Apple iPhone 17e
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Design13
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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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Benchmarks4
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Key Specs
Performance
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Apple A19 -
Hexa Core (4.26 GHz, Dual Core + 2.6 GHz, Quad core) -
8 GB RAM
Display
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6.1 inches (15.49 cm); Super Retina XDR OLED -
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, upto 2x Optical Zoom) Wide Angle Primary Camera
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Dual-color LED Flash -
4k @24/25/30/60 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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12 MP Ultra-Wide Angle Lens -
Retina Flash -
4k @24/25/30/60 fps Video Recording
Battery
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4005 mAh -
20W Fast Charging; USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: eSIM -
5G Supported -
256 GB / 512 GB internal storage, Non Expandable -
Dust Resistant, Water Resistant
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Verdict
The iPhone 17e delivers the core Apple user experience and ecosystem benefits in a compact, well-built design. The 60Hz display, wide notch and single camera could push potential buyers towards older iPhones, though.
Pros
- Compact & lightweight
- Good performance
- Good primary camera
- Apple ecosystem
Cons
- 60Hz display
- Limited camera capabilities
- Wide notch
Design and display
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Compact, well-built, oozing premiumness and unmistakably an iPhone is how I'd describe the design and build. Apple has added a soft pink colour option this time, in addition to the white and black options last year's model came in. The matte finish enhances the look and feel, while the IP68 rating helps add peace of mind. The Ceramic Shield 2 layer on the display is a new addition, promising significantly better scratch resistance than before. The placement of controls is as expected, and just like the previous model, you don't get the dedicated camera control key on the side of the 17e, but there is a customisable Action button on the left. A lone camera lens sits on the back. While it's a matter of personal preference, I do find the compact size quite handy and easy to wield on a day-to-day basis. Of course, this comes at the cost of the display size, so you may want to avoid the iPhone 17e if you use your phone heavily for media watching and/or working with long documents and spreadsheets on the go.
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Cameras
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The iPhone 17e comes with a single primary camera, which means there's no ultrawide or telephoto. At the front, a 12MP sensor manages selfie duties. While you can't do much about the missing ultrawide snapper, the 48MP main sensor does offer a ‘near-optical' 2X zoom by zooming to the middle of the image and cropping. It doesn't fare as well as proper optical zoom, but it gets the job done. Digital zoom can go up to 10X, but with mixed results. Low-light shooting isn't its strength either, but the primary camera produces great results in ample ambient light, churning out crisp, colourful shots.
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Software, performance and battery life
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The iPhone 17e runs iOS 26 and offers Apple's suite of AI features dubbed Apple Intelligence. For a first-timer, using iOS doesn't require much of a learning curve once you get the hang of things, and it is quite simple and intuitive. Over time, personalisation options in iOS have increased, and the interface remains as fluid as ever. Apple Intelligence covers features like live language translation, Visual Intelligence that can recognise stuff through the camera's viewfinder or on the screen, call screening that can handle calls for you, Clean up that can remove unwanted objects or people from photos and more. Apple's software update policy is great, so you can expect your iPhone to stay current with iOS versions for years to come.
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Verdict
The iPhone 17e delivers the core Apple user experience and ecosystem benefits in a compact, well-built design. The 60Hz display, wide notch and single camera could push potential buyers towards older iPhones, though.
- Compact & lightweight
- Good performance
- Good primary camera
- Apple ecosystem
Pros
- 60Hz display
- Limited camera capabilities
- Wide notch
Cons
Compact, well-built, oozing premiumness and unmistakably an iPhone is how I'd describe the design and build. Apple has added a soft pink colour option this time, in addition to the white and black options last year's model came in. The matte finish enhances the look and feel, while the IP68 rating helps add peace of mind. The Ceramic Shield 2 layer on the display is a new addition, promising significantly better scratch resistance than before. The placement of controls is as expected, and just like the previous model, you don't get the dedicated camera control key on the side of the 17e, but there is a customisable Action button on the left. A lone camera lens sits on the back. While it's a matter of personal preference, I do find the compact size quite handy and easy to wield on a day-to-day basis. Of course, this comes at the cost of the display size, so you may want to avoid the iPhone 17e if you use your phone heavily for media watching and/or working with long documents and spreadsheets on the go.
Read MoreThe iPhone 17e comes with a single primary camera, which means there's no ultrawide or telephoto. At the front, a 12MP sensor manages selfie duties. While you can't do much about the missing ultrawide snapper, the 48MP main sensor does offer a ‘near-optical' 2X zoom by zooming to the middle of the image and cropping. It doesn't fare as well as proper optical zoom, but it gets the job done. Digital zoom can go up to 10X, but with mixed results. Low-light shooting isn't its strength either, but the primary camera produces great results in ample ambient light, churning out crisp, colourful shots.
Read MoreThe iPhone 17e runs iOS 26 and offers Apple's suite of AI features dubbed Apple Intelligence. For a first-timer, using iOS doesn't require much of a learning curve once you get the hang of things, and it is quite simple and intuitive. Over time, personalisation options in iOS have increased, and the interface remains as fluid as ever. Apple Intelligence covers features like live language translation, Visual Intelligence that can recognise stuff through the camera's viewfinder or on the screen, call screening that can handle calls for you, Clean up that can remove unwanted objects or people from photos and more. Apple's software update policy is great, so you can expect your iPhone to stay current with iOS versions for years to come.
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Apple iPhone 17e Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | March 4, 2026 (Official) |
| Operating System | iOS v26 |
Performance
(Excellent)
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| Chipset | Apple A19 T8150a | |||||
| Processor | Hexa Core (4.26 GHz, Dual core + 2.6 GHz, Quad core) | |||||
| Architecture | 64 bit | |||||
| Fabrication | 3 nm | |||||
| Graphics (GPU) | Apple GPU (four-core graphics) | |||||
| RAM | 8 GB | |||||
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X | |||||
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Gaming Test Results
* after 30 mins of gaming
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Benchmark Screenshots
Wildlife Extreme
Steel Nomad
AnTuTu Benchmark
Geekbench6 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| 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 | 460 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 86.89 % |
| Screen Protection | Yes |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with notch |
| HDR 10 / HDR+ Support | Yes |
| Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand) | 87.1 % |
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 | 170 grams |
| Build Material | Back: 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 | |||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes | High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) | |||||||||||||||
| Camera Features |
10 x Digital Zoom 2 x Optical Zoom |
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| Video Recording |
4k @24/25/30/60 fps Full HD @25/30/60/120/240 fps HD @30 fps |
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| Video Recording Features |
Optical Image stabilization Audio Zoom |
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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, Phase Detection Autofocus | |||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, Retina Flash | |||||||||||||
| Video Recording |
4k @24/25/30/60 fps Full HD @25/30/60/120 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 | 4005 mAh | |
| Battery Type | Li-ion | |
| Quick Charging | Yes, 20W Fast Charging, 50% in 30 minutes | |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 15W Wireless Charging | |
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Battery Test Results
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Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 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
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| SIM 2 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/ax), MIMO |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3 |
| GPS | Yes with 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, Compass, Gyroscope |
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Apple iPhone 17e Key Highlights
| Processor | Apple A19 T8150a |
| RAM & Storage | 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 | 4005 mAh |
Apple iPhone 17e Price In India
| Product Name | Price |
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| Apple iPhone 17e (8 GB + 256 GB) | ₹64,900 |
| Apple iPhone 17e (8 GB + 512 GB) | ₹84,900 |
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