Apple iPhone 16E 512GB
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Design17
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Rear Camera14
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Front Camera4
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Videos1
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Key Specs
Performance
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Apple A18 -
Hexa Core (4.04 GHz, Dual Core + 2.2 GHz, Quad core) -
8 GB RAM
Display
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6.1 inches (15.49 cm); Super Retina XDR -
1170x2532 px (FHD+) -
60 Hz Refresh Rate -
Bezel-less with notch
Rear Camera
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Single Camera Setup - 48 MP (upto 10x Digital Zoom) Wide Angle Primary Camera
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Dual-color LED Flash -
4k @60 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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12 MP Wide Angle Lens -
Retina Flash -
4k @60 fps Video Recording
Battery
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3961 mAh -
20W Fast Charging; USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: eSIM -
5G Supported -
128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB internal storage, Non Expandable -
Dust Resistant, Water Resistant
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Apple iPhone 16E 512GB Expert Review Summary
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Verdict
As the most affordable modern iPhone, the 16e has much to offer. The notable shortcomings include a single camera, a 60Hz display, and missing features like MagSafe & UWB. On the positive side, it offers solid performance & battery life, long-term software support, and Apple Intelligence features. At its launch price of Rs 59,999 though, its value proposition is iffy and it might not appeal to the Indian masses.
Pros
- Compact & lightweight
- Good performance & battery life
- Software support & Apple Intelligence
- Most affordable modern iPhone
Cons
- Pricey
- Single camera
- 60Hz display & wide bezels
- No MagSafe & UWB
Design and display
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It's a familiar design, complete with glass and metal construction, blocky shape and superb fit and finish. And you can have it in any colour you like, as long as it's white or black. On the front, the wide notch from yesteryears makes a comeback, and the noticeably wide bezels around the display take the overall aesthetic down a few notches, pun unintended. At the back, the solitary camera sits by itself, taking solace in the company of a flash. One needs to focus on the positives, however, and there are many. There's IP68 rating, providing peace of mind when it comes to exposure to dust and moisture. The placement of ports and controls is as expected — there's no dedicated camera control which made its debut on Apple's iPhone 16 and 16 Pro phones, but you do get an Action Button at its usual spot on the left spine, and a Type-C port at the bottom.
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Camera
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A 60k phone with a single camera in 2025 feels odd, just like the 60Hz display. That being said, the lone 48MP sensor at the back is a strong contender. Of course, it can't offer the versatility of a multi-camera setup and skimps out on modes like Cinematic Video. The 48MP sensor uses lens-based stabilisation as compared to sensor-shift stabilisation found in the iPhone 16. but otherwise, it puts in a strong performance in most lighting conditions. We actually compared the iPhone 16e camera performance with the iPhone 16, and put out an in-depth article detailing the difference. You can check out the details, but the long and the short of it is that the iPhone 16e can hold its own, and offers extremely good and detailed images in daylight, good edge detection in the portrait mode and decent colours in the night mode. However, it can't offer the ultrawide mode and the macro modes supported by the iPhone 16. Also, the latter has an edge in terms of low-light photography, which is one aspect the iPhone 16e falters in. The selfies however, are fine. Moving away from the technicalities, the simple fact is that the iPhone 16e isn't as versatile as the competition just because of the fact that it has a single camera on its rear panel.
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Software, performance and battery
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Running iOS 18, the iPhone 16e gets the benefit of long-term software support, just like its siblings. It also boasts Apple Intelligence features, which form the AI bouquet from the brand. While some features (like the Clean up feature that gets rid of unwanted objects from photos) don't perform as well as what rivals like Samsung and Google offer, there are a few aspects, like Visual Intelligence, which work quite well. Visual Intelligence can be activated using the Action button, and then you can get details about an object or a visual via ChatGPT. There are Writing Tools that can rewrite messages or emails in different tones and summarise text, and Image Playground that can generate images based on descriptions and suggestions. The Writing Tools feature can actually be quite useful if you use it well, while Image Playground is fun to use.
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Verdict
As the most affordable modern iPhone, the 16e has much to offer. The notable shortcomings include a single camera, a 60Hz display, and missing features like MagSafe & UWB. On the positive side, it offers solid performance & battery life, long-term software support, and Apple Intelligence features. At its launch price of Rs 59,999 though, its value proposition is iffy and it might not appeal to the Indian masses.
- Compact & lightweight
- Good performance & battery life
- Software support & Apple Intelligence
- Most affordable modern iPhone
Pros
- Pricey
- Single camera
- 60Hz display & wide bezels
- No MagSafe & UWB
Cons
It's a familiar design, complete with glass and metal construction, blocky shape and superb fit and finish. And you can have it in any colour you like, as long as it's white or black. On the front, the wide notch from yesteryears makes a comeback, and the noticeably wide bezels around the display take the overall aesthetic down a few notches, pun unintended. At the back, the solitary camera sits by itself, taking solace in the company of a flash. One needs to focus on the positives, however, and there are many. There's IP68 rating, providing peace of mind when it comes to exposure to dust and moisture. The placement of ports and controls is as expected — there's no dedicated camera control which made its debut on Apple's iPhone 16 and 16 Pro phones, but you do get an Action Button at its usual spot on the left spine, and a Type-C port at the bottom.
