Apple iPhone 12 vs Apple iPhone 16e
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Beebom Score
87
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Apple A14 Bionic | Apple A18 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.1", FHD+ Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz | 6.1", Full HD+ Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz | ||
| Camera | 12MP+12MP/12MP | 48MP/12MP | ||
| Battery | 2815 mAh | 3280 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Processor | Apple A14 Bionic | Apple A18 | ||
| Display | 6.1", FHD+ Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz | 6.1", Full HD+ Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz | ||
| Camera | 12MP+12MP/12MP | 48MP/12MP | ||
| Battery | 2815 mAh | 3280 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Software, Design and Build Quality | Overall Best Pick | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Software, Design and Build Quality | Overall Best Pick |
General
| Colors | Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Purple | Black, White | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | October 13, 2020 | February 19, 2025 | ||
| Availability | October 23, 2020 | February 28, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹79,900 | ₹59,900 | ||
| Colors | Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Purple | Black, White | ||
| Launch | October 13, 2020 | February 19, 2025 | ||
| Availability | October 23, 2020 | February 28, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹79,900 | ₹59,900 |
Display
Winner:Apple iPhone 16e
| Type | FHD+ Super Retina XDR OLED | Full HD+ Super Retina XDR OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | Dolby Vision | HDR10 | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.1 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1170 pixels | 1170 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2532 pixels | 2532 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 460 ppi | 460 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 1200 nits | ||
| Type | FHD+ Super Retina XDR OLED | Full HD+ Super Retina XDR OLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | Dolby Vision | HDR10 | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.1 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1170 pixels | 1170 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2532 pixels | 2532 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 460 ppi | 460 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 1200 nits |
Body
Winner:Tie
| Weight | 164 grams | 167 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Ceramic Shield | Ceramic Shield | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Ceramic Shield Glass | Apple Ceramic Shield | ||
| Port | Lightning, USB 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 164 grams | 167 grams | ||
| Front | Ceramic Shield | Ceramic Shield | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Ceramic Shield Glass | Apple Ceramic Shield | ||
| Port | Lightning, USB 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Apple iPhone 16e
| Chipset Brand | Apple | Apple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | A14 Bionic | A18 | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Hexa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | ||
| Software Name | iOS | iOS | ||
| Software Skin | iOS | iOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 | 5 | ||
| Chipset Brand | Apple | Apple | ||
| Chipset Name | A14 Bionic | A18 | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Hexa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | ||
| Software Name | iOS | iOS | ||
| Software Skin | iOS | iOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 | 5 |
Main Camera
Winner:Apple iPhone 16e
| Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Features | Dual-LED Dual-tone Flash, HDR (photo/panorama), Auto Focus, OIS, Face Detection, Night Mode, Continuous Shooting, Panorama | HDR, Panorama, 3D (spatial) Audio, Dual-LED Dual Tone Flash | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | OIS | ||
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60fps, 720p@30fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 30fps), stereo sound recording | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, OIS, Stereo Sound Recording | ||
| Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Features | Dual-LED Dual-tone Flash, HDR (photo/panorama), Auto Focus, OIS, Face Detection, Night Mode, Continuous Shooting, Panorama | HDR, Panorama, 3D (spatial) Audio, Dual-LED Dual Tone Flash | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | OIS | ||
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60fps, 720p@30fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 30fps), stereo sound recording | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, OIS, Stereo Sound Recording |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Apple iPhone 12
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 12 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) Audio, Stereo Sound Recording | ||
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, HDR | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) Audio, Stereo Sound Recording | ||
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, HDR |
Battery
Winner:Apple iPhone 16e
| Capacity | 2815 mAh | 3280 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Charging Speed | 18 w | 20 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | ||
| Capacity | 2815 mAh | 3280 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Charging Speed | 18 w | 20 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
Memory
Winner:Apple iPhone 16e
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | NvMe | NvMe | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4 | LPDDR5X | ||
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | NvMe | NvMe | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4 | LPDDR5X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & eSIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & eSIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
Winner:Apple iPhone 16e
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| Sensors | Face ID, Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Barometer, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Face ID, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Compass, Barometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via Satellite | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Features | Apple Intelligence | |||
| Sensors | Face ID, Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Barometer, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Face ID, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Compass, Barometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via Satellite | ||
| AI Features | Apple Intelligence |
