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Apple iPhone 13 mini vs Apple iPhone SE (2nd generation)
Product A: Apple
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Product B: Apple
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53 of 154 fields differ
- 39 different values
- 14 known for one only
- 29 the same
- 72 missing for both
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AiPhone 13 mini: 64.2 × 131.5 mm
- BiPhone SE (2nd generation): 67.3 × 138.4 mm
Weight
0 to 250 g
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Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
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Predecessor
Apple iPhone 12 mini9Press articlemacrumors.com/2021/09/14/iphone-13-iphone-13-mini-smaller-notch-announcedRead 23 October 2026MacRumors' launch report says the iPhone 13 mini and iPhone 13 keep the 5.4-inch and 6.1-inch sizes of their iPhone 12 predecessors.10Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/iphone-13-miniRead 23 October 2026TechRadar's iPhone 13 mini review calls it a small upgrade over the iPhone 12 mini and says it looks much like the previous device.
Apple iPhone SE (1st generation)7Reviewtechradar.com/reviews/iphone-seRead 23 October 2026TechRadar's review says the iPhone SE 2020 follows on from its predecessor and compares it with the original iPhone SE.8Reviewtechradar.com/news/the-history-of-the-iphone-seRead 23 October 2026TechRadar's iPhone SE history says Apple brought back the SE in 2020 as the second generation and calls the first generation its predecessor.
Successor
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Apple iPhone SE (3rd generation)9Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/iphone-se-2022Read 23 October 2026Tom's Guide's iPhone SE (2022) review calls the iPhone SE (2020) the previous iPhone SE and compares the new model's price and battery life with it.10Press article9to5mac.com/2022/03/08/apple-unveils-iphone-se-3-with-a15-chip-same-home-button-designRead 23 October 20269to5Mac's launch report says the new iPhone SE has the same design as the previous-generation iPhone SE and costs $30 more than the second-generation model.
Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
(PRODUCT)RED, Starlight, Midnight, Blue, Pink, Green1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026Finish section. This current finish list includes any later maker colour additions.
Form factor
OS support period (claimed)
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Security support period (claimed)
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Security updates until
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Body
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Height
Width
Thickness
Thickness with camera bump
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Folded dimensions
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Weight
Frame
Front
Back
Dust and water rating
Water resistance depth
Water resistance time
MIL-STD-810
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SIM capacity
Stylus
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Stylus name
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Display
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Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
475.5ppi
325.6ppi
Aspect ratio
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Display type
Display type (as published)
Max refresh rate
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Min refresh rate
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Touch sampling rate
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Instant touch sampling
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Display brightness (typical, claimed)
Outdoor brightness (claimed)
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Peak display brightness (claimed)
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Minimum brightness
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Colour depth per channel
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DCI-P3 coverage
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HDR playback formats
PWM dimming frequency
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Always-on display
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Front camera cutout
Cover screen size
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Cover screen resolution
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Cover screen refresh rate
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Cover screen type
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Platform
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OS at launch
Software
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Latest stable OS (verified)
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Chipset
Process
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CPU cores
CPU configuration
AApple iPhone 13 mini
| Count | Core |
|---|---|
| 2 | Performance |
| 4 | Efficiency |
BApple iPhone SE (2nd generation)
| Count | Core |
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| 2 | Performance |
| 4 | Efficiency |
Max CPU clock
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GPU
NPU performance
Memory
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RAM
RAM type
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Storage (nominal)
Storage type
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Memory card
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Max card size
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Rear cameras
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Physical rear cameras
AApple iPhone 13 mini
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Autofocus | OIS | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 1.6 | Dual Pixel PDAF | Yes | Not available |
| Ultrawide | 12 | 2.4 | Not available | Not available | 120° |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026Camera section. Physical imaging cameras only. Generic autofocus marketing is not assigned to an unproved enum. Focal lengths are omitted where the exact document does not state them.8Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-13-mini-in-review-Powerful-and-ultracompact.575013.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Exact review Camera specification explicitly identifies phase-comparison AF (dual pixel) for the physical main camera. Other camera values remain maker-supported.
