Differences between iPhone 6s and iPhone SE
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iPhone 6s vs. iPhone SE (1st generation)[edit]
The iPhone 6s and the first-generation iPhone SE are smartphones that were developed by Apple Inc. The iPhone 6s was released on September 25, 2015, while the iPhone SE was released on March 31, 2016.[1][2] The iPhone SE was positioned as a smaller, more budget-friendly option that incorporated many of the key hardware features of the flagship iPhone 6s.[3]
The primary difference between the two devices is their physical design. The iPhone SE uses the smaller, more angular chassis of the older iPhone 5s, while the iPhone 6s features a larger, more rounded design.[1] Internally, both phones share the same Apple A9 processor and 2GB of RAM, offering similar performance levels.[4][5] They also feature the same 12-megapixel rear camera capable of recording 4K video.[1] However, there are notable differences in their displays, front-facing cameras, and other features.
Comparison Table[edit]
| Category | iPhone 6s | iPhone SE (1st generation) |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 4.7-inch Retina HD display | 4.0-inch Retina display |
| Resolution | 1334 x 750 pixels | 1136 x 640 pixels |
| Processor | Apple A9 chip | Apple A9 chip[1] |
| Rear Camera | 12-megapixel | 12-megapixel[1] |
| Front Camera | 5-megapixel | 1.2-megapixel |
| 3D Touch | Yes | No[1] |
| Touch ID | 2nd generation | 1st generation[1] |
| Dimensions | 138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1 mm | 123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm[1] |
| Weight | 143 grams | 113 grams[1] |
| Battery | 1715 mAh[4] | 1624 mAh |
Design and Display[edit]
The most significant distinction lies in the physical dimensions and screen size. The iPhone 6s has a 4.7-inch display and a body measuring 138.3 mm in height and 67.1 mm in width. In contrast, the iPhone SE is more compact, with a 4.0-inch display and a body that is 123.8 mm tall and 58.6 mm wide.[1] This makes the iPhone SE significantly lighter at 113 grams compared to the 143-gram iPhone 6s.[1]
The display technology also differs. The iPhone 6s introduced "3D Touch," a pressure-sensitive feature that allows for different actions based on how firmly the user presses the screen. The iPhone SE does not include this feature.[1] While both displays have the same pixel density of 326 ppi, the iPhone 6s has a higher resolution of 1334-by-750, compared to the iPhone SE's 1136-by-640 resolution.
Performance and Cameras[edit]
Both the iPhone 6s and the first-generation iPhone SE are powered by the same Apple A9 chip with an embedded M9 motion coprocessor, along with 2GB of RAM, which results in nearly identical performance capabilities.[4][5]
The rear-facing 12-megapixel iSight camera is also the same in both models, offering features like Live Photos and the ability to record 4K video at 30 frames per second. However, the front-facing FaceTime HD cameras are different. The iPhone 6s is equipped with a 5-megapixel front camera, which provides higher-resolution selfies and video calls compared to the 1.2-megapixel front camera on the iPhone SE. The iPhone 6s also features a "Retina Flash," which uses the display to illuminate selfies in low light.
Other Differences[edit]
The iPhone 6s features a second-generation Touch ID fingerprint sensor, which is faster and more accurate than the first-generation sensor used in the iPhone SE.[1] In terms of battery life, the slightly larger battery in the iPhone 6s (1715 mAh) is offset by its larger display, resulting in comparable battery performance between the two devices in many use cases.[4] Both models were the last iPhones to include a standard 3.5 mm headphone jack.[1]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 "wikipedia.org". Retrieved January 18, 2026.
- ↑ "dimensions.com". Retrieved January 18, 2026.
- ↑ "grokipedia.com". Retrieved January 18, 2026.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 "wikipedia.org". Retrieved January 18, 2026.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "ubergizmo.com". Retrieved January 18, 2026.
