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iPhone 16 Pro vs iPhone 17e

Quick answer

The iPhone 17e is the same size as the iPhone 16 Pro, 30 grams1.06 ounces lighter.

The iPhone 17e on Amazon (paid link) is new and lighter, while the iPhone 16 Pro (paid link) is older and heavier but carries stronger optics. You will feel the weight gap in-hand, and the Pro keeps a smoother display with better glass. Pick the 17e for a fresh, compact daily driver, or settle for the 16 Pro to keep the zoom and extra smoothness.

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Easier one-handediPhone 17e

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Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight16 Pro149.6 millimetres5.89 inches71.5 millimetres2.81 inches8.25 millimetres0.32 inches199 grams7.02 ounces17e146.7 millimetres, 2.9 millimetres less5.78 inches, 0.11 inches less71.5 millimetres, the same2.81 inches, the same7.80 millimetres, 0.45 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.02 inches less169 grams, 30 grams less5.96 ounces, 1.06 ounces less

Height: 16 Pro 149.6 millimetres, 17e 146.7 millimetres.Height: 16 Pro 5.89 inches, 17e 5.78 inches.Width: 16 Pro 71.5 millimetres, 17e 71.5 millimetres.Width: 16 Pro 2.81 inches, 17e 2.81 inches.Depth: 16 Pro 8.25 millimetres, 17e 7.80 millimetres.Depth: 16 Pro 0.32 inches, 17e 0.31 inches.Weight: 16 Pro 199 grams, 17e 169 grams.Weight: 16 Pro 7.02 ounces, 17e 5.96 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 17e. Differences are given against iPhone 16 Pro.
Specification16 Pro17e
Height149.6 millimetres5.89 inches146.7 millimetres, 2.9 millimetres less5.78 inches, 0.11 inches less
Width71.5 millimetres2.81 inches71.5 millimetres, the same2.81 inches, the same
Depth8.25 millimetres0.32 inches7.80 millimetres, 0.45 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.02 inches less
Weight199 grams7.02 ounces169 grams, 30 grams less5.96 ounces, 1.06 ounces less
Volume88.2 cubic centimetres5.39 cubic inches81.8 cubic centimetres, 6.4 cubic centimetres less4.99 cubic inches, 0.39 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.90 percent86 percent, 4 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.3 inches6.1 inches, 0.2 inches less
Resolution1206 × 26221170 × 2532
Pixel density460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same
CutoutDynamic IslandNotch
Rear main48MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP
ChipA18 ProA19
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.27 hrs26 hrs
PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage128 GB – 1 TB256 – 512 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.999 dollars599 dollars, 400 dollars less
ReleasedSep 2024Mar 2026
StatusDiscontinuedCurrent

Dimensions

The iPhone 17e is 2.9 mm (0.11 in) shorter, 0.45 mm (0.02 in) thinner and 30 g (1.06 oz) lighter than the iPhone 16 Pro. The iPhone 16 Pro measures 149.6 × 71.5 × 8.25 mm (5.89 × 2.81 × 0.32 in) and weighs 199 g (7.02 oz). The iPhone 17e measures 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.80 mm (5.78 × 2.81 × 0.31 in) and weighs 169 g (5.96 oz).

Also compared with iPhone 16 Pro

Questions about these phones

How much smaller is the iPhone 17e than the iPhone 16 Pro?

The iPhone 17e is 2.9 mm shorter and 0.45 mm thinner than the iPhone 16 Pro with identical width.

Is the iPhone 17e lighter than the iPhone 16 Pro?

Yes, the iPhone 17e is 30 grams lighter than the iPhone 16 Pro.

Which phone has the larger display?

The iPhone 16 Pro has a 6.3 inch screen that is 0.2 inch larger than the iPhone 17e display.

Which phone is better for one handed use?

The iPhone 17e is easier to use one handed and better for small hands than the iPhone 16 Pro.

Which phone is more pocketable?

The iPhone 17e is more pocketable than the iPhone 16 Pro and both fit in a typical men's jeans pocket.

Is the size difference worth an upgrade?

Whether a size only upgrade is worth it depends on how much you value the lighter weight and smaller screen.