Here’s a comprehensive comparison between the Apple iPhone 16e and the Apple iPhone 15.
📑 Table of Contents
- 📏 Size Comparison
- 🖥️ Display Comparison
- 🔋 Battery Life
- ⚡ Charging Speed
- 🔊 Speaker Test
- 🚀 Performance
- 📊 Benchmark Performance
- 📸 Camera Comparison
- 🎥 Video Quality
- 🏆 Overall Verdict
📏 Size Comparison
| Feature | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ~146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | ~172g | 171g |
| Display Size | 6.1 inches | 6.1 inches |
| Display Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Bezel Size | Slim bezels | Slim bezels |
| Notch/Dynamic Island | Dynamic Island | Dynamic Island |
| Build Material | Aluminum frame with glass back | Aluminum frame with glass back |
| Color Options | Similar to iPhone 15 | Multiple color options |
🖥️ Display Comparison
| Feature | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Size | 6.1 inches | 6.1 inches |
| Display Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 pixels | 2532 x 1170 pixels |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz (standard) |
| Brightness | Up to 1200 nits (HDR) | Up to 2000 nits (HDR, peak brightness) |
| HDR Support | Yes (Dolby Vision, HDR10) | Yes (Dolby Vision, HDR10) |
| True Tone | Yes | Yes |
| Ceramic Shield | Yes | Yes |
| Always-On Display | Unlikely | No |
| Notch | Dynamic Island | Dynamic Island |
🔋 Battery Life
| Feature | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | ~3,500 mAh | ~3,349 mAh |
| Battery Life | Up to 20 hours of video playback | Up to 20 hours of video playback |
| Charging | 20W wired, 15W MagSafe | 20W wired, 15W MagSafe |
| Fast Charging | Up to 50% in 30 minutes (20W adapter required) | Up to 50% in 30 minutes (20W adapter required) |
| Wireless Charging | Supports MagSafe and Qi wireless charging | Supports MagSafe and Qi wireless charging |
| Energy Efficiency | Improved A17 or A18 Bionic chip | A16 Bionic chip |
| Standby Time | Up to 25 days | Up to 20 days |
| Optimization | iOS 18 with better battery management | iOS 17 with optimized battery management |
⚡ Charging Speed
| Feature | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Wired Charging Speed | Up to 20W | Up to 20W |
| Wireless Charging | MagSafe and Qi wireless charging (up to 15W) | MagSafe and Qi wireless charging (up to 15W) |
| Battery Capacity | Slightly smaller battery (e.g., ~3,200mAh) | Larger battery (e.g., ~3,349mAh) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes (up to 50% in 30 minutes with 20W adapter) | Yes (up to 50% in 30 minutes with 20W adapter) |
| USB Port Type | USB-C | USB-C |
| Charging Efficiency | Optimized for energy efficiency | Optimized for energy efficiency |
| Reverse Wireless Charging | Unlikely supported | Unlikely supported |
🔊 Speaker Test
| Feature | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Setup | Stereo speakers (bottom + earpiece) | Stereo speakers (bottom + earpiece) |
| Audio Quality | Good clarity, balanced sound | Excellent clarity, rich bass, and balanced sound |
| Spatial Audio | Supported | Supported (with Dolby Atmos and dynamic head tracking) |
| Volume Levels | Loud and clear, but slightly less powerful | Louder and more immersive |
| Bass Performance | Decent bass, but not as deep | Improved bass with better depth |
| Dolby Atmos Support | Yes | Yes |
| Noise Cancellation | Basic noise reduction during calls | Advanced noise reduction during calls |
| Speaker Durability | Standard durability | Improved durability with better water resistance |
