iPhone SE 2020: detailed specifications, price and reviews

The second generation iPhone SE is the first new iPhone of 2020. Its arrival was anticipated several months earlier. Doubt persisted, however, about the date of its appearance on the Apple site.

Apple's specialist analysts and various reports had initially counted on a presentation on stage during a spring keynote, something to which the Californian firm had accustomed us. But due to the Chinese coronavirus pandemic, Apple had no choice but to cancel the event to announce its new device via written press release.

Since Wednesday April 15, 2020, this new generation iPhone SE has been integrated into Apple's range of smartphones. It comes in through the small range however, or in any case that of the low price, indeed displaying a low price for a technical sheet which is nevertheless attractive. This is precisely what we will see in detail below.

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Design and case

For the record, the iPhone SE was released in 2016. It took the design of the iPhone 5, with a 4-inch diagonal screen, while the iPhone 7 was released the same year, then presenting a 4-inch screen. .7 inches diagonal. The iPhone SE was positioned as an entry-level model with a base price of €489 in France.

Well, in the same way as its predecessor, the new iPhone SE of 2020 takes many characteristics of an old model, including the design. It's the side of the iPhone 8 that we have to look at to see how similar the two terminals, iPhone 8 and iPhone SE 2020, are.

We are therefore entitled, for the new SE model, to a device with glass front and rear faces, held by an aluminum body. The box isidentical to that of the iPhone 8, to the nearest mm.So, the dimensions of the iPhone SE 2020 are as follows: 138.4 mm x 67.3 mm x 7.3 mm. The beast weighs 148 grams.

No Face ID, Lightning still present

At the front, we find the Touch ID on the lower edge, and the speaker and various sensors, including that of the camera, on the upper edge. On the back, the apple symbol is centered, unlike the iPhone 8, and only the iPhone mention is visible at the bottom of the device.

On the sides, we are still entitled to the classic power buttons, volume management and silent mode. On the bottom, there is a Lightning socket and the grilles for the stereo audio system.

In the end, we are a long way from the first iPhone SE of the name, as you will have noticed. 

Screen

The screen measures4.7 inches diagonal. It is an IPS Retina HD LCD panel. It integrates the following technologies: True Tone, wide P3 color gamut, as well as Haptic Touch simulating force feedback after prolonged pressing and allowing additional actions in iOS.

The resolution is 1334 x 750 pixels at 326 pixels per inch, for a contrast of 1400 to 1 and a maximum brightness of 625 nits.

Processor and RAM

To date, the amount of RAM remains unknown. It should be 3 GB according to the first information available. But only the first benchmarks will allow us to find out. For comparison, the iPhone X and XR are equipped with 3 GB of RAM, while the 11 and 11 Pro models have 4 GB.

On the CPU chip side, you have to count on this new iPhone SE 2020 on aA13 Bionic processor,also present on the iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max.

Autonomy

Apple guarantees autonomy equivalent to that of the iPhone 8, i.e. 13 hours of video playback, 8 hours of video streaming, 40 hours of audio playback. The first official reports mention 1,821 mAh regarding the battery capacity. In itself, this last figure does not mean much, only tests in real use conditions offer the best overview of the autonomy of the device.

The battery is compatible with Qi wireless charging and fast charging. With an adapter of 18 W or more (not included), it would be possible to recharge the iPhone SE 2020 up to 50% in less than 30 minutes, according to the device's technical sheet.

Connections

Wired connectivity is kept to a bare minimum, as on the recent iPad and iPhone. Thus, only the Lightning is present, with no jack port nearby. Moreover, AirPods Lightning headphones are provided in the box.

On the wireless side, the beast is Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi 6 compatible.

The photo and video capabilities of the iPhone SE 2020

Front camera

On the front, the iPhone SE has a photo sensor of7 megapixelsaperture ƒ/2.2 equipped with a Retina flash and capable of filming in 1080p at 30 fps. Portrait mode is there, with the 6 effects of the Portrait Lighting feature popular with selfie enthusiasts.

Rear camera

At the back of the case, while the 2019 iPhone 11s have 3 photo sensors, this model only includes one. The iPhone SE 2020's camera is still wide-angle with an ƒ/1.8 aperture, for photos of12 megapixels.  A True Tone LED flash with slow sync, Smart HDR and Portrait mode with Portrait Lighting are also included. In video, this camera can film in 4K at 60 fps, or in slow motion in 1080p at up to 240 fps.

Note that it is possible to take 8 megapixel photos during 4K video recording and to benefit from an optical stabilization function in video.

But still?

Note also the presence of eSIM technology, which offers the iPhone SE 2020 the possibility of usingtwo SIM cardssimultaneously, but also numerous sensors, accelerometer, barometer, ambient brightness, without forgetting the iBeacon microlocation function.

Also, know that the iPhone SE 2 benefits from the functionTransport expressallowing you to pay for your public transport journeys quickly in a handful of major cities around the world.

Finally, it is certifiedIP67, which guarantees it waterproof for a dive of a maximum depth of 1 meter for a maximum of 30 minutes.

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Colors and storage: a little sparse?

Only three variations are offered by Apple: white, black and red with the (PRODUCT)RED edition. The same goes for storage capacity, only three possibilities are offered: 64 GB, 128 GB and 256 GB.

iPhone SE 2020 prices

• 64 Go: 489 euros
• 128 Go: 539 euros
• 256 Go: 659 euros

Pre-orders, availability and release date

The 2020 iPhone SE was announced for areleased on April 24, 2020.The first deliveries will therefore be made today, for those who ordered the device among the first.

In this regard, thePre-orders open April 17, 2020 at 2 p.m., French time.

Conclusion and opinion

A second iteration of the iPhone SE has been expected for a long time, several years in fact. The first model from 2016 was appreciated for its small size and good capabilities.

So of course, this new 2020 model must disappoint many fans of small smartphones, with its 4.7-inch screen diagonal identical to the iPhone 6, 6s, 7 and 8. But its format is, for Having experimented on several models, including the 6 and 6s, in our opinion an excellent compromise between small size and comfort of use.

In addition, its power supported by an A13 Bionic chip and its photo capabilities will be sufficient for most users. And then its price,less than 500 euros for the 64 GB version,will not fail to catch the eye of the most thrifty.

Finally, the cherry on the cake, this new iPhone SE has the advantage of remaining compatible with cases for iPhone 6, 6s, 7 and 8.

Ultimately, the 2020 iPhone SE should sell in large quantities without difficulty. It has the potential to reach a very wide audience, and above all, to establish itself in emerging markets where Android smartphones reign supreme.

This iPhone SE 2020 is therefore aexcellent dealand a very good vintage for anyone looking to renew an aging smartphone without breaking the bank. Obviously, tech fans attracted by the latest technological innovations will pass their turn and will have to wait until next September and the new range of iPhone 12, the standard bearer of the Apple brand.