The iPhone 16e is a compact 5G smartphone featuring Apple's A18 chipset, a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, a 48MP main camera, and up to 512GB of internal storage. Its design combines a glass front and back with an aluminum frame, while IP68 dust and water resistance adds protection against everyday exposure to water and dust.
The device measures 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.8 mm and weighs 167 grams. It supports GSM, HSPA, LTE, and 5G networks and includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS, and USB Type-C connectivity.
For performance, the iPhone 16e uses Apple's A18 3nm chipset with a hexa-core CPU and 4-core Apple GPU. The camera system includes a 48MP f/1.6 main camera with PDAF and optical image stabilization, alongside a 12MP TrueDepth-style selfie camera with 3D depth and biometric sensing capabilities.
Key iPhone 16e Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 167 g |
| Build | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM; regional configurations vary |
| Water/Dust Resistance | IP68, immersible up to 6m for 30 minutes |
| Display | 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1170 × 2532 pixels |
| Pixel Density | ~457 ppi |
| Display Protection | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Chipset | Apple A18, 3nm |
| CPU | Hexa-core, up to 4.04 GHz |
| GPU | Apple GPU, 4-core |
| RAM | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB |
| Main Camera | 48MP, f/1.6, 26mm wide, PDAF, OIS |
| Selfie Camera | 12MP, f/1.9 wide, SL 3D |
| Video Recording | Up to 4K at 60fps |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Audio | Stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | No |
| Operating System | iOS 18.4 |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion |
| Charging | Wired; 50% in 30 minutes; 7.5W Qi wireless |
| Announcement | February 19, 2025 |
| Expected Release | February 28, 2025 |
Design and Build
The iPhone 16e has a 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.8 mm body and weighs 167g, giving it a relatively lightweight form factor. The construction consists of a glass front, glass back, and aluminum frame.
An IP68 rating provides dust-tight protection and water resistance, with the supplied specification indicating immersion of up to 6 meters for 30 minutes.
The phone does not include a traditional 3.5mm headphone jack. Audio is delivered through its stereo speaker system or compatible wireless/USB-C accessories.
Display
The iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a resolution of 1170 × 2532 pixels. The display has an approximately 19.5:9 aspect ratio and around 457 pixels per inch.
Its display specification includes:
- Super Retina XDR OLED
- HDR10
- 800 nits HBM brightness
- 1200 nits peak brightness
- ~87.1% screen-to-body ratio
- Ceramic Shield glass protection
The OLED panel is designed to provide high contrast, HDR support, and detailed image reproduction.
Performance and Software
At the heart of the iPhone 16e is Apple's A18 chipset, manufactured using a 3nm process according to the supplied specifications.
The processor configuration includes a hexa-core CPU, consisting of two performance cores clocked at up to 4.04 GHz and four efficiency cores at up to 2.20 GHz. Graphics processing is handled by a 4-core Apple GPU.
The phone is listed with 8GB RAM and comes with three storage configurations:
- 128GB + 8GB RAM
- 256GB + 8GB RAM
- 512GB + 8GB RAM
Storage uses NVMe technology, while there is no microSD card slot.
The supplied software specification lists iOS 18.4 as the operating system.
iPhone 16e Camera Specifications
The rear camera system uses a single 48MP wide-angle camera with an f/1.6 aperture, 26mm focal length, PDAF, and optical image stabilization.
Main Camera
- 48MP wide camera
- f/1.6 aperture
- 26mm equivalent
- PDAF
- OIS
- Dual-LED dual-tone flash
- HDR
- Panorama
- 3D spatial audio support
- Stereo sound recording
Video
The main camera can record:
- 4K at 24/25/30/60fps
- 1080p at 25/30/60/120/240fps
- HDR video
- OIS
- Stereo sound recording
Selfie Camera
For selfies and biometric functions, the phone has a 12MP f/1.9 wide camera paired with an SL 3D depth/biometric sensor.
The front camera supports:
- 12MP wide camera
- f/1.9 aperture
- SL 3D depth and biometric sensing
- HDR
- Dolby Vision HDR
- 3D spatial audio
- Stereo sound recording
Video recording includes 4K at 24/25/30/60fps and 1080p at 25/30/60/120fps.
Connectivity
The iPhone 16e supports a broad range of wireless and cellular connectivity standards.
Network
- GSM
- HSPA
- LTE
- 5G
Wireless Connectivity
The phone supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, including dual-band connectivity and hotspot functionality.
Bluetooth 5.3 is available with A2DP and Low Energy support.
For navigation, the device supports:
- GPS
- GLONASS
- Galileo
- BDS
- QZSS
- NavIC
NFC is also included, while the supplied specification lists no FM radio.
The physical port is USB Type-C 2.0.
SIM and Storage
SIM support varies according to market. The supplied specifications list:
- International: Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM, with up to two active at a time
- USA: eSIM + eSIM, with 8 or more eSIMs stored and up to two active at a time
- China: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
There is no memory card slot. Internal storage is available in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB capacities, with 8GB RAM across the listed configurations.
Battery and Charging
The iPhone 16e uses a Li-Ion battery. Its charging specification includes wired charging capable of reaching 50% in 30 minutes, while wireless charging is supported through 7.5W Qi charging.
The supplied specifications do not provide a specific battery capacity in mAh, so it would be inappropriate to state an exact capacity without an independently verified source.
Audio and Other Features
The phone includes stereo speakers but does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Additional features listed in the supplied specifications include:
- Face ID
- Accelerometer
- Gyroscope
- Proximity sensor
- Compass
- Barometer
- Emergency SOS via satellite
- Messages via satellite
- Find My via satellite
- Apple Pay
- NFC
Apple Pay is listed as supporting Visa, MasterCard, and AMEX certification in the supplied specifications.
iPhone 16e FAQ
What are the iPhone 16e dimensions?
The iPhone 16e measures 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.8 mm and weighs 167 grams.
What processor does the iPhone 16e use?
The supplied specifications list the Apple A18 chipset, built on a 3nm process, with a hexa-core CPU and 4-core Apple GPU.
How much RAM does the iPhone 16e have?
The listed configurations include 8GB RAM with 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of internal storage.
What is the iPhone 16e display size?
It has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a 1170 × 2532-pixel resolution.
How many cameras does the iPhone 16e have?
The supplied specifications list a single 48MP rear camera and a 12MP front camera with SL 3D depth and biometric sensing.
Does the iPhone 16e support 5G?
Yes. The supplied network specifications include GSM, HSPA, LTE, and 5G connectivity.
Does the iPhone 16e have a headphone jack?
No. The specifications list no 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the iPhone 16e support wireless charging?
Yes. The supplied specifications list 7.5W Qi wireless charging.
Does the iPhone 16e have a microSD card slot?
No. The phone does not have a memory card slot and is available with internal storage options of 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB.
Is the iPhone 16e water resistant?
The supplied specifications list an IP68 rating, with immersion protection of up to 6 meters for 30 minutes.
iPhone 16e Specifications at a Glance
The iPhone 16e combines a 6.1-inch OLED display, Apple A18 chipset, 8GB RAM, up to 512GB NVMe storage, 48MP main camera, 12MP selfie camera, 5G connectivity, USB Type-C, stereo speakers, and 7.5W Qi wireless charging. Its compact 167g design and IP68 rating make it a strong option for users prioritizing portability, durability, and Apple's ecosystem.