Read MoreA 60k phone with a single camera in 2025 feels odd, just like the 60Hz display. That being said, the lone 48MP sensor at the back is a strong contender. Of course, it can't offer the versatility of a multi-camera setup and skimps out on modes like Cinematic Video. The 48MP sensor uses lens-based stabilisation as compared to sensor-shift stabilisation found in the iPhone 16. but otherwise, it puts in a strong performance in most lighting conditions. We actually compared the iPhone 16e camera performance with the iPhone 16, and put out an in-depth article detailing the difference. You can check out the details, but the long and the short of it is that the iPhone 16e can hold its own, and offers extremely good and detailed images in daylight, good edge detection in the portrait mode and decent colours in the night mode. However, it can't offer the ultrawide mode and the macro modes supported by the iPhone 16. Also, the latter has an edge in terms of low-light photography, which is one aspect the iPhone 16e falters in. The selfies however, are fine. Moving away from the technicalities, the simple fact is that the iPhone 16e isn't as versatile as the competition just because of the fact that it has a single camera on its rear panel.
Read MoreRunning iOS 18, the iPhone 16e gets the benefit of long-term software support, just like its siblings. It also boasts Apple Intelligence features, which form the AI bouquet from the brand. While some features (like the Clean up feature that gets rid of unwanted objects from photos) don't perform as well as what rivals like Samsung and Google offer, there are a few aspects, like Visual Intelligence, which work quite well. Visual Intelligence can be activated using the Action button, and then you can get details about an object or a visual via ChatGPT. There are Writing Tools that can rewrite messages or emails in different tones and summarise text, and Image Playground that can generate images based on descriptions and suggestions. The Writing Tools feature can actually be quite useful if you use it well, while Image Playground is fun to use.
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Apple iPhone 16E 512GB Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | February 21, 2025 (Official) |
| Operating System | iOS v18 |
Performance
(Excellent)
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| Chipset | Apple A18 | |||
| Processor | Hexa Core (4.04 GHz, Dual core + 2.2 GHz, Quad core) | |||
| Architecture | 64 bit | |||
| Fabrication | 3 nm | |||
| Graphics (GPU) | Apple GPU (four-core graphics) | |||
| RAM | 8 GB | |||
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 | |||
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Gaming Test Results
* after 30 mins of gaming
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Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Geekbench6 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | Super Retina XDR |
| Screen Size | 6.1 inches (15.49 cm) |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 px (FHD+) |
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits |
| HBM Brightness | 800 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel Density | 457 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 86.89 % |
| Screen Protection | Yes |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with notch |
| HDR 10 / HDR+ Support | Yes |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 146.7 mm |
| Width | 71.5 mm |
| Thickness | 7.80 mm |
| Weight | 167 grams |
| Build Material | Back: Mineral Glass |
| Water Resistance | Yes, Water resistant, IP68, (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 6 meter) |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
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Rear Camera
(Very Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection Autofocus | |||||||||||||||
| OIS | Yes | |||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, Dual-color LED Flash | |||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 8000 x 6000 Pixels | |||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Burst mode |
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| Camera Features |
10 x Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording |
4k @60 fps Full HD @240 fps |
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| Video Recording Features |
Optical Image stabilization Slow Motion Video HDR Audio Zoom Stereo recording |
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Rear Camera Samples
Daylight / HDR Auto
Max Zoom Supported 10x
Long Shot 10X
Long Shot 5X
Long Shot 3X
Long Shot 1X
High Res
Portrait Shot
Night Mode OFF
Night Mode ON
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
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Front Camera
(Excellent)
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| Autofocus | Yes | |||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, Retina Flash | |||||||||||||
| Video Recording |
4k @60 fps Full HD @120 fps |
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Front Camera Samples
Selfie
Selfie Portrait
Selfie Low Light
Selfie Low Light With Flash
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Battery
(Excellent)
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| Capacity | 3961 mAh | |
| Battery Type | Li-ion | |
| Quick Charging | Yes, 20W Fast Charging, 50% in 30 minutes | |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 7.5W Wireless Charging | |
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Battery Test Results
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Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB |
| Storage Type | NVMe |
| Expandable Storage | No |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: eSIM |
| Network Support | 5G, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| SIM 2 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz, MIMO |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
Multimedia |
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| Stereo Speakers | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyroscope |
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Apple iPhone 16E 512GB Key Highlights
| Processor | Apple A18 |
| RAM & Storage | 8 GB RAM + 128 GB 8 GB RAM + 256 GB 8 GB RAM + 512 GB |
| Display | 6.1", 1170 x 2532 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP |
| Front Camera | 12 MP |
| Battery | 3961 mAh |
Apple iPhone 16E Price In India
| Product Name | Price |
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| Apple iPhone 16E (8 GB + 128 GB) | ₹59,900 |
| Apple iPhone 16E (8 GB + 256 GB) | ₹69,900 |
| Apple iPhone 16E (8 GB + 512 GB) | ₹89,900 |
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