Apple iPhone SE (4th generation) vs OPPO Find X6 Pro
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone SE 4 delivers flagship performance in a compact, affordable package with its A18 chip and exceptional 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display at 60Hz. OPPO Find X6 Pro counters with a larger 6.82-inch 120Hz LTPO3 AMOLED screen, significantly superior camera system featuring a 1-inch Sony IMX989 sensor with optical zoom, and 5000mAh battery supporting 100W charging versus 20W on the SE. Raw processing power slightly favors OPPO's Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, though Apple's A18 handles tasks efficiently. At $499, the iPhone SE 4 represents outstanding value for iOS users prioritizing build quality and everyday performance. For those wanting versatile photography, faster displays, and wireless charging speed, OPPO's $899 pricing aligns with its premium capabilities. Budget-conscious buyers should choose the SE 4; photography enthusiasts and Android users should prefer the Find X6 Pro.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone SE (4th generation) if…
- →First SE with an OLED display, a generational leap over prior LCD
- →A18 chip enables Apple Intelligence at the entry price point
- →Face ID replaces Touch ID with modern full-screen front design
Buy the OPPO Find X6 Pro if…
- →Triple 50 MP camera system with flagship 1-inch Sony IMX989 main sensor
- →100W wired + 50W wireless charging is blazing fast
- →Stunning 2500-nit LTPO3 AMOLED display
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone SE (4th generation)
Pros
- First SE with an OLED display, a generational leap over prior LCD
- A18 chip enables Apple Intelligence at the entry price point
- Face ID replaces Touch ID with modern full-screen front design
- USB-C replaces Lightning for universal compatibility
- Most affordable iPhone with A18 performance
Cons
- No telephoto or ultrawide camera — single rear lens only
- Capped at 60Hz with no ProMotion
- No Dynamic Island; uses standard notch
- No MagSafe support, only standard Qi wireless
- Modest battery life compared to standard iPhone 16
OPPO Find X6 Pro
Pros
- Triple 50 MP camera system with flagship 1-inch Sony IMX989 main sensor
- 100W wired + 50W wireless charging is blazing fast
- Stunning 2500-nit LTPO3 AMOLED display
- Hasselblad collaboration delivers excellent color science
- Premium build with vegan leather or ceramic options
Cons
- Heavy at 218 g and thick at 9.1 mm
- ColorOS is heavily skinned with some bloatware
- Limited availability outside China for some variants
- 2.8x telephoto zoom is shorter than 5x periscope competitors
- Expensive at $899+ without strong brand recognition globally
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone SE (4th generation) | OPPO Find X6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 18 | Android 13 (ColorOS 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 167 g | 218 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or ceramic back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 138.7 x 67.3 x 7.9 mm | 164.8 x 76.2 x 9.1 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX989 (1-inch sensor) |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@60fps, Dolby Vision HDR |
| Telephoto | — | 50 MP, f/2.6, 2.8x optical zoom, OIS |
| Ultrawide | — | 50 MP, f/2.2, Sony IMX890 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB / 16 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | ~3279 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 100W SUPERVOOC |
| Wireless charging | 7.5W Qi | 50W AirVOOC |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.82 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO3 AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 3168 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 2500 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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