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Apple iPhone SE phone review — specs and Genze score

Apple iPhone SE Specifications

Supported LTE Networks

Apple

Released 2016, Mar 21

2 GB RAM · Apple A9 (14 nm)

  • 113g, 7.6mm thickness
  • iOS 9.3.2, up to iOS 15.8.5
  • 16GB/32GB/128GB storage, no card slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 3.2
Display 4.2
Performance 3.8
Camera 4.5
Body 5.6
Gaming 4
Software 9.7
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 4.6/10

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Quick specifications

4.0"

640x1136 pixels

12MP

2160p

2GB RAM

Apple A9

1624mAh

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4.6 /10
Performance 3.8/10
Battery 3.2/10
Display 4.2/10
Camera 4.5/10
Body 5.6/10
Gaming 4/10
Software 9.7/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
14 nm 1.84 GHz BT 4.2 2016

Updates 7 yr · No bloatware/ads

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - A1662, A1723
??? CDMA 800 / 1900 - A1662, A1723
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - A1662, A1723
??? CDMA2000 1xEV-DO - A1662, A1723
??? TD???SCDMA - A1723
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 29 - A1662
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - A1723
Speed HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Announced 2016, March 21. Released 2016, March 31
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm (4.87 x 2.31 x 0.30 in)
Weight 113 g (3.99 oz)
Build Glass front (Corning-made glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM
??? Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)
Type IPS LCD
Size 4.0 inches, 44.1 cm2 (~60.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 640 x 1136 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
OS iOS 9.3.2, upgradable to iOS 15.8.5
Chipset Apple A9 (14 nm)
CPU Dual-core 1.84 GHz Twister
GPU PowerVR GT7600 (six-core graphics)
Card slot No
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 2GB RAM
??? NVMe
Single 12 MP, f/2.2, 29mm (standard), 1/3.0", 1.22??m, PDAF
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@120fps, 720p@240fps
Single 1.2 MP, f/2.4, 31mm (standard)
Features Face detection, HDR, panorama
Video 720p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
??? 16-bit/44.1kHz audio
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes (Apple Pay only)
Radio No
USB Lightning, USB 2.0
Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 1624 mAh, non-removable (6.21 Wh)
Stand-by Up to 240 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 14 h (3G)
Colors Space Gray, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold
Models A1662, A1723, A1724, iPhone8,4
SAR 1.17 W/kg (head) 1.19 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.72 W/kg (head) 0.97 W/kg (body)
Price About 140 EUR
Performance Basemark OS II 2.0: 2163
Display Contrast ratio: 804:1 (nominal), 3.681 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 66dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 69dB
Audio quality Noise -93.0dB / Crosstalk -72.9dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 73h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Apple iPhone SE worth buying in 2026?

Apple iPhone SE is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of Apple iPhone SE?

Apple iPhone SE has a 1,624 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Apple iPhone SE have?

Apple iPhone SE features a 4.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Apple iPhone SE have?

Apple iPhone SE is available with 2 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Apple iPhone SE?

Genze rates Apple iPhone SE 4.6/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

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