Both phones use Apple A18, but iPhone 16 has a five-core GPU and iPhone 16e has a four-core GPU. The shared chip name does not mean identical graphics performance.
Short answer
iPhone 16 - a second camera (ultra-wide), Dynamic Island, 25 W MagSafe, Camera Control. iPhone 16e - A18 with Apple Intelligence for noticeably less money.
Key differences
| Spec | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone 16e |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Apple A18 | Apple A18 |
| Display | 6.1", OLED, 1179×2556, 60 Hz | 6.1", Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/128 GB, 8/256 GB, 8/512 GB | 8 GB RAM, 128 / 256 / 512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 48 MP + 12 MP | 48 MP |
| Front | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 3961 mAh |
| Charging | 25 W wireless | Qi: up to 7.5 W; fast wired charging |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 7.8 mm / 170 g | 7.8 mm / 167 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Cameras
The 16 has a 48 MP main and a 12 MP ultra-wide; the 16e has a single 48 MP camera.
Chip
Both phones use Apple A18, but iPhone 16 has a five-core GPU and iPhone 16e has a four-core GPU. The shared chip name does not mean identical graphics performance.
Charging
25 W MagSafe on the 16 vs 7.5 W wireless on the 16e (according to its device page).
Verdict: who should buy which
- Ultra-wide and MagSafe - iPhone 16.
- Maximum savings - iPhone 16e.
FAQ
Is the chip the same?
Both phones use Apple A18, but iPhone 16 has a five-core GPU and iPhone 16e has a four-core GPU. The shared chip name does not mean identical graphics performance.
Do both support Apple Intelligence?
Yes.
How many cameras does the 16e have?
One main camera.