Compare the refurbished iPhone 11 to the refurbished iPhone SE 2020
Comparison
- iOS updates until 2025
- Take wide photos with the wide-angle lens
- No Home button
- Doesn't fit well into your pocket
- iOS updates until 2025
- You can't take wide-angle photos
- Home button
- Fits well into your pocket
Compare the refurbished iPhone 11 to the refurbished iPhone SE 2020
| Refurbished iPhone 11 | Refurbished iPhone SE 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.1 inches | 4.7 inches |
| Cameras | Wide-angle lens and standard lens | Standard lens |
| iOS updates until | 2025 | 2025 |
| Unlock | Face ID | Touch ID |
| Home button | No | Yes |
Screen and size
Refurbished iPhone 11: sharp and large
The 6.1-inch screen of the iPhone 11 is a lot larger than that of the iPhone SE 2020. This way, it's difficult to control this iPhone with 1 hand. the screen also covers a larger part of the front of this iPhone. The Liquid Retina HD display is sharper than that of the iPhone SE 2020. That makes the refurbished iPhone 11 suitable if you like to watch movies and series.
Refurbished iPhone SE 2020: compact
The 4.7-inch screen of the iPhone SE 2020 is a lot more compact. This smartphone is also smaller. This allows you to easily control this refurbished iPhone with 1 hand. There are thick black bars at the top and bottom of the screen. The Retina HD display of the SE 2020 is less sharp than that of the iPhone 11. That makes this smartphone less suitable for movies and series.
Cameras
Refurbished iPhone 11: 2 cameras
The refurbished iPhone 11 has 2 rear cameras. It has a regular camera and a wide-angle lens. With the standard camera, you can take sharp photos. This camera has the same quality as that of the iPhone SE 2020. With the wide-angle lens, you can take photos of large objects, like a building. The iPhone SE 2020 doesn't have this lens. The 12-megapixel selfie camera has optical image stabilization. This way, your photos look sharper and less blurry.
Refurbished iPhone SE 2020: 1 camera
The refurbished iPhone SE 2020 has 1 standard rear camera. This is just as good as that of the iPhone 11. You can take photos that are just as sharp. This iPhone doesn't have the wide-angle lens. The iPhone SE 2020 also has a 12-megapixel selfie camera, but it doesn't have optical image stabilization. That way, your selfies might look a bit blurry. In all, the cameras of the iPhone SE 2020 aren't as good as those of the iPhone 11.
iOS updates
Both the refurbished iPhone 11 and the refurbished iPhone SE 2020 are expected to get their last iOS update in 2025. You'll have the latest iOS version until the next software update in 2026. Afterwards, you won't have access to the latest functions. You can still use these iPhone models like you're used to, but they're less secure.
Unlock
Refurbished iPhone 11: Face ID
You can unlock the refurbished iPhone 11 with Face ID. You can store your face scan and the selfie camera recognizes you when you look at it. This allows you to easily unlock this iPhone. With the face scan, you can also approve payments you do with you iPhone. This iPhone doesn't have a Home button or Touch ID. That means you can't unlock it with your fingerprint.
Refurbished iPhone SE 2020: Touch ID
You can unlock the refurbished iPhone SE 2020 with Touch ID. The fingerprint sensor sits underneath the Home button of this iPhone. You can store the print of one or more of your fingers. By holding your finger on the sensor, you can easily unlock your iPhone SE 2020. You can also use your fingerprint instead of a password or PIN. You can't unlock this refurbished smartphone with a face scan.
Battery
Refurbished iPhone 11: lasts longer
The 3110mAh battery of the iPhone 11 is a lot larger than that of the iPhone SE 2020. You can play up to 17 hours of videos. If you only use it for social media or WhatsApp, it lasts longer. The iPhone 11 has a longer battery life than the iPhone SE 2020. In terms of battery life, this iPhone is the best choice. This iPhone supports fast charging and wireless charging, just like the iPhone SE 2020.
Refurbished iPhone SE 2020: shorter battery life
The 1821mAh battery of the iPhone SE 2020 is smaller than that of the iPhone 11. You can play up to 13 hours of videos, which if a lot less than with the iPhone 11. If you don't play videos all the time, this iPhone does last a lot longer. This iPhone also supports fast charging and wireless charging.
Conclusion
Which of these 2 refurbished iPhone models suits you best depends on what you're looking for. Do you want a compact smartphone and do you like to have a Home button? Choose the iPhone SE 2020. If you find a bright screen and sharp cameras important, the iPhone 11 is the best option for you.
