iPhone 16 vs iPhone 14
Quick answer
The iPhone 14 is the same size as the iPhone 16, 2 grams0.07 ounces heavier.
The iPhone 16 on Amazon (paid link) and iPhone 14 (paid link) feel nearly identical in your hand, so the choice comes down to performance and price. The 16 delivers noticeably faster speeds and better endurance for a premium price, and it supports the latest features. The renewed 14 is a smart pick if you just want the latest software without overspending. Pick the 16 for longevity and new features, or save the difference with the older model.
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Easier one-handed: Same
Pocket: Same
Weight difference: Not noticeable
iPhone 16
from $799 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon (paid link)iPhone 14
from $799 at launch.
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TRUE SCALE · 1.5 PX/MM
TRUE SCALE · 2.3 PX/MM
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. iPhone 14: 146.7 by 71.5 by 7.8 millimetres, 172 grams.
16, 14 shown at 2.3 pixels per millimetre.
iPhone 16
from $799 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon (paid link)iPhone 14
from $799 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon Renewed (paid link)
Paid link.
Height: 16 147.6 millimetres, 14 146.7 millimetres.Height: 16 5.81 inches, 14 5.78 inches.Width: 16 71.6 millimetres, 14 71.5 millimetres.Width: 16 2.82 inches, 14 2.81 inches.Depth: 16 7.80 millimetres, 14 7.80 millimetres.Depth: 16 0.31 inches, 14 0.31 inches.Weight: 16 170 grams, 14 172 grams.Weight: 16 6.00 ounces, 14 6.07 ounces.
Specifications
| Specification | 16 | 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 147.6 millimetres5.81 inches | 146.7 millimetres, 0.9 millimetres less5.78 inches, 0.04 inches less |
| Width | 71.6 millimetres2.82 inches | 71.5 millimetres, 0.1 millimetres less2.81 inches, the same |
| Depth | 7.80 millimetres0.31 inches | 7.80 millimetres, the same0.31 inches, the same |
| Weight | 170 grams6.00 ounces | 172 grams, 2 grams more6.07 ounces, 0.07 ounces more |
| Volume | 82.4 cubic centimetres5.03 cubic inches | 81.8 cubic centimetres, 0.6 cubic centimetres less4.99 cubic inches, 0.04 cubic inches less |
| Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure. | 87 percent | 86 percent, 1 percent less |
| Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches. | 6.1 inches | 6.1 inches, the same |
| Resolution | 1179 × 2556 | 1170 × 2532 |
| Pixel density | 460 pixels per inch | 460 pixels per inch, the same |
| Cutout | Dynamic Island | Notch |
| Rear main | 48MP | 12MP f/1.5 |
| Rear ultra-wide | — | 12MP f/2.4 |
| Rear telephoto | — | — |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP f/1.9 |
| Chip | A18 | A15 Bionic |
| Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity. | 22 hrs | 20 hrs |
| Port | USB-C | Lightning |
| Wireless | 5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth | 5G · Wi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Water resistance | IP68 (6m for 30 min) | IP68 (6m for 30 min) |
| Storage | 128 – 512 GB | 128 – 512 GB |
| Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars. | 799 dollars | 799 dollars, the same |
| Released | Sep 2024 | Sep 2022 |
| Status | Current | Discontinued |
Dimensions
The iPhone 14 is 0.9 mm (0.04 in) shorter, 0.1 mm narrower and 2 g (0.07 oz) heavier than the iPhone 16. The iPhone 16 measures 147.6 × 71.6 × 7.80 mm (5.81 × 2.82 × 0.31 in) and weighs 170 g (6.00 oz). The iPhone 14 measures 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.80 mm (5.78 × 2.81 × 0.31 in) and weighs 172 g (6.07 oz).
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Questions about these phones
How much bigger is iPhone 16 than iPhone 14?
iPhone 16 is 0.9 mm taller than iPhone 14 but shares the same width and depth. Both devices have nearly identical overall dimensions.
Which phone is lighter between iPhone 16 and iPhone 14?
iPhone 16 weighs 170 g while iPhone 14 weighs 172 g. The 2 g difference is not noticeable in daily use.
Do iPhone 16 and iPhone 14 have the same screen size?
Yes, both iPhone 16 and iPhone 14 feature a 6.1 inch display. The screen-to-body ratio is very similar on both models.
Is iPhone 16 easier to use with one hand than iPhone 14?
Both phones are rated the same for one-handed use based on average adult hand size. Neither model offers a significant advantage in single-hand operation.
Will iPhone 16 and iPhone 14 fit in a typical men's jeans pocket?
Yes, both iPhone 16 and iPhone 14 fit in a typical men's jeans pocket. Neither phone fits comfortably in a median women's jeans pocket.
Is upgrading from iPhone 14 to iPhone 16 worth it for size alone?
The size difference is minimal so upgrading for dimensions alone is not recommended. Both phones occupy roughly the same space in hand or pocket.