Our Take
A great $599 value. We love the 256GB base storage, A19 chip, and MagSafe addition, but dislike the 60Hz notched screen. Highly recommended for a reliable, multi-year upgrade.
Apple iPhone 17e Specs
General & Display
| Released | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 172 |
| Build Material | Ceramic Shield 2 front glass, aluminum frame, glass back |
| Colors | Black, White, Soft Pink |
| SIM Structure | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Durability Rating | IP68 |
| LCD Type | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| LCD Size | 6.1 inches, ~86.0% screen-to-body ratio |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 pixels at 460 ppi |
| Max Brightness | 2000 nits |
Cameras
| Rear Camera | 48MP Main (ƒ/1.6), 26mm, sensor-shift OIS |
|---|---|
| Rear Camera Features | Photonic Engine, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 5, 2x Optical-quality Telephoto crop, 4K video at 60fps |
| Front Camera | 12MP (ƒ/1.9), Autofocus, Focus Pixels, 4K video at 60fps |
Performance & Storage
| Operating System | iOS 19 (Upgradable to iOS 24+) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 (6-core CPU, up to 4.04 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple 4-core GPU |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB |
| SD Card Slot | No |
Network & Connectivity
| Network Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.3 |
Battery & Power
| Battery Capacity | 4005 mAh |
|---|---|
| Battery Life | 20 hours |
| Charging Time | 1.2 hours |
| Charging Port Type | USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
Features
| Sensors | Face ID, barometer, high-dynamic-range gyro, high-g accelerometer, proximity sensor, dual ambient light sensors |
|---|---|
| Face Recognition | Yes |
| NFC | Yes |
| Audio Jack | No |
