Overall Score
74.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#573)74.3
Performance(#2275)79.1
Camera(#363)96.1
Display(#2512)75.8
Battery(#544)78.3
Build(#196)92.8
Connectivity(#1761)69.7
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Apple iPhone SE (2020)
Short Review
- The Apple iPhone SE (2020) features a compact design with dimensions of 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm and a weight of 148 grams, utilizing a glass front and back with an aluminum frame.
- Its 4.7-inch Retina IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 750 x 1334 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 326 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and refreshes at 60Hz.
- Powered by the Apple A13 Bionic chipset, it provides robust performance with a hexa-core CPU and a 4-core GPU, supported by 3GB of RAM across storage options of 64GB, 128GB, or 256GB.
- The rear camera features a 12 MP sensor with f/1.8 aperture, capable of 4K video recording and equipped with optical image stabilization, while the 7 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
- Battery capacity stands at 1821 mAh, supporting 18W wired and wireless charging.
- Running on iOS 13, it is upgradable to iOS 18.5, ensuring access to the latest software features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device has stereo speakers but lacks a headphone jack.
- Available in Black, White, and Red, it combines a classic design with modern performance capabilities.
- Overall, the iPhone SE (2020) is a solid choice for users seeking a compact device with strong specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, April 15
Announced2020, April 15
DescriptionVersions:A2296 (Global market)A2275 (USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands)A2298 (China)Also known as Apple iPhone SE2, Apple iPhone SE (2nd generation)
Display
Size4.7"
TypeRetina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ)
Resolution750 x 1334 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
PPI750
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionIon-strengthened glass
Performance
ChipsetApple A13 Bionic (7 nm+)
CPUHexa-core (2x2.65 GHz Lightning + 4x1.8 GHz Thunder)
GPUApple GPU (4-core graphics)
Memory64GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 3GB RAM, 256GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.8 (wide), PDAF, OIS
Main Camera FeaturesQuad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera7 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, OIS, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video1080p@30fps; gyro-EIS
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1821 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1821 mAh (6.91 Wh)
Charging Details18W wired, 50% in 30 min7.5W wireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm (5.45 x 2.65 x 0.29 in)
Weight148 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, White, Red
Foldable✗
SAR1.17 W/kg (head) 1.16 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBLightning, USB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemiOS 13, upgradable to iOS 18.5
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass, barometer