Overall Score
44.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#3039)44.2
Performance(#4425)59.0
Camera(#1046)68.1
Display(#5781)55.4
Battery(#7216)16.3
Build(#132)94.7
Connectivity(#2144)64.4
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Apple iPhone SE features a compact design with dimensions of 123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm and a weight of 113 grams, constructed with a glass front and aluminum back.
- Its 4.0-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 640 x 1136 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 326 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Apple A9 chipset and a dual-core 1.84 GHz CPU, it delivers solid performance, supported by 2GB of RAM across various storage options from 16GB to 128GB.
- The rear camera boasts a 12 MP sensor capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the front-facing camera is 1.2 MP.
- Battery capacity stands at 1624 mAh, with no fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on iOS 9.3.2, upgradable to iOS 15.8.1, ensuring access to newer software features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone is available in multiple colors, including Space Gray and Rose Gold.
- It includes a headphone jack, which is becoming less common in modern smartphones.
- Overall, the iPhone SE combines a classic design with capable performance and a decent camera for its time.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016, March 31
Announced2016, March 21
DescriptionSupported LTE Networks
Display
Size4"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution640 x 1136 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
PPI640
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetApple A9 (14 nm)
CPUDual-core 1.84 GHz Twister
GPUPowerVR GT7600 (six-core graphics)
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/2.2, 29mm (standard), 1/3.0", 1.22µm, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR
Front Camera1.2 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard)
Front Camera FeaturesFace detection, HDR, panorama
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@120fps, 720p@240fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1624 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 1624 mAh, non-removable (6.21 Wh)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm (4.87 x 2.31 x 0.30 in)
Weight113 g
MaterialsGlass front (Corning-made glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsSpace Gray, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold
Foldable✗
SAR1.17 W/kg (head) 1.19 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, hotspot
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBLightning, USB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemiOS 9.3.2, upgradable to iOS 15.8.1
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass