Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs iPhone 17: Which One Should You Buy?
iPhone 17 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 76.9/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Apple iPhone SE (2022)
iPhone 17
iPhone 17 wins 4 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeediPhone 177080
- CameraiPhone 178082
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryApple iPhone SE (2022)7558
- DisplayiPhone 178490
- ConnectivityiPhone 175575
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueApple iPhone SE (2022)8568
- iPhone 17 has the bigger battery3,692 mAh vs 2,018 mAh
- iPhone 17 charges faster40W vs 20W
- iPhone 17 has the bigger screen6.3" vs 4.7"
- Apple iPhone SE (2022) is lighter144 g vs 177 g
- iPhone 17 has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5
- iPhone 17 has more RAM8 GB vs 4 GB
- iPhone 17 has the faster chipApple A19 vs Apple A15 Bionic
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 17 wins — BeastScore 76.9/100
The iPhone 17 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (3,692 mAh vs 2,018 mAh) and faster charging (40W vs 20W). The Apple iPhone SE (2022) is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (144 g vs 177 g).
Lighter: 144 g vs 177 g (33 g less)
Larger battery: 3,692 mAh vs 2,018 mAh · Faster wired charging: 40W vs 20W
Common questions
Which is better: Apple iPhone SE (2022) or iPhone 17?
The iPhone 17 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (3,692 mAh vs 2,018 mAh) and faster charging (40W vs 20W). The Apple iPhone SE (2022) is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (144 g vs 177 g). BeastScore: Apple iPhone SE (2022) 77.1/100, iPhone 17 76.9/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone SE (2022) and iPhone 17?
Apple iPhone SE (2022) has a 4.7-inch display and 2018 mAh battery. iPhone 17 has a 6.3-inch display and 3692 mAh battery.
How do Apple iPhone SE (2022) and iPhone 17 compare for speed?
Apple iPhone SE (2022) scores 70/100 for performance; iPhone 17 scores 80/100.
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