Apple iPhone SE 2020 (128GB) vs Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)

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Side by side comparison between Apple iPhone SE (2020) vs Nokia Lumia 530 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

4/21/2020 8:12 PM, updated: 9/11/2025 6:54 PM

Compare Nokia Lumia 530 X Apple iPhone SE 2020 (128GB) 39Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.7"
IPS

750x1334

12
MP

7.1mp

3GB
RAM

Hexa-core

1821
mAh

(Non removable)

05Points Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017) Compare Apple iPhone SE (2020) X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
TFT

480x854

5
MP

512MB
RAM

Quad-core

1430
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Apple iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)

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39 Advantages Apple iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	vs	5 Advantages Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
+2.65GHz 64bit Hexa-core (7nm)164% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)
+3GB LPDDR4X5 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	512MB LPDDR2
+128GB (111GB available)43 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	4GB (2.5GB available)
+NVMe (SSD)Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	eMMC 4.5
+7.3 millimeters (0.29 inches)60% Thinner	vs	11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Plastic body, glass front
+TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCDAdvantage TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+750x1334 pixels144% Higher resolution screen	vs	480x854 pixels
+326 PPI33% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	245 PPI
+4.7"18% Larger screen	vs	4"
+(back) 12MP138% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 5MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures	vs	Not supported
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	Not supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo/video and HDR photo on front cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+f/1.8 (aperture)33% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.	vs	f/2.4 (aperture)
+(front) 7.1MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)19 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	FWVGA (854x480)
+2300000 apps (App Store)2 times More apps available to download and use	vs	700000 apps (Marketplace)
+4G LTE-AAdvantage The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster	vs	3G+ HSPA+
+(4G LTE-A) 1024 Mbps48 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+1821 mAh27% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1430 mAh
+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.	vs	Not supported
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+Stereo soundAdvantage Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls	vs	Mono sound (not stereo)
+3 microphones50% More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	2 microphones
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	4.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
+IP67 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
Not supported	vs	+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
148 grams (5.18 ounces)	vs	+129 grams (4.52 ounces)15% Lighter
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
proprietary audio output	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

11 Common items in both devices

60Hz

16 million

Only digital zoom

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Hands-free calling

+4 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
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Model	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Other model names	iPhone SE 2nd gen. (A2275, A2296, A2298), iPhone SE2	Nokia Lumia 530 Single-SIM RM-1017, Nokia Rock
Country or region available	(Global, International)	(Europe), Canada, USA, Mexico
Brand	Apple	Nokia
Release date	4/24/2020, Announced: 4/15/2020	8/1/2014, Announced: 7/1/2014
Depth	7.3 millimeters (0.29 inches)	11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)
Size (width x height)	67.3 x 138.4 millimeters (2.65 x 5.45 in)	62.3 x 119.7 millimeters (2.45 x 4.71 in)
Weight	148 grams (5.18 ounces)	129 grams (4.52 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum frame, glass front/back	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	IP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min	Not supported
📲 Display
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Display type	TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	4.7" inches	4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~65.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~59.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	750x1334 pixels (16:9)	480x854 pixels (16:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	326 PPI	245 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	625nits[typ] Wide color gamut True-tone Oleophobic coating screen	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
System version	iOS 13	Windows Phone 8.1
Firmware update	iOS 26	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	Denim UI
⚙️ Processor
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Chipset	64bit: Apple A13 Bionic (7nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8212) (28nm)
CPU	Hexa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.65GHz Lightning (Dual-core) 4x 1.8GHz Thunder (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Apple GPU MP4	Qualcomm Adreno 302 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 462253 (v8) Geekbench: 3237 (v5.1)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
RAM memory	3GB LPDDR4X	512MB LPDDR2
Internal storage	128GB (111GB available) NVMe (SSD)	4GB (2.5GB available) eMMC 4.5
External storage	Not supported	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	1024/150 Mbps	21/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 900/2100 America version: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat16 VoLTE A2275 (USA, Canada, Puerto Rico version), A2298 (China version): LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, 66, 71) TD‑LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48) A2296 (Global version): LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66) TD‑LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G network	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat16 VoLTE A2275 (USA, Canada, Puerto Rico version), A2298 (China version): LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, 66, 71) TD‑LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48) A2296 (Global version): LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66) TD‑LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	Not supported
📷 Camera
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Back camera (main camera)	12 megapixels	5 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4000x3000 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps	FWVGA (854x480) 30 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/4" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video and HDR photo on front camera	Not supported
Camera extras	1080p@240fps	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Front camera (secondary)	7.1 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	3072x2304 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	3 microphones	2 microphones
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
USB	USB 2.0 proprietary connector	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	proprietary audio output	3.5mm jack
TV output	Proprietary TV-out	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-5J
Battery capacity	1821 mAh	1430 mAh
Charger, watts	18W Wired fast charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	7.5W Qi wireless charging	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	10 hours
Standby	feature not registered	528 hours (22 days)
➕ Other features
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White, Red • Apple Pay	• Colors: Orange, Green, White, Dark grey • Internet Explorer 11 • OneDrive 15GB • Skype, Viber, WhatsApp
☢️ Radiation rate
	iPhone SE 2020 (128GB)	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.17W/kg (head), 1.16W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.98W/kg (head), 0.99W/kg (body)	feature not registered