Apple iPhone 17e vs Apple iPhone SE 2022
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic; launch prices were $599 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 59/100 vs 52/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 17e has the bigger battery (3600 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 163g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Apple iPhone SE 2022
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 3600 vs 2018 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (21/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (61/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 163g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $599
- Better camera (42/100 vs 34/100)
- Better portability (91/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Apple iPhone SE 2022, the Apple iPhone 17e scores 7 points higher (59/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, 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 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (42/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Apple iPhone SE 2022 are nearly equal (21/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Apple A15 Bionic | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1413275 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 2315 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 5753 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 4.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 750x1334 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 2018 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 100 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 7 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 15.4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 144 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" 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 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Apple iPhone SE 2022, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 52.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (61/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (42/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Apple iPhone SE 2022 are nearly equal (21/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 17e edges out the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users.