iPhone SE 2nd Gen 2020 vs iPhone 12 Mini

The iPhone 12 mini has a larger display but is smaller in size compared to the iPhone SE (2020). Measurements for the iPhone 12 mini include a 5.4” display size, a height of 5.18”, a width of 2.53”, and a depth of 0.29”. The iPhone SE (2020) measurements include a 4.7” display size, a height of 5.45”, a width of 2.65”, and a depth of 0.29”. Otherwise, the iPhone 12 mini weighs 4.76 ounces, versus the 5.22-ounce weight of the iPhone SE (2020).

The iPhone 12 mini features a 5.4” Super Retina XDR (OLED) HDR display and the iPhone SE (2020) features a 4.7” Retina HD (LCD) display. Common display features include True Tone, wide color (P3), and a 625 nits (typical) max brightness. The iPhone 12 mini has a display resolution of 2340 x 1080, a contrast ratio of 2,000,000:1, and a 1200 nits (HDR) max brightness. In comparison, the iPhone SE (2020) has a display resolution of 1334 x 750, and a contrast ratio of 1,400:1.

The iPhone 12 mini offers longer battery life than the iPhone SE (2020). Battery life estimates show the iPhone 12 mini as being able to offer up to 15 hours of video playback time or up to 50 hours of audio playback time. The iPhone SE (2020) battery is able to provide up to 13 hours of video playback time or up to 40 hours of audio playback time. Otherwise, both models support Qi wireless charging and are fast-charge capable when using a 20W wall power adapter. The iPhone SE (2020) can also charge using Apple’s MagSafe.