iPhone 19e could bring 120Hz ProMotion technology to Apple's most affordable iPhone when it arrives in early 2028, according to a ZDNet Korea report. This would mark the first time Apple's entry-level e-series features a high-refresh-rate display, addressing a competitive gap against Android phones at similar price points.

The current iPhone 17e and upcoming iPhone 18e both use 60Hz LTPS TFT panels. The potential shift to LTPO technology in the 19e would enable dynamic refresh rate adjustment between 1Hz and 120Hz, matching the display tech used in Apple's premium iPhone models like the iPhone Air.

Apple's timeline depends on the development of next-generation LTPO+ display technology, which reportedly uses less power. The company plans to reserve LTPO+ for higher-end models in 2028, potentially freeing standard LTPO panels for more affordable iPhones. Apple has a history of testing display innovations in the Apple Watch before implementing them in iPhones.