Apple iPhone SE (2022)
$148Starting price · USMid-Range2022
7.4
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
4.7"
Display
12MP
Camera
2,018
mAh
4GB
Max RAM
20W
Charging
144g
Weight
Why This Phone
Mid-RangeThe Apple iPhone SE (2022) delivers exceptional flagship-class performance via its A15 Bionic chip at a heavily discounted entry price point, yielding very high value. However, its hardware is constrained by an older form factor featuring a small 60Hz LCD screen and a relatively limited battery capacity and single-camera system.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera6.8
Performance9.2
Battery6.2
Display6.5
Build7.5
Value8.3
Strengths
Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) chipset with strong AnTuTu and GeekBench benchmark performance
IP67 water resistance with glass front and back construction
Main camera features OIS and 4K video recording
Supports 5G connectivity and wireless charging
Weaknesses
Small 4.7-inch IPS LCD display with a 60Hz refresh rate and dated design
Modest 2018 mAh battery capacity with relatively slow charging speeds
Single-lens main camera setup lacks ultrawide or telephoto versatility
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