iPhone 16e vs iPhone SE (3rd gen) size
The iPhone 16e measures 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm and the iPhone SE (3rd gen) measures 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm. The iPhone 16e is the bigger phone. Its front covers 12.6% more area than the iPhone SE (3rd gen).
- iPhone 16e167 g146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm
- iPhone SE (3rd gen)144 g138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the iPhone 16e measures up
| Spec | iPhone 16e | iPhone SE (3rd gen) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 146.7 mm 5.78 in | 138.4 mm 5.45 in | +8.3 mm (+6.0%) |
| Width | 71.5 mm 2.81 in | 67.3 mm 2.65 in | +4.2 mm (+6.2%) |
| Thickness | 7.8 mm 0.31 in | 7.3 mm 0.29 in | +0.5 mm (+6.8%) |
| Weight | 167 g 5.9 oz | 144 g 5.1 oz | +23 g (+16.0%) |
| Screen | 6.1 in | 4.7 in | +1.4 in (+29.8%) |
| Front footprint | 104.9 cm² | 93.1 cm² | +11.7 cm² (+12.6%) |
What the difference feels like
The iPhone 16e is 4.2 mm wider, an obvious difference in the hand. If you use your phone one-handed, the iPhone SE (3rd gen) will be easier to reach across.
In a jeans pocket the iPhone 16e sits 8.3 mm higher, about 0.33 inches.
The iPhone 16e is 0.5 mm thicker. Manufacturers measure thickness without the camera bump, so the real difference at the camera can be larger.
At 23 g heavier (0.8 oz), the iPhone 16e is noticeably heftier when you hold it up to read.
Common questions
Is the iPhone 16e bigger than the iPhone SE (3rd gen)?
The iPhone 16e is the bigger phone. Its front covers 12.6% more area than the iPhone SE (3rd gen). Height differs by 8.3 mm and width by 4.2 mm.
Will a iPhone SE (3rd gen) case fit the iPhone 16e?
No. A case is cut for one model's exact size, buttons and camera, and these two differ by 8.3 mm in height and 4.2 mm in width. Buy a case made for the iPhone 16e.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
The iPhone SE (3rd gen), because it is 4.2 mm narrower. Width matters more than height for reaching across the screen with your thumb.
Cases and prices
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Sources
- iPhone 16e: manufacturer spec page
- iPhone SE (3rd gen): manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: iPhone 16e and iPhone SE (3rd gen).