Apple iPhone 17e vs Apple iPhone SE (2022)

Our verdict: Contract-wise, the Apple iPhone SE (2022) undercuts the Apple iPhone 17e by £300.00 over the full term. On the screen front, the Apple iPhone 17e pulls ahead with 6.1" and 457 PPI. Keen photographers will appreciate the Apple iPhone 17e and its 48MP main camera. Selfie fans take note: the Apple iPhone 17e has a 12MP front camera.

Expert Rating
3.9
11 reviews
3.9
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 4.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED IPS LCD
Resolution
1170 x 2532 1334 x 750
Pixels Per Inch
457 326
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 7 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A19 (3 nm) Apple A15 Bionic
Storage
256GB, 512GB 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
OS
Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e- SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm
Weight
169 grams 144 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
£25.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £12.99/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£565.00 £99.00
Apple iPhone 17e Apple iPhone 17e Apple iPhone SE (2022) Apple iPhone SE (2022)
Expert Rating 3.9
11 reviews
3.9
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 4.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED IPS LCD
Resolution 1170 x 2532 1334 x 750
Pixels Per Inch 457 326
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 7 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A19 (3 nm) Apple A15 Bionic
Storage 256GB, 512GB 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
OS Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e- SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm
Weight 169 grams 144 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts £25.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
£12.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £565.00 £99.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 17e or Apple iPhone SE (2022) cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone SE (2022) is cheaper on contract at £354.56 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17e or Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

The Apple iPhone 17e has the bigger screen at 6.1" compared to the Apple iPhone SE (2022)'s 4.7", the Apple iPhone 17e has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 326, and the Apple iPhone 17e uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone SE (2022) has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 17e or Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

The Apple iPhone 17e features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone SE (2022) has a 12 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 17e or Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

The Apple iPhone SE (2022) is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £99.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17e and Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

The Apple iPhone 17e is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone SE (2022) comes in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 17e and Apple iPhone SE (2022) use?

The Apple iPhone 17e is powered by the Apple A19 (3 nm), while the Apple iPhone SE (2022) uses the Apple A15 Bionic.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 17e or Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

The Apple iPhone SE (2022) is the more portable of the two — it's 25g lighter at 144 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm, and is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17e or Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

The Apple iPhone 17e is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Apple iPhone SE (2022) is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 17e and Apple iPhone SE (2022) run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.