iPhone SE (2016)

Released March 31, 2016

iPhone SE (2016) Repair Services

The first iPhone SE puts iPhone 6s power into the pocket-size 4-inch design.

Repair prices below include parts and labor. Full device details are in the Specifications tab.

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Highlights

What matters most about this model — at a glance.

Display

  • Compact Retina Chassis Ergonomics: The highly sharp 4.0-inch Retina LED Multi-Touch screen features vivid sRGB color mapping and crisp pixel density, letting you navigate your workspace comfortably with one hand.

Battery & power

  • High-Efficiency Compact Matrix Cell: Working in tandem with the efficient, small-screen architecture of the 4.0-inch panel, the internal cell allows prolonged daily runtimes alongside standard fast USB data pathing.

Camera

  • Flagship-Tier 12MP Optical Engines: Borrowing the high-tier imaging sensor from the iPhone 6s, this standalone rear camera captures detailed 12MP photos and shoots 240 fps slow-motion without requiring a protruding camera bump.

Performance & AI

  • Desktop-Class A9 Processing Power: Powered by the advanced 64-bit A9 system chip with an integrated M9 motion coprocessor, the platform handles heavy applications and updates smoothly.

Build & thermal

  • Iconic Chamfered Unibody Housing: Carved out of a rigid 6000 Series anodized aluminum block, this compact enclosure highlights premium matte chamfered edges and inset color-matched glass accent panels along the top and bottom rear.

Other information

Storage, finishes, full specs, and repair-relevant notes.

Storage options
  • 16GB
  • 32GB
  • 64GB
  • 128GB
Color finishes
  • Rose Gold
  • Gold
  • Space Gray
  • Silver
Specifications

Engineering Matrix:

  • Display: 4.0-inch Widescreen LCD Multi-Touch Display (IPS Technology)
  • Screen Resolution: 1136 x 640 Pixel Resolution at 326 ppi
  • Contrast Ratio: 800:1 Typical Contrast Threshold
  • Refresh Rate: 60Hz Standard Refresh Matrix Architecture
  • Processor: Apple A9 Chip with 64-Bit Architecture & Integrated M9 Motion Coprocessor
  • System Memory: 2GB LPDDR4 RAM
  • Biometrics: First-Generation Touch ID Biometric Fingerprint Sensor Built into Home Button

Hardware Components & Housing:

  • Rear Panel: Anodized Aluminum Housing with Inset Glass Accent Inlays
  • Frame: 6000 Series Aerospace-Grade Bead-Blasted Aluminum Unibody Chassis
  • Hardware Extra: Localized 3.5mm Analog Headphone Jack Interface
  • Rear Camera: 12MP Wide Main Optic (f/2.2 Aperture, 5-Element Lens, Sapphire Crystal Lens Cover)
  • Front Camera: 1.2MP FaceTime HD Camera (f/2.4 Aperture Layout with Retina Flash Support)
  • Video Recording: 4K Video Capture at 30 fps | 1080p High Definition at 30 fps or 60 fps
  • Battery: 1624 mAh High-Density Lithium-Ion Cell Matrix
  • Charging Port: Standard 8-Pin Lightning Data & Power Connection Port
  • Connectivity: 4G LTE | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Bluetooth 4.2 | NFC (Apple Pay Support inside Apps)
Tech truths

Parts Compatibility: A major customer misconception about the iPhone SE (2016) is that its front screen assembly can be seamlessly swapped with the newer iPhone SE (2020) or SE (2022) versions since they all share the "SE" branding. The 2016 model utilizes an entirely different, legacy 4.0-inch display layout. While the display assembly *is* cross-compatible with the older iPhone 5s, attempting to connect it to any modern 4.7-inch SE generation is completely impossible due to entirely distinct structural frame dimensions and logic board connections.

Compact Packaging: Unlike subsequent generations that use dense structural backing glue, the iPhone SE (2016) features a pure aluminum unibody enclosure. The phone opens exclusively from the front by lifting the screen panel out of the aluminum frame clips. Technicians must note that there are no wireless charging coils inside this model, making battery replacements significantly less risky than on newer glass-backed variants.

Home Button Pairing: When opening the iPhone SE (2016), you must exercise extreme caution immediately after separating the lower display lip. The physical home button is linked directly to the lower charging port assembly via a very short, highly fragile Touch ID flex ribbon cable. Pulling the screen open too far or too quickly without first detaching this tiny ribbon with a pair of precision tweezers will instantly tear the cable, permanently disabling Touch ID security functions.

Available Colors

The finishes this model came in. Handy for matching back glass, housings and frames.

  • Rose Gold

  • Gold

  • Space Gray

  • Silver

iPhone SE (2016) Service Prices

ServiceWhat It FixesInstalled Price
Screen Replacement~45mCall for a Quote
Battery Replacement~45mFast Drain, Random Shutdowns, Swelling, "Service" WarningFast Drain, Random Shutdowns, Swelling, "Service" WarningCall for a Quote
Back Glass Repair~45mLaser Back Glass: Lenses Not Included, Add +$15 Each, Full Back Panel Includes LensesCall for a Quote
Camera Lens Glass~45m+$15 Each Additional Lens, Real Sapphire CrystalCracked Lens Cover, Blurry or Hazy Photos, Glare or Light StreaksCracked Lens Cover, Blurry or Hazy Photos, Glare or Light Streaks$50
Basic Services
Screen Protector InstallHigh-Quality Tempered Glass, Free With Screen Replacement, $10 With Any Other Repair$25
Charging Port CleaningClears Lint and Debris From the Port, Free With Any Repair$35
DiagnosticsFind the Fault and Quote the Repair, Free With Any Repair$35
Basic Water DamageCleaning, Drying and Deoxidizing Connectors, No Parts Replaced+$30
Advanced Water DamageSensor Replacement and Ultrasonic Cleaning+$60

Times are estimates and can vary with parts and device condition.

Installed Prices, Parts and Labor Included
1-year warranty against defects on undamaged parts

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