The Apple iPhone 16e (US/A3212) is a value-focused model released in 2025 as a successor to the iPhone SE 3. It blends premium internal hardware with a budget-tier design. Targeted at the US market, this model offers dual eSIM support, USB-C charging, and Face ID, but omits MagSafe, Wi-Fi 7, and 5G mmWave.
iPhone 16e (A3212) Key Technical Specs
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model ID | iPhone17,5 |
| Apple Model No. | A3212 (EMC 8725) |
| Order No. (128 GB, White) | MD0E4LL/A |
| Processor | Apple A18 – 4.0 GHz, 6-core CPU (2P + 4E), 4-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage Options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Display | 6.1″ Super Retina XDR OLED, 2532×1170 (460 ppi), 1200 nits HDR |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP f/1.6 Fusion camera (24 & 48 MP photos), 4K video |
| Front Camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/1.9, 4K video, Face ID |
| Housing | Aluminum with Ceramic Shield, IP68 dust/water-resistant |
| Colors | Matte White, Matte Black |
| USB Support | USB-C (USB 2.0, 480 Mbps) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax, 2×2 MIMO), Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, no Wi-Fi 7 |
| SIM Type | Dual eSIM only – no physical nano-SIM |
| 5G/Cellular Bands | 5G NR (27 bands, no mmWave), LTE, GSM/EDGE, UMTS/HSPA+ |
| Battery | 4005 mAh, Lithium-Ion |
| Battery Life | 90 hrs audio, 26 hrs video, 21 hrs streamed video |
| Charging | USB-C fast charging (50% in 30 min with 20W+), Qi wireless charging (7.5W) |
| OS | Pre-installed iOS 18.3.1, supports iOS 26 & Apple Intelligence |
| Audio Codecs | AAC, MP3, ALAC, FLAC, Dolby Digital/Plus, Atmos |
| Video Codecs | HEVC, H.264, AV1, 4K HDR AirPlay support |
| Accessories | USB-C Charge Cable (1 m); no charger or headphones |
| Dimensions (inches) | 5.78 x 2.82 x 0.31 |
| Weight | 5.88 oz (167 g) |
| Original Price (US) | $599 (128 GB), $699 (256 GB), $899 (512 GB) |
Unique Features of the iPhone 16e (A3212)
- New Action Button replaces mute switch, adding custom control.
- No MagSafe or Qi2 – only Qi charging supported.
- USB-C port replaces Lightning for all sync and charge tasks.
- Fusion Camera System delivers flagship-quality 48 MP images with Smart HDR.
- Better battery life than iPhone SE 3 and even iPhone 14, thanks to A18 efficiency.
iPhone 16e vs iPhone SE 3 – Key Upgrades
| Feature | iPhone SE 3 | iPhone 16e |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 4.7″ LCD | 6.1″ OLED |
| Processor | A15 | A18 |
| Rear Camera | 12 MP | 48 MP |
| Face ID | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| SIM Support | nano-SIM | Dual eSIM only |
| Charging Port | Lightning | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (Qi) | Yes (Qi only) |
| MagSafe | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Price Start | $429 | $599 |