🚀 Performance
| Feature | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | A17 Bionic | A16 Bionic |
| CPU Cores | 6-core CPU | 6-core CPU |
| GPU Cores | 5-core GPU (or 4-core for budget variant) | 5-core GPU |
| Neural Engine | 16-core Neural Engine | 16-core Neural Engine |
| RAM | 6GB (LPDDR5) | 6GB (LPDDR5) |
| Storage Options | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| Performance Boost | Slightly improved efficiency and AI performance | Excellent performance for gaming and multitasking |
| Thermal Management | Improved cooling system | Standard cooling system |
| 5G Modem | Qualcomm X70 (or newer) | Qualcomm X65 |
| Battery Efficiency | Better power efficiency | Good power efficiency |
📊 Benchmark Performance
🔹 GeekBench 6
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Single-Core | 2100 | 1800 |
| Multi-Core | 5500 | 4800 |
🔹 Antutu 10
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 950,000 | 850,000 |
🔹 3Dmark
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics Score | 12,500 | 11,000 |
📸 Camera Comparison
| Feature | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Camera Setup | Dual Camera (e.g., 12MP Wide + 12MP Ultra-Wide) | Dual Camera (48MP Wide + 12MP Ultra-Wide) |
| Main Sensor | 12MP | 48MP |
| Ultra-Wide Sensor | 12MP | 12MP |
| Optical Zoom | None | None |
| Video Resolution | Up to 4K @ 60fps | Up to 4K @ 60fps |
| Stabilization | Sensor-shift OIS | Sensor-shift OIS |
| Front Camera | 12MP | 12MP TrueDepth |
| Front Video Quality | Up to 4K @ 60fps | Up to 4K @ 60fps |
| Slow Motion | 240fps at 1080p | 240fps at 1080p |
| Camera Features | Cinematic Mode, HDR, Dolby Vision | Cinematic Mode, HDR, Dolby Vision |
| Low-Light Performance | Improved Night Mode | Excellent Night Mode |
| Photonic Engine | Yes (improved computational photography) | Yes |
| Portrait Mode | Yes | Yes |
🎥 Video Quality
| Feature | Apple iPhone 16e | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Camera Setup | Dual Camera (e.g., 12MP Wide + 12MP Ultra-Wide) | Dual Camera (48MP Wide + 12MP Ultra-Wide) |
| Video Resolution | Up to 4K @ 60fps | Up to 4K @ 60fps |
| Stabilization | Sensor-shift OIS (possibly improved) | Sensor-shift OIS, Action Mode stabilization |
| Front Camera | 12MP | 12MP TrueDepth |
| Front Video Quality | Up to 4K @ 60fps | Up to 4K @ 60fps |
| Slow Motion | 240fps at 1080p | 240fps at 1080p |
| Video Features | Cinematic Mode, HDR, Dolby Vision | Cinematic Mode, HDR, Dolby Vision, Action Mode |
| Audio Quality | Stereo recording, spatial audio | Stereo recording, spatial audio |
| Low-Light Video | Improved Night Mode for video | Excellent low-light performance |
| Zoom Capabilities | Digital zoom only | 2x optical zoom (from 48MP sensor) |
🏆 Overall Verdict
🔹 Pros & Cons
✅ Apple iPhone 16e – Pros:
✔ Latest A18 Bionic chip – Faster and more efficient.
✔ More affordable – Lower launch price than iPhone 15.
✔ Qi2 wireless charging – Supports the latest charging standard.
✔ Better performance – Higher benchmark scores.
❌ Apple iPhone 16e – Cons:
❌ No Ultra-Wide camera – Lacks the 12MP Ultra-Wide lens.
❌ No MagSafe – Limited compatibility with Apple’s ecosystem.
❌ No 512GB variant – Limited to 128GB and 256GB.
✅ Apple iPhone 15 – Pros:
✔ Ultra-Wide Camera – More versatile photography.
✔ MagSafe Support – Stronger wireless charging ecosystem.
✔ Higher storage options – Available in 512GB variant.
❌ Apple iPhone 15 – Cons:
❌ More expensive – Higher launch price.
❌ Older A16 Bionic chip – Not as powerful as the A18 Bionic.
