Android Phones With Qualcomm Modems Beat iPhone 16e in 5G Speed

Qualcomm-powered Android phones outperform iPhone 16e in 5G speed tests—see which models lead in connectivity and why it matters.
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Android Phones With Qualcomm Modems Beat iPhone 16e in 5G Speed
If you're searching for the fastest 5G smartphones in 2025 , the latest data shows that Android phones with Qualcomm modems clearly lead the pack—especially when compared to Apple's new iPhone 16e . According to a third-party study by Cellular Insights, Android devices powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X75 and X80 modems significantly outperformed the iPhone 16e, which uses Apple’s first custom-designed C1 modem , across a wide range of real-world 5G scenarios.                       Image : Google The study was conducted on T-Mobile's sub-6GHz 5G network in New York City, testing devices in diverse environments including indoor spaces where 5G performance typically dips. The findings revealed a consistent advantage for Qualcomm-equipped Android phones, with up to 35% faster download speeds and an impressive 91% boost in upload speeds over the iPhone 16e. These results have major implications for anyone looking to purchase a new smartphone with top-tier wireless performance . W…