iPhone 16 size and dimensions
Quick answer
The iPhone 16 measures 147.65.81 by 71.62.82 by 7.80 millimetres0.31 inches and weighs 170 grams6.00 ounces.
Apple sells the iPhone 16 on Amazon (paid link) for 799 now. It brings the A18 chip and modern capabilities in a manageable size that easily fits most pockets and handles comfortably with one hand.
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One-handed: Yes
Pocket: Yes
Feels heavy: No
TRUE SCALE · 1.1 PX/MM
TRUE SCALE · 1.8 PX/MM
Average adult hand · 187 mm long, 82 mm across
Hand: US Army ANSUR II, 2012 (sex-balanced median). Pockets: The Pudding, 2018. Card: ISO/IEC 7810 ID-1.
iPhone 16: 147.6 by 71.6 by 7.8 millimetres, 170 grams.
16 shown at 1.8 pixels per millimetre.
iPhone 16
from $799 at launch.
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Height: 16 147.6 millimetres.Height: 16 5.81 inches.Width: 16 71.6 millimetres.Width: 16 2.82 inches.Depth: 16 7.80 millimetres.Depth: 16 0.31 inches.Weight: 16 170 grams.Weight: 16 6.00 ounces.
Specifications
| Specification | 16 |
|---|---|
| Height | 147.6 millimetres5.81 inches |
| Width | 71.6 millimetres2.82 inches |
| Depth | 7.80 millimetres0.31 inches |
| Weight | 170 grams6.00 ounces |
| Volume | 82.4 cubic centimetres5.03 cubic inches |
| Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure. | 87 percent |
| Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches. | 6.1 inches |
| Resolution | 1179 × 2556 |
| Pixel density | 460 pixels per inch |
| Cutout | Dynamic Island |
| Rear main | 48MP |
| Rear ultra-wide | — |
| Rear telephoto | — |
| Front camera | 12MP |
| Chip | A18 |
| Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity. | 22 hrs |
| Port | USB-C |
| Wireless | 5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth |
| Water resistance | IP68 (6m for 30 min) |
| Storage | 128 – 512 GB |
| Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars. | 799 dollars |
| Released | Sep 2024 |
| Status | Current |
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Questions about these phones
What are the exact dimensions of the iPhone 16?
The iPhone 16 measures 147.6 mm high by 71.6 mm wide by 7.8 mm deep.
How much does the iPhone 16 weigh?
The iPhone 16 weighs 170 grams, which keeps it light and balanced in the hand.
What size is the screen on the iPhone 16?
The iPhone 16 features a 6.1-inch display with a resolution of 1179 by 2556 pixels.
Is the iPhone 16 easy to use with one hand?
Yes, the iPhone 16 is comfortable and manageable for one-handed use for an average adult hand.
Does the iPhone 16 fit in a pocket easily?
The iPhone 16 fits comfortably in a typical men's jeans pocket, though it may be a tight fit in some women's pockets.
Is the iPhone 16 a good size for an upgrade from older models?
The iPhone 16 maintains a traditional 6.1-inch footprint that mirrors standard modern smartphone proportions.