IPhone 17e vs IPhone 16e: Wait before buying a budget iPhone, will Apple’s new model be able to get value for your money? Know the big changes

News India Live, Digital Desk: If you are a fan of Apple’s affordable iPhone, then a stir has started in the market. Apple has introduced iPhone 17e, creating a new explosion in its most popular budget segment. But is it really different from its older incarnation, the iPhone 16e, or just an upgrade in name? Come, let us know every truth from price to performance that you need to know before purchasing. Design is the same but strength is new: What has changed in iPhone 17e? At first glance, you will not feel much difference between iPhone 17e and 16e. Both come with a 6.1-inch compact display and the old notch design. But the real game is inside. This time Apple has not compromised on the features even with the ‘affordable’ tag. While the screen protection of iPhone 16e was normal, the new Ceramic Shield 2 has been given in iPhone 17e, which makes it 3 times stronger than before. Processor battle: A19 vs A18 chipset. Talking about performance, iPhone 17e wins directly. Apple’s latest A19 chip has been installed in it, which not only makes the phone super fast but also prevents the phone from heating up during heavy gaming and multitasking. At the same time, the A18 chip of the iPhone 16e is now starting to look a bit old, especially if you want to make full use of Apple’s new AI features. Big surprise of storage: The era of 128GB is gone! Apple has removed the biggest complaint of the users this time. Only the base model of the iPhone 17e starts with 256GB of storage. In comparison, the iPhone 16e started with only 128GB, which falls short for high-quality photos and videos in today’s times. Connectivity and Battery: The speed of 5G is now faster. The new model is also far ahead in terms of internet speed. The new C1X 5G modem installed in it claims to provide twice the speed as compared to the old model. Plus, thanks to better power management, you now get up to 4 hours more video playback time than the 16e. This means that now the tension of finding a charger again and again while traveling is over! Price Mathematics: Will the iPhone 17e be heavy on your pocket? There is a slight difference in the prices, but there is a big difference in the value you get. iPhone 17e: The starting price is around ₹ 64,900 (with 256GB variant). iPhone 16e: Its price has now come down to around ₹ 47,900. Our verdict: If your budget is a little less and you If you’re happy with 128GB, the iPhone 16e now becomes a great deal. But if you want a phone that runs superfast for the next 4-5 years and has no shortage of storage, then it would be wise to spend a little more for the iPhone 17e.