Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Apple iPhone SE 2022
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic; launch prices were $999 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro leads — 65/100 vs 52/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro has the bigger battery (3095 mAh vs 2018); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro has the stronger camera (141 vs 100); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Apple iPhone SE 2022
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 3095 vs 2018 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Better camera (73/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (20/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $999
- Better portability (91/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs the Apple iPhone SE 2022, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro scores 13 points higher (65/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro leads (73/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 13 Pro — 40/100, Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 30/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 75/100. In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (73/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Apple iPhone SE 2022 are nearly equal (20/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (91/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 Pro | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A15 Bionic | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 1413275 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 2315 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 5753 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 4.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 750x1334 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3095 mAh | 2018 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | 100 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 7 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 15 | iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 15.4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.7 mm | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 144 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 3095 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Apple iPhone SE 2022, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 75/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (85/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (73/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Apple iPhone SE 2022 are nearly equal (20/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (91/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone SE 2022 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 13 Pro over the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users.