Apple iPhone 16 vs Apple iPhone SE 2022
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic; launch prices were $799 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 leads — 68/100 vs 52/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 16 has the bigger battery (3561 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 is faster in AnTuTu (1,972,476 vs 1,413,275); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 has the stronger camera (147 vs 100); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 170g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Apple iPhone SE 2022
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1972476 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7700 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 3561 vs 2018 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 7W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (24/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (61/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 170g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $799
- Better portability (91/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Apple iPhone SE 2022, the Apple iPhone 16 scores 16 points higher (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, 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, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (24/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Apple A15 Bionic | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 1413275 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2315 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 5753 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 4.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 750x1334 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 2018 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | 100 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 7 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 15.4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 144 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Apple iPhone SE 2022, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16 leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 39.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (61/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (78/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (24/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone SE 2022 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on performance (84/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users.