iPhone SE 3 (2022) is the cheapest iPhone launched by Apple in the spring of 2022.
Who wants to have one small phone, with one nice design, o good camera and a processor A15 Bionic which promises not to get stuck in any application, 5G connection, then the iPhone SE (2022) is definitely a very good choice. Especially for those who switch from an older iPhone model, such as iPhone 6s, iPhone 7 or iPhone 8.
Let's see what the iPhone SE (2022) specifications would be and whether it is worth buying or not, the new low-cost iPhone.
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iPhone SE 2022 (iPhone SE 3) specifications
Design iPhone SE 2022
A design made to last, as the people from Apple tell us. In addition, for those who were delighted by the elegance of curved lines of the case, this iPhone model makes a beautiful return in time.
It is as beautiful as it is durable. Aerospace design from carefully finished aluminum, glass both on the back and on the front, making it a very shock-resistant phone. The glass used on the iPhone SE 2022 is the same one found on the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13.
The dust and water resistance standard, IP67, tells us that it has total resistance to dust and can withstand being submerged under water at a depth of no more than 1 meter, no more than 30 minutes.
The new iPhone SE model is currently available in three color variants: Red (Product Red), Alb (Starlight) and Black (Midnight).
iPhone SE 2022 dimensions they are almost similar to the iPhone 7: 138.4 mm high, 67.3 mm wide and 7.3 mm thick. All with a weight of 144 grams. 6 grams heavier than iPhone 7.
Let's not forget the button for Touch ID, which allows biometric unlocking based on the fingerprint. Moreover, it is the only iPhone model that is still provided with a "Home" button.
Display iPhone SE 3 (2022)
It has a 4.7-inch diagonal screen, widescreen LCD with Retina and IPS with Multi-Touch, which ensures a compact image. The 4.7-inch display has become a tradition for Apple, which in the past had the same dimensions on the iPhone 6, iPhone 6s, iPhone 7 and iPhone 8.
However, the display on the iPhone SE 2022 is much faster. In terms of light and resolution, no progress was made compared to the iPhone 7, which we used as a reference from the beginning. We have a resolution of 1334 / 750px with 336 ppi, and the brightness does not exceed 625 nits.
So, we cannot say that the iPhone SE 2022 brings something new to the display, but let's not forget that it is still quite performing, and ensures clear colors, acceptable brightness at a resolution sufficient for 4.7-inch.
iPhone SE 2 (2022) performance with A15 Bionic
The true definition of the iPhone SE 3 is definitely given by the A15 Bionic chip, the same one found on the iPhone 13.
A chip with 6 cores, of which 2 for performance and 4 for efficiency. The graphics are provided by a GPU with 4 cores, and the processing is done by the 16 Neural Engine cores.
All these capabilities of the A15 Bionic make the iPhone SE 3 a smartphone that is as small and elegant as it is powerful, on which applications are launched instantly, and games with advanced graphics will run without problems.
As a comparison with previous models, the iPhone SE 3 (2022) has a better graphics performance 1.2 times faster than iPhone SE (gen. 2), up to 5 times better than iPhone 6s, 3.7 times faster than iPhone 7 and 2.2 times faster than iPhone 8.
We are therefore talking about a small iPhone, resistant to shocks, with an elegant design, but with notable performance in applications and games with advanced graphics.
Also thanks to the A15 Bionic chip, the photos will look sensational, comparable to those on the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13. The processing provided by the A15 Bionic will bring out all the details of a photo, whether we are talking about portraits, landscapes or objects.
Camera photo / video to iPhone SE 3
The main camera is absolutely capable of taking exceptional photos, especially, as I said above, supported by the A15 Bionic processing.
The iPhone SE 3 has a wide-angle camera (wide camera) of 12 MP with an opening of ƒ/1.8 and optical zoom up to 5x. More than enough for high quality pictures.
Smart HDR 4, introduced on iPhone 13 ensures more natural colors, stronger contrast and the ability to capture every detail in a group of subjects, even if the light is low. Of course, we don't find the sensor on the iPhone SE 3 LiDAR.
Regarding video, those who want to buy iPhone SE 3 can be very happy with the capabilities of this small iPhone, to surprise enviable video cards.
Support capture video up to 4K with a rate of 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps. More than enough to be played on any TV or large display.
Selfie camera (the front one) is absolutely ideal for taking quality photos. 7MP with ƒ/2.2 aperture and support for portrait mode with bokeh (blur behind the subject) and Depth Control.
The front camera also comes with Smart HDR 4 technology, and for video it supports 1080p HD resolution.
iPhone SE 3 (2022) connectivity
Of course, it is the latest Apple device to receive high-speed connectivity, 5G.
We can't say too much about 5G, because frankly the speeds are unreasonably high for a smartphone. Imperceptible in many applications, games and FaceTime video calls.
What you need to know is that 5G will use the Smart Data mode. That is, in browsing, streaming, 5G will be activated only when needed, after which it will become inactive. As is known. 5G connections are battery killers.
How long does the battery of an iPhone SE 3 (2022) last?
Perhaps this is one of the most important aspects when we decide to buy a smartphone. How long does a battery charge last? If it is enough for us for a whole day or if we have to stay with the charger or an external battery behind us.
Fortunately, Apple equipped the iPhone SE 3 with a very powerful battery capable of lasting 15 hours of video or 10 ore de video streaming. Quite a lot.
As a comparison with older models, the iPhone SE 3 battery lasts 2 hours longer than the iPhone 8, iPhone 7 or iPhone SE 2.
Even better news is that the battery charging time is only 30 minutes up to 50%, with a minimum 20W adapter.
So, yes, the iPhone SE 3 battery is for the whole day. Especially if you are not a fan of games, YouTube videos and video streaming. For mail, social networks (moderately), WhatAspp and calls, we could say that the iPhone SE 3 is a phone whose battery could last for 2 days. Oh, and Wi-Fi connection.
iPhone SE 3 also supports wireless charging via Qi. Another plus compared to previous models.
Is the iPhone SE 3 worth the price?
If you are determined to switch from Android to iPhone, this model is the best option. Get to know the iOS 15 operating system and the capabilities of a small, elegant but high-performance iPhone, without taking a lot of money out of your pocket.
Starting price it is $429 for the minimum capacity of 64GB, reaching $579 for the version with 256GB storage space. The price is the one currently displayed on the apple.com website and does not include taxes.
In stores in Europe, the iPhone SE 3 has a price of approximately $645 for the 64GB version. Resulting price after applying all taxes and additions.
