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Budget-focused buyers who want a small, physical Home button iPhone with strong performance for basic tasks and are prepared to accept a modest camera and battery life.

A13 Bionic chip brings iPhone 11-level performance to a compact, budget-friendly body
Touch ID via the physical Home button unlocks reliably with masks, gloves, or sunglasses
Familiar 4.7-inch size makes it one of the most pocketable and one-handed-friendly iPhones

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Apple iPhone SE (2020) SIM Free (13 deals)

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iPhone SE (2020) 64GB (Black)

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£65.00

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iPhone SE (2020) 64GB (White)

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£68.00

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iPhone SE (2020) 64GB (Red)

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iPhone SE (2020) 128GB (Red)

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iPhone SE (2020) 128GB (Black)

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iPhone SE (2020) 128GB (White)

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iPhone SE (2020) 64GB (White)

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iPhone SE (2020) 128GB (Red)

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iPhone SE (2020) 128GB (Black)

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Apple iPhone SE (2020) Deals - August 2026

Buy the Apple iPhone SE (2020) SIM-free from £65.00 at Back Market.

13 refurbished deals available - SIM-free from £65.00.

About the Apple iPhone SE (2020)

The iPhone SE (2020) took the compact, familiar Home button design of the iPhone 8 and dropped in the same A13 Bionic chip found in the iPhone 11 range, at a fraction of the price. That combination made it a genuinely fast phone for a budget handset, and it still handles everyday tasks like browsing, messaging, and social apps without trouble. The single 12MP rear camera is the biggest compromise versus pricier iPhones of its era, relying on software processing rather than extra lenses for Portrait mode, though it does a solid job in good light. Touch ID rather than Face ID also means it's quicker to unlock while wearing a mask or gloves, which some buyers prefer. Battery life is modest by 2026 standards, with a small 1,821mAh cell that struggles to last a full day of heavy use, and its 4.7-inch screen and thick bezels look increasingly dated next to newer designs. It's now a phone for buyers on a tight budget who want a small, simple, physical-button iPhone and can live with an ageing camera and battery, rather than anyone chasing the newest features.

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iPhone SE (2020) vs iPhone SE (2022) — Key Differences

Feature	Apple iPhone SE (2020)	Apple iPhone SE (2022)
Chipset	A13 Bionic	A15 Bionic
5G support	No	Yes
Battery	1,821 mAh	2,018 mAh
RAM	3GB	4GB
Storage options	64GB, 128GB, 256GB	64GB, 128GB, 256GB
Wired charging	Up to 18W	Up to 20W
SIM-free price	From £65.00	From £89.00

Frequently asked questions

Is the iPhone SE (2020) worth buying in 2026?

Only at a genuinely low price. It still runs smoothly thanks to the A13 Bionic chip, but the single camera, small 1,821mAh battery, and dated design mean the newer iPhone SE (2022) or a used iPhone 12 are better value if you can stretch the budget. It's a reasonable pick for a simple, compact backup phone or a first smartphone for a child.

Does the iPhone SE (2020) have Face ID?

No, it uses Touch ID via the physical Home button instead of Face ID. Many buyers still prefer this, since it unlocks reliably while wearing a mask, gloves, or sunglasses, where Face ID can struggle.

Is the iPhone SE (2020) waterproof?

It has an IP67 rating, meaning it can withstand submersion in up to 1 metre of water for 30 minutes. That's a step below the IP68 rating on the same year's iPhone 11 Pro.

How good is the iPhone SE (2020) camera?

It has a single 12MP wide camera rather than the multi-lens setups on pricier iPhones, so it lacks an ultra-wide or telephoto option. Photo quality in good light is solid thanks to Apple's processing, including a software-based Portrait mode, but low-light shots and zoom are noticeably weaker than on the iPhone 11 Pro from the same generation.

How long will the iPhone SE (2020) receive software updates?

It is currently running iOS 26, but it's approaching the end of its major update cycle, since Apple typically supports iPhones for six to seven years. Expect security-only patches once major annual updates stop, rather than new features.

Should I get the iPhone SE (2020) or the newer iPhone SE (2022)?

The iPhone SE (2022) is the better buy if the price gap is small: it adds 5G, a faster A15 Bionic chip, a bigger 2,018mAh battery, and stronger drop protection with a tougher glass back, all in the same compact design. The 2020 model only makes sense if it's available significantly cheaper, such as heavily discounted refurbished stock. Compare iPhone SE (2022) deals.

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Apple iPhone SE (2020) Specifications

General

Dimensions

138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3

Weight

148 g

SIM

Nano-SIM + eSIM

Operating System

iOS 13, up to iOS 26.4.2

Colours

Black Red White

Radio

Body

Black, White, Red

Camera

Primary Camera Megapixels

Primary Camera

12 , f/1.8 (wide), PDAF, OIS

Primary Camera Video

4K@24/30/60fs, 1080@30/60/120/240fs, HDR, OIS, stereo sound rec.

Selfie Camera Features

HDR

Primary Selfie Camera

7 , f/2.2

Video Resolution

2160

Selfie Video Resolution

1080@30fs; gyro-EIS

Display

Type

Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ)

Display Size

4.7

Display Resolution

750 x 1334 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)

Display Protection

Ion-strengthened glass

CPU & Memory

Chipset

Apple A13 Bionic

GPU

Apple GPU (4-core graphics)

CPU

Hexa-core (2x2.65 GHz Lightning + 4x1.8 GHz Thunder)

Memory Card Slot

Internal Storage

64GB 128GB 256GB

Sound

Loudspeaker

Yes, with stereo speakers

3.5mm Jack

Connectivity & Data

2G

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

3G

HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100

4G

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66 - A2296

Network Speed

HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps

Network Technology

GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot

Bluetooth

5.0, A2DP, LE

USB

Lightning, USB 2.0

NFC

Yes

GPS

GPS, GLONASS

Battery

1821

Charging

18W wired, 50% in 30 min 7.5W wireless (Qi)

Other

Sensors

Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass, barometer