Launch report · Apple
iPhone SE (2020): The A13 budget iPhone that revived the SE line.
SpecEagle Editorial·Apr 2020·$399·Score 70/100
iPhone SE (2020) packed the A13 Bionic into the classic 4.7" Touch ID body for $399. A budget legend — held back by a tiny battery and 4G.
Key specs at launch
Display
4.7" LCD 60 Hz
Chipset
Apple A13 Bionic
Memory
3 GB · 64 GB
Main cam
12 MP · f/1.8
Battery
1,821 mAh
Weight
148 g
What stands out
- A13 Bionic — fast for years.
- Just $399 at launch.
- Touch ID + compact size.
- Long iOS support.
What to watch
- Smallest battery of any modern iPhone.
- No 5G.
- 60 Hz LCD with thick bezels.
- Single camera.
The phone it has to beat
Pixel 5a
$449 · score 74/100