Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Apple iPhone 16e

Compare Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Apple iPhone 16e side by side: Apple A17 Pro vs Apple A18 (3 nm, 16-core Neural Engine), 48MP vs 48MP camera, 3274mAh vs…

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iPhone 16e

$599

7categories won

9 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Apple iPhone 16e takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Apple iPhone 16e proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the iPhone 15 Pro leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the iPhone 16e. Choose the iPhone 16e if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 15 Pro if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryiPhone 16e

iPhone 16e takes battery honors offering 3,960 mAh alongside 25W charging.

🎮 GamingiPhone 16e

iPhone 16e provides greater sustained gaming output with its Apple A18 (3 nm, 16-core Neural Engine) and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraiPhone 15 Pro

iPhone 15 Pro wins photography with 48MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueiPhone 16e

iPhone 16e wins on budget and value at $599 compared to $999.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 16e: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Apple iPhone 16e
Specification	iPhone 15 Pro	iPhone 16e
Screen size	6.1"	6.1"
Resolution	1179 x 2556Winner	1170 x 2532
Pixel density	461 ppi	457 ppi
Refresh rate	120 HzWinner	60 Hz
Peak brightness	2000 nits	2000 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Apple iPhone 16e
Specification	iPhone 15 Pro	iPhone 16e
Chipset	Apple A17 Pro	Apple A18 (3 nm, 16-core Neural Engine)
Process node	3 nm	3 nm
AnTuTu score	1,540,000	1,650,000Winner
Geekbench multi	7350	8120Winner
Maximum RAM	8 GB	8 GB
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	128GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Apple iPhone 16e
Specification	iPhone 15 Pro	iPhone 16e
Main sensor	48 MP	48 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	1
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	—
Selfie camera	12 MP	12 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps ProRes / Log video recording	4K@60fps Dolby Vision HDR

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Apple iPhone 16e
Specification	iPhone 15 Pro	iPhone 16e
Capacity	3,274 mAh	3,960 mAhWinner
Wired charging	20 W	25 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Apple iPhone 16e
Specification	iPhone 15 Pro	iPhone 16e
Weight	187 g	167 gWinner
Thickness	8.25 mm	7.8 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back	Aerospace-grade aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front, color-infused glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Apple iPhone 16e
Specification	iPhone 15 Pro	iPhone 16e
Operating system	iOS 17	iOS 18.3
OS updates	6 years	6 years
Security updates	7 years	7 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, Apple iPhone 16e
Specification	iPhone 15 Pro	iPhone 16e
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$999	$599Winner