuration evidenceApple · accessed 13 Oct 2026
Apple iPhone 17e
512 GB · checked 19 Oct 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight170 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width71.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness7.8 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.1 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
ApplePeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback26 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
AppleClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNot verified
Not published
IP ratingNot verified
Not published
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rateNot verified
Not published
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modulesNot verified
Not published
8K recordingNot verified
Not published
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources2
- Apple UK — literal MHU04QN/A configurationApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
- Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
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