Compare the Apple iPhone SE 2020 to the Apple iPhone SE (2016)
Apple iPhone SE 2020 and SE (2016) no longer available
Apple released a new version of the Apple iPhone SE in 2022. The older models, which are the Apple iPhone SE 2 and the SE (2016), aren't available anymore.
Comparison Apple iPhone SE 2 and Apple iPhone SE (2016)
| Apple iPhone SE 2 | Apple iPhone SE (2016) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Screen | 4.7-inch LCD Retina HD screen | 4-inch Retina screen | |
| Processor | A13 chip | A9 chip | |
| Rear camera | 12-megapixel wide-angle camera | 12-megapixel camera | |
| Front camera | 7-megapixel camera | 1.2-megapixel camera | |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No | |
| Colors | Black, silver, RED | Space Gray, silver, gold, rose gold | |
| Storage capacity | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB | 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB |
Design
Apple iPhone SE: rounded, glass back
The design of Apple iPhone SE (2nd generation) is different from its predecessor. The new model Apple iPhone SE has a rounded design and the LCD screen is 4.7 inches larger than its predecessor. The back is made of glass, so you can now also charge iPhone SE wirelessly. The home button has remained, so you can still unlock iPhone SE (2nd generation) with Touch ID. The new model, unlike its predecessor, is water-resistant up to 1 meter deep and up to 30 minutes.
Apple iPhone SE (2016): angular, aluminum
The previous generation Apple iPhone SE from 2016 has an angular design, making the device less comfortable in your hand. The back of the older iPhone SE model is made of aluminum. iPhone SE (2016) doesn't support wireless charging. The lock button on iPhone SE (2016) is still on top of the device. This button is on the side of the newer iPhone models.
Camera
Apple iPhone SE 2: 12MP wide-angle lens
The 2nd generation iPhone SE 2 only has 1 camera of 12 megapixels, but the camera was improved a lot. Apple chose a wide-angle camera for the iPhone SE 2, and the model has a portrait mode. That's familiar from the iPhone 7 Plus and newer. This way, your subject is sharp in the photo and the background is blurry. With the iPhone SE (2nd generation), you can take the nicest selfies, because the 7MP camera at the front of the iPhone SE 2 also has the portrait mode.
Apple iPhone SE (2016): 12-megapixel camera
The Apple iPhone SE from 2016 also has a 12-megapixel camera. The True Tone flash next to the camera ensures that your subject is always visible in your photos, even if your environment is dark. The 1.2-megapixel camera on the front of the iPhone SE (2016) is of lesser quality compared to its successor. In addition, the iPhone SE (2016) doesn't have the portrait function.
Processor
Apple iPhone SE 2: A13 chip
The chip that powers the iPhone SE 2 has gotten a nice upgrade. The new version ahs the same A13 chip as the Apple iPhone 11 series. This way, your apps launch very fast and you can play games via Apple Arcade without slowing down.
Apple iPhone SE (2016): A9 chip
The previous model, the iPhone SE (2016), has an A9 chip. This chip is a lot less powerful than the A13 chip of the second generation Apple iPhone SE. Apps load a little slower and videos may be a little less smooth on the iPhone SE (2016).
Color and storage
Apple iPhone SE 2: 3 colors, 3 storage capacities
For the new version of Apple iPhone SE, Apple has chosen 3 colors: black, silver, and the well-known Apple RED. With the new version, Apple has limited the storage capacities to 3 options: 64GB, 128GB, or 256GB. With the new version, Apple has said goodbye to the storage capacities of 16GB and 32GB and created more space with 256GB.
Apple iPhone SE (2016): 4 colors, 4 storage capacities
The Apple iPhone SE from 2016 is available in 4 different colors, silver, gold, rose gold, and Space Gray. The iPhone SE (2016) also has 4 options in storage capacity: 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB.
Conclusion
The name of the Apple iPhone SE 2 is almost the same as its predecessor, but the device has changed a lot. For example, the Apple iPhone SE (2nd generation) has a new design and a slightly bigger screen. The chip in the new version is very fast, so your apps launch quickly and games and videos don't slow down. Thanks to the improved camera with portrait mode, you can take the nicest photos of your pet or yourself. The Apple iPhone SE 2 is a powerhouse with the familiar Apple look, without too many extras.
