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iPhone SE (3rd generation) vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Apple · 2022

iPhone SE (3rd generation)

iPhone SE (3rd generation)
66/ 100
Launch MSRP$429 USD
Apple · 2023

Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)

Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)
66/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS iPhone SE (3rd generation) BETTER THAN Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)?

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iPhone SE (3rd generation)Winner 🏆
Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORiPhone SEApple iPhoneLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity2,018 mAh3,274 mAh+3,274 mAh
Wired Fast Charging20WStandard25W Max
Main Camera Sensor12 MPN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size4.7"6.12"6.12"
Chassis Weight144g187g144g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy iPhone SE (3rd generation):
  • 43g lighter chassis (144g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • $9570 lower launch MSRP ($429 vs $9999)
  • 12MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1):
  • Larger 3,274 mAh battery capacity (+1,256 mAh more capacity)
  • 6.12" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationiPhone SE (3rd generation)Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone SE (3rd generation) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechRetina IPS LCDAM-OLED display
Screen Size4.7"6.12"
Resolution & Density1334x750 (326 ppi)1179x2556 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz ProMotion60 Hz
Brightness625 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1) Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemiOS 15iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory4 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage64GB / 128GB / 256GB256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone SE (3rd generation) Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX603N/A
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens7 MP, f/2.2N/A
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone SE (3rd generation) Lightest Chassis
Dimensions138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mmN/A
Weight144 g187 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP67Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iPhone SE (3rd generation) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity2,018 mAh3,274 mAh
Wired Fast Charging20W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless Charging7W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.0Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedLightningUSB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$429Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

iPhone SE (3rd generation) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 66.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, iPhone SE (3rd generation) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 72/100 camera rating.

When to buy iPhone SE (3rd generation):
Higher overall BeastScore: 66.0 vs top rival 65.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 20W vs max 0W
When to buy Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1):
Larger battery capacity: 3,274 mAh (+1,256 mAh more) · Significantly larger display: 6.12" vs max 4.7" for media & multitasking
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: iPhone SE (3rd generation) vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)

Which phone is better: iPhone SE (3rd generation) or Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)?

iPhone SE (3rd generation) leads with an overall BeastScore of 66.0/100 compared to Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1) (65.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 66.0 vs top rival 65.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 20W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between iPhone SE (3rd generation) and Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)?

iPhone SE (3rd generation) is equipped with a 4.7-inch display and 2018 mAh battery, while Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1) features a 6.12-inch display and 3274 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between iPhone SE (3rd generation) and Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)?

In lab hardware evaluations, iPhone SE (3rd generation) scores 72/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1) scores 60/100.

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