Apple iPhone 17e

Apple · 2026

Apple iPhone 17e — Disadvantages

Cons

Our editorial view of this model’s strengths and limitations.

A conventional 60 Hz display

The screen runs at 60 Hz. That is enough for messages and video, but scrolling and animations can feel less fluid if you are coming from a 120 Hz phone.

One rear camera limits your options

There is no separate ultrawide or telephoto camera. For a wider scene or a distant subject, you need to change your position or crop the image; cropping does not replace an extra lens.

Slower wired file transfers

The port transfers data at USB 2 speeds. Moving large videos to a computer can involve a wait; having a USB-C connector does not automatically mean USB 3 transfer speeds.