iPhone SE (2020)

4.2

Experts rating

iPhone SE (2022)

3.9

Experts rating

iPhone SE (2020) vs iPhone SE (2022)

Short Description

iPhone SE (2020)

Screen size: 4.7" / Resolution: 750 x 1334 px / Main camera: 12 MP / Front camera: 7MP / RAM: 3GB / Battery power: 1821 mAh / Internal storage: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM

iPhone SE (2022)

Screen size: 4.7" / Resolution: 750 x 1334 px / Main camera: 12 MP / Front camera: 7MP / RAM: 4GB / Battery power: 2018 mAh / Has 5G support: ✔ / Internal storage: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM

Key Differences

iPhone SE (2020)

iPhone SE (2022)

iPhone SE (2020)

iPhone SE (2022)

How is iPhone SE (2022) better than iPhone SE (2020)?

Bigger battery capacity: 2018 mAh vs 1821 mAh

Faster CPU speed: 2 x 3.2 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz vs 2 x 2.65 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz

More RAM memory capacity in max option: 4GB vs 3GB

AnTuTu score is about 43% higher

Lighter: 144 g (5.08 ounces) vs 148 g (5.22 ounces)

The phone is 1 year and 10 months newer

Size Comparison

iPhone SE (2020)

iPhone SE (2022)

Height

138.4 mm
(5.45 inches)

Width

67.3 mm
(2.65 inches)

Thickness

7.3 mm
(0.29 inches)

Screen size

4.7"

Weight

148 g
(5.22 ounces)

4.7"

Height

138.4 mm
(5.45 inches)

Width

67.3 mm
(2.65 inches)

Thickness

7.3 mm
(0.29 inches)

Screen size

4.7"

Weight

144 g
(5.08 ounces)

Height

138.4 mm
(5.45 inches)

Width

67.3 mm
(2.65 inches)

Thickness

7.3 mm
(0.29 inches)

Screen size

4.7"

Weight

148 g
(5.22 ounces)

Height

138.4 mm
(5.45 inches)

Width

67.3 mm
(2.65 inches)

Thickness

7.3 mm
(0.29 inches)

Screen size

4.7"

Weight

144 g
(5.08 ounces)

3D comparison

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iPhone SE (2020)

iPhone SE (2022)

Expert Score

Score 4.2

Score 3.9

iPhone SE (2020)

iPhone SE (2022)

iPhone SE (2020)

iPhone SE (2022)

Score 4.2

Score 3.9

CNet

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TechRadar

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iPhone SE (2022)

IGN

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iPhone SE (2022)

Tom's Guide

iPhone SE (2020)

iPhone SE (2022)

PCMag

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iPhone SE (2022)

The Verge

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Benchmarks

AnTuTu Score

iPhone SE (2020)

802,421

iPhone SE (2022)

1,144,659 +42.65%

The score reflects a device's overall performance by summing up results from tests of RAM speed, CPU, and 2D/3D graphics.

CPU

iPhone SE (2020)

193,740

iPhone SE (2022)

264,978 +36.77%

Measures the performance of a device's processor, focusing on tasks such as computing power and multi-core efficiency.

GPU

iPhone SE (2020)

265,314

iPhone SE (2022)

376,457 +41.89%

Measures the graphical performance of a device's GPU, evaluating its ability to handle graphics-intensive tasks such as gaming and rendering.

Memory

iPhone SE (2020)

139,230

iPhone SE (2022)

201,571 +44.78%

Measures the performance of a device's memory (RAM), measuring its speed and efficiency in handling multitasking and data-intensive applications.

iPhone SE (2020)

204,137

iPhone SE (2022)

301,653 +47.77%

Measures the overall user experience performance of a device, including factors like system responsiveness, touch sensitivity, and app launching speed.

3DMark Wild Life benchmark

iPhone SE (2020)

6,872

iPhone SE (2022)

7,893 +14.86%

Is a cross-platform benchmark designed to test the graphical performance of devices under high GPU load.

3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark

iPhone SE (2020)

7,422

iPhone SE (2022)

9,491 +27.88%

Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance while eliminating the impact of screen resolution for more objective platform comparisons.

3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark

iPhone SE (2020)

1,768

iPhone SE (2022)

2,387 +35.01%

Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance under higher workloads with more detailed visuals, designed for powerful GPUs.

Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core

iPhone SE (2020)

2,768

iPhone SE (2022)

4,564 +64.88%

Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing in Geekbench 5.

Geekbench 5 · Single-Core

iPhone SE (2020)

1,321

iPhone SE (2022)

1,723 +30.43%

Measures the performance of a single processor core in a device, evaluating its efficiency in handling single-threaded tasks in Geekbench 5.

Battery Performance

iPhone SE (2020)

iPhone SE (2022)

16 h
40 min

17 h
41 min

Battery Life

2 h
32 min

1 h
18 min

Charging time

About Products

iPhone SE (2020)

The Apple iPhone SE (2020) combines classic design with powerful performance. Featuring the A13 Bionic chip, it delivers swift and responsive experiences, ideal for multitasking, gaming, and photography. The 4.7-inch Retina HD display provides vibrant colors and sharp visuals.

