Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16e
Apple iPhone 17e
Performance
91.1
91.1
Camera
80.0
80.0
Battery
66.0
66.0
Gaming
85.4
85.4
Overall
83.5
83.5
Value for Money
Equal
Equal
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
Tie
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
Tie
🎮 Gaming
Tie
💰 Value
Tie
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.10"
6.10"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)
Resolution
1170x2532
1170x2532
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
60 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Apple A19 (3 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
RAM
8 GB
8 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, Dolby Vision HDR, OIS
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, Dolby Vision HDR, OIS, stereo sound rec.
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4005 mAh
4005 mAh
Charging
Wired, 50% in 30 min 7.5W wireless (Qi)
Wired, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless MagSafe/Qi2
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0
USB Type-C 2.0
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International/China)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
Weight
167g
169g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), glass back, aluminum frame
Colors
Black, White
Black, White, Soft Pink
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18.3.1, upgradable to iOS 26.5
iOS 26.3, upgradable to iOS 27
Our Verdict
Both phones are very closely matched. Your choice should depend on which features matter most to you — whether it's camera quality, battery life, gaming performance, or value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Slow 5W charging
- 60Hz display only
Apple iPhone 17e
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Slow 15W charging
- 60Hz display only
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 16e or Apple iPhone 17e?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16e or Apple iPhone 17e?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Both phones have similar battery performance.
Which is better for gaming?
Both phones offer similar gaming performance.
Which offers better value for money?
Both phones offer similar value for money.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16e and Apple iPhone 17e?
Apple iPhone 16e costs PKR 289,999 while Apple iPhone 17e costs PKR 289,000. The price difference is PKR 999.
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