The battery performance of the upcoming iPhone SE 4 compared to the iPhone 14, particularly during gaming, is a topic of interest due to their similar battery capacities and differing chip efficiencies.
Battery Capacity and Chip Efficiency
Both the iPhone SE 4 and iPhone 14 are expected to have a battery capacity of 3,279 mAh[3][6]. However, the efficiency of their respective chipsets will play a crucial role in battery longevity during demanding tasks like gaming. The iPhone SE 4 is rumored to feature the A18 Bionic chip, which is built on a more advanced 3nm process technology. This should theoretically allow for better power management compared to the iPhone 14's A15 Bionic chip, which is based on a 5nm process[3][6].
Gaming Performance Insights
The iPhone 14 has been noted for its average battery performance during gaming scenarios. It struggles with autonomy when playing games, which can lead to faster battery drain compared to other activities[2]. Although specific gaming tests for the iPhone SE 4 have not been conducted yet, if the A18 chip delivers on its efficiency promises, it could outperform the iPhone 14 in this area.
Conclusion
While both devices have the same battery capacity, the efficiency of the A18 chip in the iPhone SE 4 suggests that it may last longer than the iPhone 14 during gaming sessions. The real-world performance will ultimately depend on software optimizations and how well games are adapted to each device's hardware capabilities.
Citations:[1] https://www.phonearena.com/news/apple-iphone-se-battery-life_id138909
[2] https://www.dxomark.com/apple-iphone-14-battery-test/
[3] https://www.phonearena.com/reviews/iphone-se-4-2025-vs-iphone-14_id6751
[4] https://www.pcmag.com/news/5-things-i-want-from-the-apple-iphone-se-4
[5] https://techrovermind.com/review/apple-iphone-14-plus-review-the-best-gaming-phone-right-now/
[6] https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/iphones/iphone-se-4-vs-iphone-14-which-low-cost-iphone-is-best
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j1YLxnSVdOw
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eElgq7JFN84