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No, your iPhone SE (2nd gen) case won't fit the iPhone SE (3rd gen)

The iPhone SE (2nd gen) (138.4×67.3mm) and iPhone SE (3rd gen) (138.4×67.3mm) differ too much for cases to be compatible.

Does a iPhone SE (2nd gen) Case Fit iPhone SE (3rd gen)?

Last verified: March 2026

No, a iPhone SE (2nd gen) case will not fit the iPhone SE (3rd gen). The phones have different dimensions that make cases incompatible.

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Your iPhone SE (2nd gen) case will NOT fit the iPhone SE (3rd gen). Here's why:

  • Camera bump size differs significantly
  • Camera bump protrusion slightly different
  • Button placement differs — cutouts may not align
SpeciPhone SE (2nd gen)iPhone SE (3rd gen)Diff
Height138.4mm138.4mmSame
Width67.3mm67.3mmSame
Thickness7.3mm7.3mmSame
Camera LayoutsinglesingleSame
PortlightninglightningSame

Button & Port Alignment

  • Button placement differs — cutouts may not align
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Size Comparison

10mm
iPhone SE (2nd gen)iPhone SE (3rd gen)

Wireless Charging & MagSafe

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Wireless chargers work with both phones, but magnetic snap varies.

  • Both devices support wireless charging. Standard Qi/Qi2 chargers work with either phone.

iPhone SE (2nd gen)

Qi only

7.5W max

iPhone SE (3rd gen)

Qi only

7.5W max

MagSafe cases are NOT cross-compatible between these devices — the case body is shaped to each phone, even though the internal magnet ring may be the same.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are iPhone SE (2nd gen) and iPhone SE (3rd gen) the same size?

iPhone SE (2nd gen) measures 138.4×67.3×7.3mm while iPhone SE (3rd gen) measures 138.4×67.3×7.3mm. They are different sizes.

Can I use a iPhone SE (2nd gen) screen protector on iPhone SE (3rd gen)?

Same screen size (4.7") with minimal width difference — should fit.

What's different between iPhone SE (2nd gen) and iPhone SE (3rd gen) dimensions?

The height differs by 0.0mm, the width by 0.0mm, and thickness by 0.0mm.

Do I need a new case for iPhone SE (3rd gen)?

Yes, you'll need a new case. The iPhone SE (3rd gen) has different dimensions than the iPhone SE (2nd gen), so cases are not interchangeable.

Will iPhone SE (2nd gen) accessories work with iPhone SE (3rd gen)?

Chargers and cables are compatible since both phones use the same lightning port. Both support wireless charging, so wireless chargers work with either phone. Cases and screen protectors depend on exact dimensions — check our compatibility results above.

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