Introduction
Apple’s budget-friendly iPhone SE lineup was expected to get a fourth-generation model this year, but instead of calling it the iPhone SE 4 (2025), Apple switched things up and introduced it as the iPhone 16e on February 19, 2025.
With smartphone prices climbing, the iPhone 16e comes with a higher price tag than the previous SE model. But those extra dollars are well worth it, thanks to upgrades like a more powerful camera system, a design that mirrors the sleek iPhone 14, and a sharper display.
iPhone 16e vs iPhone 16: Price in UK
- iPhone 16e: £599.00 (128GB), £699.00 (256GB), £899.00 (512GB)
- iPhone 16: £739.00 (128GB), £849.00 (256GB), £1049.00 (512GB)
Design
iPhone 16e: Features a sleek design with a large notch, single rear camera module, IP68 rating, and comes in Black and White.
iPhone 16: Offers a modern design with Dynamic Island, vertically aligned dual cameras, an Action Button, and is available in Black, White, Pink, Teal, and Ultramarine.
Display
iPhone 16e: 6.1-inch OLED Super Retina XDR display, 1170x2532 resolution, 1200 nits peak brightness.
iPhone 16: 6.1-inch OLED Super Retina XDR display, 1179x2556 resolution, 2000 nits peak brightness.
Performance and OS
Both models run on the latest Apple A18 processor and iOS 18 with Apple Intelligence support. The iPhone 16e features a 4-core GPU, while the iPhone 16 has a 5-core GPU.
Cameras
iPhone 16e: 48MP rear camera with 2-in-1 wide-angle and telephoto lens, 12MP front camera.
iPhone 16: 48MP main camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera, 12MP front camera.
Battery
iPhone 16e: Up to 26 hours of video playback.
iPhone 16: Up to 22 hours of video playback.
Conclusion
The iPhone 16e is ideal for users who want Apple Intelligence features at a lower cost, while the iPhone 16 is perfect for those who seek a better camera system and slightly improved performance.
