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iPhone 7 vs iPhone SE (1st generation)

19 source-backed differences · 8 fields the same. Official sources below.

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iPhone SE (1st generation) has advantages in design & dimensions; the verified fields are otherwise comparable.

Top Differences

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Display size4.7 in → 4 in
ChipA10 Fusion → A9
Weight138 g → 113 g
Storage options32 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB → 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB
Audio playback hours40 → 50

What Changed

Deterministic differences from the verified structured records.

Display sizeDifferent, with no automatic winner

4.7 in compared with 4 in

ChipDifferent, with no automatic winner

A10 Fusion compared with A9

WeightiPhone SE (1st generation)

138 g compared with 113 g

Storage optionsDifferent, with no automatic winner

32 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB compared with 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB

Audio playback hoursDifferent, with no automatic winner

40 compared with 50

Full Comparison

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✓27 registry fields

FieldiPhone 7iPhone SE (1st generation)Why it matters
Front cameraMinor difference1 official source7 MPUnknownFront camera changes affect selfies and video calls.
ApertureMarginal difference2 official sourcesƒ/2.2 apertureƒ/2.4 apertureNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
TypeMarginal difference2 official sources7MP camera1.2-megapixel photosNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 7iPhone SE (1st generation)Why it matters
Display sizeMarginal difference2 official sources4.7 in4 inMore screen space changes reading and media comfort.
ResolutionMarginal difference2 official sources1334-by-750-pixel resolution at 326 ppi1136-by-640-pixel resolution at 326 ppiNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
TechnologyMarginal difference2 official sourcesRetina HD displayRetina displayNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 7iPhone SE (1st generation)Why it matters
ChipMarginal difference2 official sourcesA10 FusionA9Newer silicon generally extends performance headroom.
FieldiPhone 7iPhone SE (1st generation)Why it matters
WeightMarginal difference2 official sources138 g113 gWeight affects long sessions and one-handed comfort.
Depth mmMarginal difference2 official sources7.17.6No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Height mmMarginal difference2 official sources138.3123.8No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Width mmMarginal difference2 official sources67.158.6No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ColorsMarginal difference1 official sourceBlackUnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 7iPhone SE (1st generation)Why it matters
Storage optionsMarginal difference2 official sources32 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GBAvailable capacities determine local media and app headroom.
ContentsMarginal difference2 official sourcesiPhone with iOS 12, EarPods with Lightning Connector, Lightning to USB Cable, USB Power Adapter, DocumentationiPhone with iOS 11, EarPods with 3.5 mm Headphone Plug, Lightning to USB Cable, USB Power Adapter, DocumentationNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
RatingMarginal difference1 official sourceRated IP67 (maximum depth of 1 meter up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529UnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ListMarginal difference2 official sourcesTouch ID fingerprint sensor, Barometer, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensorTouch ID fingerprint sensor, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensorNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 7iPhone SE (1st generation)Why it matters
Audio playback hoursMarginal difference2 official sources4050No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 7iPhone SE (1st generation)Why it matters
NfcMarginal difference1 official sourceYesUnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
WifiMarginal difference2 official sources802.11ac Wi-Fi with MIMO802.11ac Wi-FiNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.

What’s the same

Video playback13 hours
Main camera12 MP
BluetoothBluetooth 4.2
U.S. SIMNano-SIM
CellularLTE
ConnectorLightning
ReleaseYear2016
OsiOS

Which should you buy?

iPhone SE (1st generation) leads in Design; the two are otherwise comparable.

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    DESIGN & DIMENSIONS · iPhone SE (1st generation)

    Leads in design.

    DISPLAY · Comparable

    Comparable across display.

    PERFORMANCE · Comparable

    Comparable across performance.

    OTHER · Comparable

    Comparable across other.

    BATTERY · Comparable

    Comparable across battery.

    REAR CAMERAS · Comparable

    Comparable across camera.

    CONNECTIVITY · Comparable

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    FIELD-LEVEL PROVENANCE

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