The recently launched iPhone 16e is making waves, not just as an attractive option for budget-conscious consumers, but for its unexpected battery performance. While some hoped for a successor to the iPhone SE, Apple has delivered a model that redefines expectations.
Apple has officially announced that the iPhone 16e boasts the longest battery life for any iPhone in its category, with an impressive estimate of 26 hours of offline video playback. Remarkably, this beats the more expensive iPhone 16 by four hours—an impressive feat for a phone at this price point.
However, Apple typically keeps the exact battery size a secret. This led to questions about whether the exceptional longevity comes from a larger battery or other enhancements.
Thanks to a recent teardown by YouTuber Dave2D, we now have clarity on this matter: the iPhone 16e is indeed equipped with a substantial battery.
Its battery capacity is nearly double that of the previous iPhone SE.
| iPhone Model | Battery Size |
|---|---|
| iPhone 16e | 3,961 mAh |
| iPhone SE 3 (2022) | 2,018 mAh |
| iPhone 16 | 3,561 mAh |
| iPhone 16 Pro | 3,582 mAh |
| iPhone 16 Pro Max | 4,685 mAh |
In fact, the iPhone 16e features a battery that's almost 10% larger than that of the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. It's also quite close in size to the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which has an 18% larger battery than the 16e, marking a small difference in capacity.
We are excited to conduct thorough battery tests on the iPhone 16e and share those results with you soon. Stay tuned for our comprehensive review coming this weekend!
