After the launch of the 3rd generation iPhone SE at the Apple Event “Peek performance” on March 8, 2022, let’s compare and see the strengths, details of the previous model and the latest model in the family. How are the iPhone SE different?
Compare iPhone SE 3rd Generation How is it different from iPhone SE 2nd Generation?
byA clear overview of the differencesThe iPhone SE, the 3rd generation, comes with the latest power in the chip. A15 bionic chip (a chip that was released with the iPhone 13) and in part 2 colors, 1 new capacity in addition to the iPhone SE 2nd generation as well iPhone SE 3 also supports 5G signal.
| iPhone SE 3rd Generation | iPhone SE 2nd Generation | |
| color | Midnight, Starlight, PRODUCT RED | Black, White, PRODUCT RED |
| Starting price ฿ | 15,900 | 14,900 |
| screen | 4.7” Retina HD | 4.7” Retina HD |
| Support 5G signal | ✅ | ❌ |
| processing chip | A15 Bionic | A13 Bionic |
| Video playback time | up to 15 hours | up to 13 hours |
| Touch ID | ✅ | ✅ |
| front glass back | ✅ | ✅ |
| IP67 water resistant | ✅ | ✅ |
| capacity | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB | 64GB, 128GB |
| Support MagSafe | ❌ | ❌ |
The screens are the same for both models.
As for the screen, the iPhone SE 3 and iPhone SE 2 both have the same design and specs. according to this detail
- Retina HD display
- 4.7-inch widescreen LCD with IPS technology
- Resolution 1334 x 750 pixels at 326 ppi
- Contrast Ratio 1,400:1 (typical)
- True Tone display
- Wide color display (P3)
- vibrating tap
- Maximum brightness 625 nits (typical)
iPhone SE 3rd generation is lighter (a little)!
The size ratio of both models remains the same at : 138.4 mm X 67.3 mm X 7.3 mm (Height X Width X Thickness)
the difference is The 3rd generation iPhone SE is lighter than the 2nd generation iPhone SE (4g).
- iPhone SE 3 : 144 grams
- iPhone SE 2 : 148 grams
(expected to reduce the weight from the switch to the A15 Bionic chip)
This results in a difference in the processor chip.
With the A15 processor chip, it can be used more quickly.
Graphics are 1.2 times faster than the previous version, launch apps faster, allowing for better photography and photo editing.
| iPhone SE 3rd Generation | iPhone SE 2nd Generation | |
| processing chip | A15 Bionic | A13 Bionic |
| CPU | 6-Core (2-core performance, 4-core energy-saving) | 6-Core (2-core performance, 4-core energy-saving) |
| GPU | 4 Core | 4 Core |
power and battery
The difference is more obvious than Lighter weight (a little)! That is, in terms of energy consumption.
Compared to the data, the iPhone SE 3 can play videos for 2 hours longer than the original model.
| iPhone SE 3rd Generation | iPhone SE 2nd Generation | |
| Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery | ✅ | ✅ |
| Qi wireless charging | ✅ | ✅ |
| play video | up to 15 hours | up to 13 hours |
| Play video (via stream) | up to 10 hours | up to 8 hours |
| play sound | up to 50 hours | up to 40 hours |
| Charge up to 50% in 30 minutes (with a 20W adapter or higher). | ✅ | ✅ |
Camera specs are the same additional functions
In terms of front camera and rear camera specifications, both models have the same specifications, butUsing the A15 Bionic chip allows the iPhone SE 3 to use other functions. more can come up
| iPhone SE 3rd Generation | iPhone SE 2nd Generation | |
| front camera | 7MP, FaceTime HD (ƒ/2.2) | 7MP, FaceTime HD (ƒ/2.2) |
| back camera | 12 MP wide single camera (ƒ/1.8) | 12 MP wide single camera (ƒ/1.8) |
| Deep Fusion | ✅ | ❌ |
| Optical Image Stabilization | ✅ | ✅ |
| Digital zoom up to 5x | ✅ | ✅ |
| True Tone flash with slow sync feature | ✅ | ✅ |
| Portrait Mode with Realistic Bokeh and Depth Control | ✅ | ✅ |
| Portrait Lighting with 6 effects (Natural Light, Studio Light, Contour Light, Stage Light, Stage Mono Light, High Key Mono Light) | ✅ | ✅ |
| Smart HDR 4 for photos | ✅ | ❌ |
| “Photo Style” feature | ✅ | ❌ |
| 1080p slow motion video support at 120 fps | ✅ | ❌ |
| QuickTake | ✅ | ✅ |
Using the video recorder
The video recording of the iPhone SE 3 has the same details from the iPhone SE 2.
- Record 4K video at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps.
- Record HD 1080p video at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps.
- Slow motion video support in 1080p resolution at 120 fps or 240 fps
- time lapse video with image stabilization
- stereo recording
Should I upgrade from iPhone SE 2 to iPhone SE 3 or not?
iPhone SE 2 was released in 2020 (counting a period of 2 years). If you are someone who likes the design and size of the iPhone SE family and still wants to experience the familiarity of Touch ID, then
iPhone SE 3 can be considered an interesting option. with the matter of Longer battery life, the latest A15 Bionic processor, and 5G support make communication smoother. and even better
Unfortunately for the disciples “Green pulls money” because the new shades that were launched at the Apple Event “Peek performance” are only available for the iPhone 13 Series.
Price and Availability
The selling price of the iPhone SE 3 is as follows:
- 64GB Price ฿15,900
- 128GB Price ฿17,900
- 256GB Price ฿21,900
As for the release date, Apple will be available to pre-order beginning at 9:00 AM on Friday, March 18, with availability on Friday March 25, 2022.
