iPhone 16e vs iPhone 15: Which one you should buy? Explained
Apple recently launched its affordable new iPhone in iPhone 16 family named iPhone 16e. It is an entry-level iPhone with A18 chip and built-in Apple Intelligence. The model is designed for users who want to experience Apple’s ecosystem but want to avoid paying the high price of premium models. However if you will check out the online mobile stores, you will find the iPhone 16e price is quite closer to last year’s iPhone 15. In such a situation, the question arises whether the iPhone 16e is really a better option, or is the iPhone 15 still more valuable deal? Let’s understand by comparing the two phones of Apple (iPhone 16e vs iPhone 15) below and conclude which one is best and value for money product!
iPhone 16e: What is special?
The iPhone 16e has been designed by Apple to provide a cheaper option. So those who looking for affordable option in iPhone with 1 year brand warranty, they can consider iPhone 16e in their buying list.
It uses the Apple A18 chipset, which offers better performance and energy efficiency. The A18 is quite enough to handle day-to-day tasks and also capable to work with Apple intelligence feature. To give performance a big boost, an 8GB of RAM is offered, which is a big upgrade over the previous entry-level models.
In terms of display, the iPhone 16e has a Super Retina XDR OLED display, which offers a better experience in color and detail. The display of this handset reaches 800 nits of HBM (High Brightness Mode) and 1200 nits of peak brightness, which is less than the iPhone 15 but sufficient for indoor and outdoor use! Apart from this, the iPhone 16e has an old notch design instead of a dynamic island, which has disappoint for some users and it is criticized by a number of tech experts on social media platforms.
In the camera section, the iPhone 16e has a 48MP main camera. This camera setup gives good performance in terms of video and photography but doesn’t perform well in low light conditions. As the 16e has only one rear camera, it seems weak compared to the dual camera setup of the iPhone 15.
The iPhone 16e is better in terms of battery life, but it is larger and heavier than the iPhone 15. Apart from this, the iPhone 16e has a USB-C port, which makes it compatible with recent industry standards. Another special thing is that the iPhone 16e has an action button, which allows users to perform quick actions.
iPhone 15: Why is it better?
The iPhone 15, which was launched in 2015, is still a strong option. It starts at ₹62,999, but after credit card offers and discounts, it can be purchased for up to ₹59,999. This price of iPhone 15 (128 GB variant) is very close to the iPhone 16e, and also the iPhone 15 is better in many respects.
First of all, the iPhone 15 has a dynamic island design, which not only looks modern, but it is also helpful in managing notifications and activities. In terms of display, the iPhone 15 reaches an HBM of 1000 nits and a peak brightness of 2000 nits, which is brighter and better than the iPhone 16e.
In the camera section, the iPhone 15 has a dual camera setup, which includes a 48MP main camera and a 12MP ultra-wide camera. This setup gives better performance than the iPhone 16e in terms of photography and video recording. Apart from this, the iPhone 15 has sensor shift optical image stabilization (OIS), which makes video recording more stable.
In terms of design, the iPhone 15 is more compact and lightweight, which makes it more comfortable to hold. Apart from this, the iPhone 15 has MagSafe wireless charging, which is not in the iPhone 16e. In terms of protection, the iPhone 15 has Ceramic Shield protection on both the front and back glass, while in the iPhone 16e this feature is available only on the front glass.
iPhone 15 has only one problem, it comes with A16 chip which does not have access to the same Apple Intelligence features. But it quite powerful to take high quality photos, videos, can handle day-to-day task and guys Apple has not revealed yet much more about the Apple Intelligence features, so if you can ignore, then the iPhone 15 could be the best choice!
Conclusion: Which phone to buy?
If you want a modern and premium experience, then the iPhone 15 is a better option. Not only does it offer better design and display, but its camera setup and features are also more advanced than the iPhone 16e. Apart from this, the price of iPhone 15 is also close to iPhone 16e, which makes it more valuable.
On the other hand, if you are looking for a new hardware and features like: A18 Chip, Apple Intelligence, and Bigger & Better Battery life, then iPhone 16e can also be a good option. However, considering its old notch design and single camera setup, this phone is better for users who want to experience Apple’s ecosystem but guys iPhone 16e will give cheap feeling.
Being an Android user, if you are planning to buy an iPhone in a budget around Rs 60,000, then we recommend check out iPhone 15 (128 GB) as it offers best look and feel and an ultimate and outstanding product which you can buy from various online stores in India (Amazon, Croma, Vijay Sales, Reliance Digital , and Flipkart). Additionally if own iPhone 13, or iPhone 14 and want to upgrade then upgrade to iPhone 15 or iPhone 16… but don’t upgrade to iPhone 16e!
