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iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB — A13 · iOS · 512GB
Apple

iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB

A13 · iOS · 512GB

72
/ 100
From $599
VS
iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB — A13 · iOS · 128GB
Apple

iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB

A13 · iOS · 128GB

72
/ 100
From $399
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB lands at 72 and iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB at 72. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB if…

  • ✓iOS ecosystem
  • ✓Long update support
  • ✓Polished hardware

Pick iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB if…

  • ✓iOS ecosystem
  • ✓Long update support
  • ✓Polished hardware
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photography

Tie

Stills and video quality across lenses

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Battery life

Tie

Screen-on time and charging

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Performance

Tie

Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Display

Tie

Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB more score per dollar ($399 vs $599).

iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB 72
vs
72 iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB

Score breakdown

iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB
72
cpu 72
gpu 70
camera 71
battery 66
display 69
design 72
iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB
72
cpu 72
gpu 70
camera 71
battery 66
display 69
design 72

Specs side-by-side

iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB versus iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB — full spec comparison
Spec iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB
Chipset
A13
A13
Storage
▲ 512GB
128GB
OS
iOS 14
iOS 14
Release year
2020
2020

iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB

Pros
  • +iOS ecosystem
  • +Long update support
  • +Polished hardware
Cons
  • −Premium pricing
  • −Limited customization
  • −Lightning/USB-C split across generations

iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB

Pros
  • +iOS ecosystem
  • +Long update support
  • +Polished hardware
Cons
  • −Premium pricing
  • −Limited customization
  • −Lightning/USB-C split across generations

FAQ: iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB vs iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB

Which is better, iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB or iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB? +

Both score 72 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB worth the price? +

At $599, iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB delivers a Specdex score of 72 — strongest in cpu.

Is iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB worth the price? +

At $399, iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 72 — strongest in cpu.

Does iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB or iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, iPhone SE (2nd gen) 512GB or iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB? +

iPhone SE (2nd gen) 128GB — more score per dollar ($399 vs $599). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.