The C1 modem on the iPhone 16e is not highly rated for its speed and stability when connecting to 5G (Photo: Apple).
Launched last February, the iPhone 16e - an iPhone model positioned by Apple in the "low-cost" segment - is the first device to use a 5G modem developed by the company called Apple C1.
This is considered an important step to help Apple gradually master mobile network technology, reduce production costs and reduce dependence on outside partners.
Previously, all Apple mobile devices such as iPhone and iPad used 5G modems provided by Qualcomm. The integration of the C1 modem on the iPhone 16e is considered by technology experts as a test for Apple to evaluate its effectiveness before expanding to other product lines in the future.
However, the actual performance of the C1 modem seems to fall short of expectations. A new report published by Cellular Insights - an organization specializing in analyzing mobile network technologies such as LTE and 5G - shows that the C1 modem is far behind in speed when compared to two Android smartphones using Qualcomm Snapdragon X75 and X80 modems.
Specifically, in real-world tests in New York City (USA) with T-Mobile's 5G network, two unnamed Android models priced at $619 and $799 respectively outperformed the iPhone 16e (starting price $599 in the US).
According to Cellular Insights, when connected indoors - an environment that often causes signal degradation - Android devices achieved 35% faster download speeds and up to 91% faster upload speeds than the iPhone 16e.
In addition, during 5G usage, the iPhone 16e was also recorded to experience abnormal heat increase, although it is not clear whether this factor affects network performance or not.
Cellular Insights commented: "Devices using Qualcomm modems have a clear advantage over the iPhone 16e, especially for users who value a stable and high-speed 5G network experience."
At the time of the C1 modem's launch, Apple did not disclose details about network performance, but only emphasized the advantage of energy saving. The company claimed that this was the most energy-efficient 5G modem ever, helping to extend the battery life of the iPhone 16e - which has a low-capacity battery.
According to analysts, Apple will continue to improve its self-developed modem. The next generations such as Apple C2 and C3 are expected to focus on improving connection speed and stability. It is expected that the iPhone 17, which will be launched in September, will be the first device to integrate the latest Apple C2 modem.
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