Its 12MP rear camera captures detailed photos with Smart HDR and 4K video recording capabilities, while the 7MP front camera supports high-quality selfies and FaceTime calls. Touch ID ensures secure and quick unlocking. With water and dust resistance, this compact device is both durable and easy to handle, making it perfect for those seeking a high-quality iPhone experience in a compact form factor.

iPhone SE (2022)

Apple iPhone SE (2022) is a compact and powerful device that offers an exceptional user experience. Its 4.7-inch Retina HD display is perfect for one-handed use, while the A15 Bionic chip delivers lightning-fast performance. The iPhone SE (2022) also features an advanced camera system, including a 12-megapixel wide-angle camera, for stunning photos and videos.

The device also boasts impressive battery life, ensuring that you stay connected and productive throughout the day. The device also comes with a range of security features, including Touch ID, to keep your information and data safe.

Apple iPhone SE (2022) is an excellent choice for those who want a powerful and compact smartphone. Its affordable price point also makes it a great option for those on a budget.

Technical Specifications

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Specs

iPhone SE (2020)

iPhone SE (2022)

Design

Weight

148 g (5.22 ounces)

144 g (5.08 ounces)

Thickness

7.3 mm (0.29 inches)

Width

67.3 mm (2.65 inches)

Height

138.4 mm (5.45 inches)

Is weather-sealed (splashproof)

✔

Ingress Protection (IP) rating

IP67

Waterproof depth rating

1 m

Volume

67.99 cm³

Is dustproof and water-resistant

✔

Color options

Black, White, Red

Midnight, Starlight, Red

Display

Screen size

4.7"

Display type

IPS, LCD

Pixel density

326 ppi

Resolution

750 x 1334 px

Refresh rate

60Hz

Brightness (typical)

670 nits

625 nits

Has branded damage-resistant glass

✔

Contrast ratio

1400:1

Has a touch screen

✔

Performance

Internal storage

64GB, 128GB, 256GB

RAM

3GB

4GB

CPU speed

2 x 2.65 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz

2 x 3.2 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz

GPU clock speed

1350 MHz

1200 MHz

Has integrated LTE

✔

Semiconductor size

7 nm

5 nm

Supports 64-bit

✔

Has integrated graphics

✔

OpenGL ES version

Uses big.LITTLE technology

✔

CPU threads

6 threads

Uses HMP

✔

Has TrustZone

✔

Maximum memory bandwidth

42.7 GB/s

L2 cache

8 MB

DDR memory version

Maximum memory amount

4GB

Front-end width

Release date

2020

2022

Has NX bit

✔

Number of transistors

8500 million

15000 million

L1 cache

192 KB

Memory channels

VFP version

Cameras

Main camera

12 MP

Front camera

7MP

Has built-in optical image stabilization

✔

Video recording (main camera)

2160 x 60 fps

Wide aperture (main camera)

f/1.8

Has a dual-tone LED flash

✔

Has a BSI sensor

✔

Has continuous autofocus when recording movies

✔

Has phase-detection autofocus for photos

✔

Supports slow-motion video recording

✔

Has a built-in HDR mode

✔

Has a flash

✔

Has manual exposure

✔

Optical zoom

Number of flash LEDs

Has a CMOS sensor

✔

Has manual ISO

✔

Has a serial shot mode

✔

Has manual focus

✔

Has a front camera

✔

Has manual white balance

✔

Shoots raw

✔

Has touch autofocus

✔

Can create panoramas in-camera

✔

Wide aperture (front camera)

f/2.2

Has timelapse function

✔

Operating system

Has clipboard warnings

✔

Has location privacy options

✔

Has camera/microphone privacy options

✔

Has dark mode

✔

Has Wi-Fi password sharing

✔

Has battery health check

✔

Has focus modes

✔

Can offload apps

✔

Has customizable notifications

✔

Supports instant markup

✔

Supports PiP and PaP

✔

More languages supported

Has sharing intents

✔

Has a child lock

✔

Supports widgets

✔

Tracks the current position of a mobile device

✔

Has Mail Privacy Protection

✔

Can block app tracking

✔

Blocks cross-site tracking

✔

Has on-device machine learning

✔

Has Live Text

✔

Has SharePlay

✔

Gets direct OS updates

✔

Has AirPlay

✔

Has Quick Start

✔

More languages supported

Has offline voice recognition

✔

The browser has word wrap

✔

Has voice commands

✔

Battery

Battery power

1821 mAh

2018 mAh

Has wireless charging

✔

Supports fast charging

✔

Charging speed

20W

Has a battery level indicator

✔

Has a rechargeable battery

✔

Battery life

15 hours

Audio

Has stereo speakers

✔

Number of microphones

Features

Has 5G support

✔

Wi-Fi version

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

Download speed

1024 MBits/s

7500 MBits/s

Upload speed

150 MBits/s

3000 MBits/s

USB version

Has NFC

✔

SIM cards

1 SIM, 1 eSIM

Has a fingerprint scanner

✔

Bluetooth version

Has a gyroscope

✔

Has GPS

✔

Has a compass

✔

Supports Wi-Fi

✔

Has a cellular module

✔

Has a barometer

✔

Supports Galileo

✔

Body SAR (US)

1.17W/kg

Head SAR (US)

1.16W/kg

Has an accelerometer

✔

Disclaimer! NFC, GSM network support, and some other specs can be different depending on the country.

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