The Geekbench score for the new iPhone 16e is out, showcasing how its binned A18 chip compares to the standard iPhone 16. This binned chip has fewer GPU cores, which accounts for a dip in performance.
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The iPhone 16e hit 24,188 points in the Geekbench 6 Metal benchmarks. This is about 15% lower than the scores for the pricier iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. The lower score is mostly due to its 4-core GPU setup, while the CPU remains at 6 cores—a configuration similar to its siblings.
Binned chips are often used in the industry. They help save resources by repurposing chips that have disabled parts, allowing companies to offer different versions of their products at varying prices.
Even with a less powerful GPU, the iPhone 16e is likely to perform well, especially for its starting price of $599. The device has 8GB of RAM, which aligns with Apple’s standards and runs on iOS 18.3.1.
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More benchmarks and real-world tests will help clarify how the lower GPU performance affects daily use and gaming. Pre-orders for the iPhone 16e start at 5 a.m. Pacific Time today, with the official launch on February 28 in 59 locations.
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