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Apple iPhone Air vs Apple iPhone SE (2020)

The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is a upper mid-range phone at Rs. 90,999, while the Apple iPhone Air is a flagship device at Rs. 479,999 — a price difference of Rs. 389,000.

  • 5G vs 4G connectivity
  • 3,149mAh vs 1,821mAh battery
  • 120Hz vs 60Hz display
  • 12GB vs 3GB RAM
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Apple iPhone Air

Apple iPhone Air

12GB / 256GB
Rs. 479,999
Price in Pakistan
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Apple iPhone SE (2020)

Apple iPhone SE (2020)

3GB / 64GB
Rs. 90,999
Price in Pakistan
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Overall WinnerApple iPhone AirWins 3 out of 4 categories
Quick Verdict
  • 🎮Choose Apple iPhone Air if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
  • 📷Choose Apple iPhone Air if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
  • 💰Choose Apple iPhone SE (2020) if you want the best value for your money.
  • Choose Apple iPhone Air if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.

Score Comparison

Based on MobileDaam rating system
Category
Apple iPhone Air
Apple iPhone SE (2020)
Performance
96.5
47.9
Camera
80.0
40.0
Battery
40.0
40.0
Gaming
96.5
46.3
Overall
81.6
45.4
Value for Money
Best Value ★

Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.

PerformanceApple iPhone Air
Apple iPhone Air
96.5
Apple iPhone SE (2020)
47.9
CameraApple iPhone Air
Apple iPhone Air
80.0
Apple iPhone SE (2020)
40.0
Battery
Apple iPhone Air
40.0
Apple iPhone SE (2020)
40.0
GamingApple iPhone Air
Apple iPhone Air
96.5
Apple iPhone SE (2020)
46.3
OverallApple iPhone Air
Apple iPhone Air
81.6
Apple iPhone SE (2020)
45.4
Value for MoneyApple iPhone SE (2020)
Apple iPhone Air
Lower Value
Apple iPhone SE (2020)
Best Value
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone Air
Apple iPhone Air
96.5/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone Air
Apple iPhone Air
80.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone Air
Apple iPhone Air
96.5/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone Air
Apple iPhone Air
81.6/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone SE (2020)
Apple iPhone SE (2020)
Better Value for Money

At a Glance

Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone Air
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone Air
🔋 Battery
Tie
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone Air
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone SE (2020)
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.50"
4.70"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ)
Resolution
1260x2736
750x1334
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
60 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro (3 nm)
Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
RAM
12 GB
3 GB
Storage
256 GB
64 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS
12 MP, f/1.8 (wide), PDAF, OIS
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
7 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, OIS, stereo sound rec.
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3149 mAh
1821 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 20 wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
18W wired, 50% in 30 min 7.5W wireless (Qi)
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✗ No
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0
Lightning, USB 2.0
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + eSIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm (6.15 x 2.94 x 0.22 in)
138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm (5.45 x 2.65 x 0.29 in)
Weight
165g
148g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), titanium frame (grade 5), glass back (Ceramic Shield)
Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Colors
Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, Sky Blue
Black, White, Red
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
iOS 13, upgradable to iOS 26.5

Our Verdict

Apple iPhone Air is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 81.6/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Apple iPhone SE (2020) puts up a strong fight with a score of 45.4/100. However, Apple iPhone SE (2020) offers better value for money.

Pros & Cons Comparison

Apple iPhone Air

Pros
  • Flagship-grade processor
  • Good camera quality
  • Great for gaming
  • 120Hz smooth display
  • 5G connectivity
Cons
  • Below-average battery
  • Slow 20W charging
  • Premium pricing

Apple iPhone SE (2020)

Pros
  • NFC payments
Cons
  • Basic processor
  • Average camera
  • Below-average battery

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Apple iPhone Air or Apple iPhone SE (2020)?

Apple iPhone Air is the overall winner with a score of 81.6/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.

Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone Air or Apple iPhone SE (2020)?

Apple iPhone Air wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 40.0/100.

Which has better battery life?

Both phones have similar battery performance.

Which is better for gaming?

Apple iPhone Air is better for gaming with a score of 96.5/100.

Which offers better value for money?

Apple iPhone SE (2020) offers better value at PKR 90,999 with a value score of 2.1.

What is the price difference between Apple iPhone Air and Apple iPhone SE (2020)?

Apple iPhone Air costs PKR 479,999 while Apple iPhone SE (2020) costs PKR 90,999. The price difference is PKR 389,000.

Apple iPhone Air
Rs. 479,999
Apple iPhone SE (2020)
Rs. 90,999