I’d replace an SE with a iPhone 13mini if you’re on a budget. If you’re feeling like going all out, get her the regular iPhone 15. If the 15 is too much for you, look down a bit at the “regular 13pro”. You’ll get 120hz, better camera and of course 5G. just no usb-c like the 15.

Good luck shopping👍🏽

a regular 13pro 120hz is a safe bet💯. A SE would be a hot ass mess frfr. If he’s tryna go SE I’d say a 13mini would way better