BApple iPhone SE (2nd generation)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | OIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 1.8 | Yes |
Number of rear cameras
2
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Main camera
12MP
12MP
Longest physical-lens optical zoom
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Maximum photo digital zoom
Flash
True Tone flash with Slow Sync1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026Camera section. Maker flash wording.
LED True Tone flash with Slow Sync1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111882Read 5 October 2026Camera section. As published.
Camera features
Sapphire crystal lens cover, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 4, Night mode, Photographic Styles1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026Camera section. Explicitly named photographic features.
Maximum rear video rate per resolution
AApple iPhone 13 mini
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 240 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
BApple iPhone SE (2nd generation)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 240 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
Max video resolution
3840 × 2160px
3840 × 2160px
Recorded video HDR formats
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Log recording
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Video recording codecs
Video stabilisation
Front camera
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Front cameras
AApple iPhone 13 mini
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) |
|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 2.2 |
BApple iPhone SE (2nd generation)
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) |
|---|---|---|
| Main | 7 | 2.2 |
Maximum front video rate per resolution
AApple iPhone 13 mini
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 120 |
BApple iPhone SE (2nd generation)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 30 |
Front autofocus
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Audio
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Stereo speakers
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3.5 mm jack
Audio features
Spatial Audio playback, Dolby Atmos1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026Audio Playback section. Does not establish wireless audio codecs.
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Microphones
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Network
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Network
2G bands
GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19001Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026Exact model GSM/EDGE MHz ranges.
GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19001Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111882Read 5 October 2026Exact model GSM/EDGE MHz ranges.
3G bands
850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 21001Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026Exact model UMTS/HSPA MHz frequency ranges, not band IDs.
850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 21001Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111882Read 5 October 2026Exact model UMTS/HSPA MHz ranges, not band IDs.
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 481Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026Exact A2628 GB radio list in Mobile/Cellular and Wireless section. Other regional models are excluded.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, 66, 71, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 481Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111882Read 5 October 2026Exact A2275 LTE band list. Other regional models excluded.
5G bands
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n77, n78, n791Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026Exact A2628 GB radio list in Mobile/Cellular and Wireless section. Other regional models are excluded.
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5G modes
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5G mmWave
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Maximum modem download rate
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Satellite
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Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
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Bluetooth
Bluetooth audio codecs
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NFC
Ultra-wideband
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Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026Location section. Satellite constellations explicitly named.
Dual-frequency GNSS
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Connector
USB data standard
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Video out over USB
IR blaster
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FM radio
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Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
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Face unlock
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Sensors
Face ID, Barometer, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026Sensors section. Explicit maker list.
Touch ID fingerprint sensor, Barometer, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111882Read 5 October 2026Sensors section. Exact published list. Touch ID is in the Home button. The current fingerprint enum cannot represent that position.
Extra buttons
Battery and charging
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Rated battery capacity
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Battery capacity (typical)
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Rated battery energy
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Battery type
Claimed battery life
AApple iPhone 13 mini
| Use case | Hours (h) |
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| Video playback | 17 |
| Video streaming | 13 |
| Audio playback | 55 |
BApple iPhone SE (2nd generation)
| Use case | Hours (h) |
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| Video playback | 13 |
| Video streaming | 8 |
| Audio playback | 40 |
Maximum wired charging power (claimed)
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Wired charging standards
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Charge 0 to 50% (claimed)
Charge 0 to 100% (claimed)
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Wireless charging
Wireless charging power
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Wireless standards
Built-in alignment magnets
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Reverse wireless output power
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Reverse wired
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Charger in box
Included adapter rated power
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Measured
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Geekbench single-core
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Geekbench multi-core
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3DMark Wild Life Extreme
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AnTuTu
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Display brightness (measured)
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Mixed-use battery life (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
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Drop resistance class
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Repairability class
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SAR head (US)
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SAR body (US)
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SAR head (EU)
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SAR body (EU)
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Hearing aid compatibility
In the box
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In the box
iPhone 13 mini, USB-C to Lightning Cable, Documentation1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-gb/111873Read 5 October 2026In the Box section. Exact maker published contents.
iPhone SE, USB-C to Lightning Cable, Documentation1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111882Read 5 October 2026In the Box section. Current document describes the adapter-free retail bundle. The original launch bundle is not represented.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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