iPhone SE (2025)
The budget iPhone reborn as the iPhone 16e with Apple silicon modem.
The iPhone SE (2025) is a mid-range Apple smartphone released Feb 2025, with a launch price of $599. It pairs the Apple A18 with a 6.1" OLED Super Retina XDR display, a 48 MP Fusion single main camera and a ~3960 mAh, 20W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 84/100 — The SE becomes the 16e. Standout strengths: flagship a18 chip + apple intelligence at $599 and first apple in-house c1 5g modem. Main trade-off: single rear camera, no ultrawide.
The SE becomes the 16e.
Apple's 2025 budget iPhone — marketed as the iPhone 16e — dropped the old home-button SE design for a modern 6.1" OLED, the flagship A18 chip, Apple Intelligence and crucially the first Apple-designed C1 5G modem. A landmark device despite its single camera.
Read the full review- Flagship A18 chip + Apple Intelligence at $599
- First Apple in-house C1 5G modem
- 48 MP camera + OLED + USB-C
Full specifications
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How the iPhone SE (2025) compares
| iPhone SE (2025) | Xperia 1 VI | iPhone 14 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 84 | 84 | 84 |
| Chipset | Apple A18 | SD 8 Gen 3 | Apple A16 Bionic |
| Display | 6.1" OLED Super Retina XDR | 6.5" LTPO OLED | 6.7" LTPO OLED |
| Main camera | 48 MP Fusion single | 48 MP · f/1.9 | 48 MP · f/1.78 |
| Battery | ~3960 mAh, 20W | 5,000 mAh | 4,323 mAh |
| Launch price | $599 | $1,399 | $1,099 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the iPhone SE (2025) released?
The iPhone SE (2025) was released in Feb 2025.
How much does the iPhone SE (2025) cost?
The iPhone SE (2025) launched at $599 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the iPhone SE (2025) screen size and type?
The iPhone SE (2025) has a 6.1" OLED Super Retina XDR display.
What chipset does the iPhone SE (2025) use?
The iPhone SE (2025) is powered by the Apple A18 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPhone SE (2025) have?
The iPhone SE (2025) ships with 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPhone SE (2025) battery capacity?
The iPhone SE (2025) has a ~3960 mAh, 20W battery.
What is the iPhone SE (2025) main camera?
The iPhone SE (2025) has a 48 MP Fusion single main camera.
Does the iPhone SE (2025) have 5G?
The iPhone SE (2025) supports 5G (Yes (Apple C1 modem)).
Is the iPhone SE (2025) waterproof?
The iPhone SE (2025) is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the iPhone SE (2025) weigh?
The iPhone SE (2025) weighs 167 g.
What colours does the iPhone SE (2025) come in?
The iPhone SE (2025) is available in 2 colours: Black, White.
Is the iPhone SE (2025) worth buying?
Apple's 2025 budget iPhone — marketed as the iPhone 16e — dropped the old home-button SE design for a modern 6.1" OLED, the flagship A18 chip, Apple Intelligence and crucially the first Apple-designed C1 5G modem. A landmark device despite its single camera. SpecEagle gives the iPhone SE (2025) an editorial score of 84/100.
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