Is the iPhone SE 2020 still worth buying?

If you want a small iPhone with Touch ID and fast everyday performance, yes. If you need long battery life, a big screen or 5G, a newer model fits better.

How does it compare with the iPhone SE 2022?

The 2022 model adds 5G and a newer chip but keeps the same 4.7-inch screen, home button and single camera. The 2020 version is the cheaper way into the same design.

How long does the battery last?

Apple rates it for about 13 hours of video playback. Real use varies, and heavy users often need a charge during the day.

Does it support wireless charging?

Yes, it charges wirelessly with Qi pads and also over Lightning. Fast charging needs a compatible adapter sold separately.

Is it water resistant?

It has an IP67 rating, so it survives splashes and brief immersion in shallow water. It is not designed for swimming.

What comes in the box?

Expect the phone and a charging cable. Earphones and a power adapter are not included.

Where is the iPhone SE 2020 White 64GB (Unlocked) cheapest?

At Plug, for $134.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the iPhone SE 2020 White 64GB (Unlocked)?

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2,565 ratings.

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iPhone SE 2020 White 64GB (Unlocked)

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iPhone SE 2020 White 64GB (Unlocked)

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Our take on the iPhone SE 2020 White 64GB (Unlocked)

The iPhone SE 2020 is Apple's compact budget phone: a 4.7-inch LCD with a home button and Touch ID, wrapped around the same A13 Bionic chip used in the iPhone 11. It keeps the small, light body (148 g, 7.3 mm) and IP67 water resistance, with a single 12MP rear camera that shoots 4K at 60fps. It suits people who want a small, fast iPhone with a fingerprint reader rather than Face ID. Against newer rivals it gives up screen size, battery life and night photography, but its chip still feels quick for everyday apps.

Best forBuyers who want a small, light iPhonePeople who prefer Touch ID over Face IDBudget shoppers who want Apple's app and update supportLight users: calls, messaging, maps, photos

Pros

A13 Bionic chip is fast for everyday apps and games
Compact 148 g body with a physical home button
Touch ID fingerprint unlock
IP67 water and dust resistance
4K video at 60fps from the 12MP rear camera

Cons

4.7-inch 1,334 × 750 LCD looks dated next to larger, sharper screens
Battery is modest: about 13 hours of video playback
Single rear camera with no night mode
No 5G
Charging is slow unless you buy a fast charger separately

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What reviewers say

4.9 / 52,565 ratings

Owners rate it very highly, mostly for its speed, small size and the return of Touch ID. Common complaints are battery life and the older screen and camera hardware.

What people mention

PerformancePraisedOwners say the A13 chip keeps apps and games running smoothly.
SizePraisedReviewers like the small, light body that works one-handed.
Touch IDPraisedBuyers value the fingerprint reader as an alternative to Face ID.
BatteryCriticisedHeavy users report the battery runs down fast and needs a midday charge.
DisplayCriticisedReviewers call the 4.7-inch LCD low-resolution with thick bezels.
CameraMixedDaylight photos are good, but low-light shots lack a night mode.

About the iPhone SE 2020 White 64GB (Unlocked)

This is the 2020 Apple iPhone SE in white with 64GB of storage.

The phone is IP67-rated for water resistance. It has a 12-megapixel rear camera that records 4K video at 60fps, and a 7-megapixel front camera. It can charge to 50% in 30 minutes.

Brand: Apple
Model: iPhone SE 2020
Color: White
Storage: 64GB
Display size: 4.7-inch
Resolution: 1,334 × 750 pixels
Rear camera: 12-megapixel sensor
Front camera: 7-megapixel
Video recording: 4K at 60fps
Battery: Up to 13 hours of video playback
Fast charging: 50% in 30 minutes
Water resistance: IP67-rated
Weight: 148 grams
Thickness: 7.3mm

Specifications

Display size: 4.7-inchSource
Display resolution: 1,334 × 750 pixelSource
Weight: 148 gramsSource
Thickness: 7.3mmSource
Water resistance

Questions and answers

Is the iPhone SE 2020 still worth buying?: If you want a small iPhone with Touch ID and fast everyday performance, yes. If you need long battery life, a big screen or 5G, a newer model fits better.
How does it compare with the iPhone SE 2022?: The 2022 model adds 5G and a newer chip but keeps the same 4.7-inch screen, home button and single camera. The 2020 version is the cheaper way into the same design.
How long does the battery last?: Apple rates it for about 13 hours of video playback. Real use varies, and heavy users often need a charge during the day.
Does it support wireless charging?: Yes, it charges wirelessly with Qi pads and also over Lightning. Fast charging needs a compatible adapter sold separately.
Is it water resistant?: It has an IP67 rating, so it survives splashes and brief immersion in shallow water. It is not designed for swimming.
What comes in the box?: Expect the phone and a charging cable. Earphones and a power adapter are not included.
Where is the iPhone SE 2020 White 64GB (Unlocked) cheapest?: At Plug, for $134.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the iPhone SE 2020 White 64GB (Unlocked)?: Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 2,565 ratings.