Apple iPhone SE (2022)
Updated May 2026
- Network5G / LTE / HSPA
- Display—
- Camera—
- Memory256 GB
- Battery3.88 V 7.82 W⋅h (2018 mA⋅h) Built-in rechargeable non-removable Lithium‑ion battery
- OSOriginal: iOS 15.4<br />
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The third-generation iPhone SE is a smartphone designed and developed by Apple. It is part of the 15th generation of the iPhone, alongside the iPhone 13 and 13 Mini and iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max models. Apple announced the third-generation iPhone SE on March 8, 2022, as the successor to the second-generation iPhone SE of 2020. Pre-orders began on March 11, 2022, and the phone was released afterwards on March 18, 2022. It was released with a starting price of US$429, a $30 increase over its predecessor.
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Key specifications
| OS | Original: iOS 15.4<br /> |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic |
| RAM | 4 GB LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 64, 128, or 256GB NVMe |
| Display | 4.7 in True Tone Retina HD display with IPS technology, pixel resolution (326 ppi), 1400:1 contrast ratio (typical), 625 nits max brightness (typical), with dual-ion exchange-strengthened glass and Force Touch Haptic Touch |
| Battery | 3.88 V 7.82 W⋅h (2018 mA⋅h) Built-in rechargeable non-removable Lithium‑ion battery |
| Charging | Lightning connector (fast-charge capable up to 18 W), or Qi wireless charging |
| Weight | 144 g |
| Dimensions | 138.4xx67.3xx7.3 |
Design and display
The Apple iPhone SE (2022) features a modern display measuring 138.4xx67.3xx7.3. Display details: 4.7 in True Tone Retina HD display with IPS technology, pixel resolution (326 ppi), 1400:1 contrast ratio (typical), 625 nits max brightness (typical), with dual-ion exchange-strengthened glass and Force Touch Haptic Touch. The handset weighs 144 g and is built in a Slate form factor.
Performance
Powering the Apple iPhone SE (2022) is the Apple A15 Bionic system-on-chip. It ships with 4 GB LPDDR4X RAM of RAM. Storage options: 64, 128, or 256GB NVMe.
Battery and charging
The Apple iPhone SE (2022) packs a 3.88 V 7.82 W⋅h (2018 mA⋅h) Built-in rechargeable non-removable Lithium‑ion battery battery. Charging support: Lightning connector (fast-charge capable up to 18 W), or Qi wireless charging.
Connectivity
Network support: GSM, CDMA, 3G, EVDO, HSPA+, 4G LTE, 5G NR. Connectivity options include Near-field communication (NFC), Lightning connector, Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Voice over LTE (VoLTE), Wi‑Fi calling, GPS, GNSS, Express Cards with power reserve. SIM configuration: Nano-SIM and eSIM.
Rating breakdown
Editorial scores per criterion (out of 10).
Full specifications
NETWORK | |
|---|---|
| Technology | GSM, CDMA, 3G, EVDO, HSPA+, 4G LTE, 5G NR |
LAUNCH | |
| Status | Available. Released 2022 |
BODY | |
| Dimensions | 138.4xx67.3xx7.3 |
| Weight | 144 g |
| SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM |
| Build | Slate |
DISPLAY | |
| Type | 4.7 in True Tone Retina HD display with IPS technology, pixel resolution (326 ppi), 1400:1 contrast ratio (typical), 625 nits max brightness (typical), with dual-ion exchange-strengthened glass and Force Touch Haptic Touch |
PLATFORM | |
| OS | Original: iOS 15.4<br /> |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic |
MEMORY | |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 64, 128, or 256GB NVMe |
SOUND | |
| Loudspeaker | Stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
COMMS | |
| WLAN | Near-field communication (NFC), Lightning connector, Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Voice over LTE (VoLTE), Wi‑Fi calling, GPS, GNSS, Express Cards with power reserve |
| Bluetooth | 5.x, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| NFC | Yes |
FEATURES | |
| Sensors | Fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
BATTERY | |
| Charging | Lightning connector (fast-charge capable up to 18 W), or Qi wireless charging |
| Battery Type | 3.88 V 7.82 W⋅h (2018 mA⋅h) Built-in rechargeable non-removable Lithium‑ion battery |