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iPhone 15 Plus vs iPhone 16e

Quick answer

The iPhone 16e is 6.3 millimetres0.25 inches narrower and 34 grams1.20 ounces lighter than the iPhone 15 Plus.

The iPhone 16e on Amazon (paid link) is distinctly smaller and carries the newer chip, but you lose MagSafe. The iPhone 15 Plus (paid link) offers a larger display and wireless charging support, though it is an older device sold renewed today. Pick the 16e for daily comfort, or the 15 Plus if you need the bigger screen.

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Easier one-handediPhone 16e

PocketiPhone 16e

Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight15 Plus160.9 millimetres6.33 inches77.8 millimetres3.06 inches7.80 millimetres0.31 inches201 grams7.09 ounces16e146.7 millimetres, 14.2 millimetres less5.78 inches, 0.56 inches less71.5 millimetres, 6.3 millimetres less2.81 inches, 0.25 inches less7.80 millimetres, the same0.31 inches, the same167 grams, 34 grams less5.89 ounces, 1.20 ounces less

Height: 15 Plus 160.9 millimetres, 16e 146.7 millimetres.Height: 15 Plus 6.33 inches, 16e 5.78 inches.Width: 15 Plus 77.8 millimetres, 16e 71.5 millimetres.Width: 15 Plus 3.06 inches, 16e 2.81 inches.Depth: 15 Plus 7.80 millimetres, 16e 7.80 millimetres.Depth: 15 Plus 0.31 inches, 16e 0.31 inches.Weight: 15 Plus 201 grams, 16e 167 grams.Weight: 15 Plus 7.09 ounces, 16e 5.89 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 16e. Differences are given against iPhone 15 Plus.
Specification15 Plus16e
Height160.9 millimetres6.33 inches146.7 millimetres, 14.2 millimetres less5.78 inches, 0.56 inches less
Width77.8 millimetres3.06 inches71.5 millimetres, 6.3 millimetres less2.81 inches, 0.25 inches less
Depth7.80 millimetres0.31 inches7.80 millimetres, the same0.31 inches, the same
Weight201 grams7.09 ounces167 grams, 34 grams less5.89 ounces, 1.20 ounces less
Volume97.6 cubic centimetres5.96 cubic inches81.8 cubic centimetres, 15.8 cubic centimetres less4.99 cubic inches, 0.97 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.88 percent86 percent, 2 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.7 inches6.1 inches, 0.6 inches less
Resolution1290 × 27961170 × 2532
Pixel density460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same
CutoutDynamic IslandNotch
Rear main48MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP
ChipA16 BionicA18
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.26 hrs26 hrs
PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage128 – 512 GB128 – 512 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.899 dollars599 dollars, 300 dollars less
ReleasedSep 2023Feb 2025
StatusDiscontinuedCurrent

Dimensions

The iPhone 16e is 14.2 mm (0.56 in) shorter, 6.3 mm (0.25 in) narrower and 34 g (1.20 oz) lighter than the iPhone 15 Plus. The iPhone 15 Plus measures 160.9 × 77.8 × 7.80 mm (6.33 × 3.06 × 0.31 in) and weighs 201 g (7.09 oz). The iPhone 16e measures 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.80 mm (5.78 × 2.81 × 0.31 in) and weighs 167 g (5.89 oz).

Also compared with iPhone 15 Plus

Questions about these phones

How much smaller is iPhone 16e than iPhone 15 Plus?

The iPhone 16e is 14.2 mm shorter and 6.3 mm narrower than the iPhone 15 Plus. Both phones share the same depth of 7.8 mm.

Is iPhone 16e lighter than iPhone 15 Plus?

The iPhone 16e weighs 34 g less than the iPhone 15 Plus. This weight difference is noticeable when comparing the two devices.

What is the screen size difference between iPhone 15 Plus and iPhone 16e?

The iPhone 15 Plus has a 6.7 inch display while the iPhone 16e has a 6.1 inch display. The iPhone 15 Plus screen is 0.6 inches larger.

Which phone is easier to use one-handed?

The iPhone 16e is easier to use one-handed than the iPhone 15 Plus. It is also better for small hands due to its smaller dimensions.

Which phone fits better in a pocket?

The iPhone 16e is more pocketable than the iPhone 15 Plus. Both fit in a typical men's jeans pocket.

Is upgrading from iPhone 15 Plus to iPhone 16e worth it for size?

Whether upgrading from iPhone 15 Plus to iPhone 16e is worth it for size depends on your needs. The iPhone 16e offers a more compact size while the iPhone 15 Plus retains a larger screen.