Apple iPhone 16e vs Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Compare Apple iPhone 16e vs Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold side by side: Apple A18 (3 nm, 16-core Neural Engine) vs Google Tensor G6, 48MP vs 48MP camera, 3960mAh…
Apple
iPhone 16e
$599
4categories won
Pixel 11 Pro Fold
$1,899
11categories won
3 categories tied · 18 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold takes the overall win
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 16e, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Pixel 11 Pro Fold. Choose the Pixel 11 Pro Fold if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 16e if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold takes battery honors offering 4,806 mAh alongside 30W charging.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold provides greater sustained gaming output with its Google Tensor G6 and 16GB RAM.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold takes photography with 48MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
iPhone 16e provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $599 vs $1899.
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 16e vs Pixel 11 Pro Fold: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | iPhone 16e | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.1" | 8" |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 | 2076 x 2152Winner |
| Pixel density | 457 ppiWinner | 372 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 2000 nits | 3600 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | iPhone 16e | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Apple A18 (3 nm, 16-core Neural Engine) | Google Tensor G6 |
| Process node | 3 nm | 3 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 1,650,000 | — |
| Geekbench multi | 8120 | — |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 16 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | iPhone 16e | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 1 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 5x |
| Ultrawide | — | 10.5 MP |
| Selfie camera | 12 MPWinner | 10 MP |
| Max video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision HDR | 4K at 60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | iPhone 16e | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 3,960 mAh | 4,806 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 25 W | 30 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | iPhone 16e | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 167 gWinner | 239 g |
| Thickness | 7.8 mm | 5 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Aerospace-grade aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front, color-infused glass back | Glass-ceramic cover glass, Ultra Thin Glass inner, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back, aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | iPhone 16e | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | iOS 18.3 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 6 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 7 years | 7 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | iPhone 16e | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $599Winner | $1,899 |
Apple iPhone 16e
The iPhone 16e brings Apple's apex 3nm A18 silicon and full Apple Intelligence generative AI support to a sub-$600 form factor. Featuring an upgraded 48MP 2-in-1 Fusion camera with 2x lossless telephoto cropping, Face ID, USB-C, and class-leading battery endurance, it replaces both legacy SE models and previous base offerings.
- Display
- 6.1"
- Chipset
- Apple A18 (3 nm, 16-core Neural Engine)
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 3,960mAh
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
At $1899, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold targets premium early adopters and multitasking professionals. It pairs a massive 8-inch, 3600-nit folding display with Google's 3nm Tensor G6 chip and 16GB of RAM, though 30W wired charging and Wi-Fi 6E lag behind current flagship standards.
- Display
- 8"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G6
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 4,806mAh
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