iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16e size
The iPhone 17e measures 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm and the iPhone 16e measures 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm. The iPhone 17e and iPhone 16e take up almost exactly the same space in your hand.
- iPhone 17e169 g146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm
- iPhone 16e167 g146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the iPhone 17e measures up
| Spec | iPhone 17e | iPhone 16e | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 146.7 mm 5.78 in | 146.7 mm 5.78 in | Same |
| Width | 71.5 mm 2.81 in | 71.5 mm 2.81 in | Same |
| Thickness | 7.8 mm 0.31 in | 7.8 mm 0.31 in | Same |
| Weight | 169 g 6.0 oz | 167 g 5.9 oz | +2 g (+1.2%) |
| Screen | 6.1 in | 6.1 in | Same |
| Front footprint | 104.9 cm² | 104.9 cm² | Same |
What the difference feels like
The two are within a fraction of a millimetre of each other in width, which is the measurement your grip notices most, so they should feel close to the same in the hand.
Height is almost identical, so they sit the same in a pocket.
Common questions
Is the iPhone 17e bigger than the iPhone 16e?
The iPhone 17e and iPhone 16e take up almost exactly the same space in your hand. Height differs by 0 mm and width by 0 mm.
Will a iPhone 16e case fit the iPhone 17e?
Their bodies are within 0.3 mm of each other, so some cases may fit both, but button and camera cutouts are designed per model. Only buy a case that lists the iPhone 17e by name.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
They are the same width, so neither has an edge for one-handed reach. The shorter phone makes the top corners a little easier to reach.
Cases and prices
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Sources
- iPhone 17e: manufacturer spec page
- iPhone 16e: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: iPhone 17e and iPhone 16e.