Apple has recently unveiled the iPhone 16e, which brings modern features to a more affordable price point. Positioned as the most budget-friendly model in Apple's lineup, it replaces the iPhone SE (2022) and costs Rs. 59,900. The iPhone 16e takes on the design of the iPhone 14 but with updated internals and features. If you're deciding between the iPhone 16e and the iPhone 14, here's a detailed comparison based on design and build, display, performance and software, cameras, battery, and charging.
Both the iPhone 16e and iPhone 14 have an aluminium and glass build with flat sides, making them sturdy and premium-feeling. The iPhone 16e takes cues from the iPhone 14, but it introduces the Action Button, replacing the traditional mute switch. Apple has also switched to USB-C for charging, ending the era of the Lightning connector. On the other hand, the iPhone 14 retains its design with a smaller notch and is slightly more refined in its feel. Both phones come in similar colour options, like White and Black.
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The iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inch 60Hz display, similar to the iPhone 14. While both have a notch, the iPhone 16e keeps the traditional design, while the iPhone 14 has a slightly more refined smaller notch. The iPhone 16e lacks the Dynamic Island seen in the iPhone 15 and 16 models but offers Face ID for the first time in a budget iPhone. The iPhone 14's OLED panel offers better brightness and colour accuracy, making it the more vibrant option.
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Under the hood, the iPhone 16e boasts the A18 chipset, one of Apple's top-performing processors, which it shares with the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus. This gives the iPhone 16e an edge in raw power and efficiency, making it more future-proof. In contrast, the iPhone 14 comes with the A15 Bionic chip, which, while still fast, falls behind in terms of
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