While prices of many older iPhone models have unexpectedly surged, the iPhone 16e is bucking the trend with widespread price reductions across Apple retailers.
Introduced to consumers in February 2025, this model has seen a price drop after more than six months on the market. The 128GB version is now available for 14.9 million VND, the lowest price since its launch. Compared to late Q3 2025, the iPhone 16e has decreased by 500,000 VND. Against its original retail price, it’s now 2.1 million VND cheaper.
Despite the increasingly attractive pricing, the iPhone 16e continues to struggle with sales. Retailers report that the device lacks appeal among Vietnamese consumers, who favor the iPhone 15 in the same price range due to its premium design, reliable performance, and stronger brand recognition.
Key Features of the iPhone 16e
Apple positions the iPhone 16e as the most affordable model in the iPhone 16 lineup. According to Apple Vietnam, its design and specifications are streamlined compared to the iPhone 16/16 Plus/16 Pro to optimize costs.
Size and Weight
Dimensions: 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.8 mm; Weight: Approximately 167g.
Display
6.1-inch OLED Super Retina XDR, 2,532 × 1,170 pixel resolution, 460 ppi pixel density.
Contrast ratio: 2,000,000:1 (standard). Peak brightness: 800 nits (standard); 1,200 nits (HDR). Features an oleophobic coating to resist fingerprints.
Processor
Powered by the Apple A18 chip with a 6-core CPU, 4-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine.
Camera
Dual-camera Fusion system: 48MP main (26 mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical stabilization, Hybrid Focus Pixels) with 24MP and 48MP ultra-high resolution options.
2x Telephoto: 12MP (52 mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical stabilization, Hybrid Focus Pixels). Up to 10x digital zoom.
Portrait mode with Depth Control. Six Portrait Lighting effects. Panorama up to 63MP.
12MP TrueDepth front camera with wide color capture for photos and Live Photos. Supports 4K Dolby Vision video at 24/25/30/60 fps and 1080p slo-mo at 120 fps.
Connectivity
Supports 5G, eSIM, and Wi-Fi 6 (no Wi-Fi 7 support on the 16e model).
Battery Life
Lithium-ion battery with up to 26 hours of video playback, 21 hours of streaming, and 90 hours of audio playback.
Fast charging: Up to 50% in 30 minutes with a 20W+ adapter (sold separately) and USB-C cable.
Materials and Water Resistance
Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front, IP68 rated (up to 6 meters for 30 minutes) for dust and water resistance.
Storage and Memory
Available in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage options. Reported 8GB RAM.
