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iPhone 16e vs iPhone 7

Quick answer

The iPhone 7 is 4.4 millimetres0.17 inches narrower and 29 grams1.02 ounces lighter than the iPhone 16e.

The iPhone 7 on Amazon (paid link) no longer gets iOS updates while the 16e (paid link) is current and lasts longer on a charge. Even renewed, the 16e is the only practical choice for daily use in 2026. If you need something tiny and cheap, the 7 works, but otherwise move on.

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Easier one-handediPhone 7

PocketiPhone 7

Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight16e146.7 millimetres5.78 inches71.5 millimetres2.81 inches7.80 millimetres0.31 inches167 grams5.89 ounces7138.3 millimetres, 8.4 millimetres less5.44 inches, 0.33 inches less67.1 millimetres, 4.4 millimetres less2.64 inches, 0.17 inches less7.10 millimetres, 0.70 millimetres less0.28 inches, 0.03 inches less138 grams, 29 grams less4.87 ounces, 1.02 ounces less

Height: 16e 146.7 millimetres, 7 138.3 millimetres.Height: 16e 5.78 inches, 7 5.44 inches.Width: 16e 71.5 millimetres, 7 67.1 millimetres.Width: 16e 2.81 inches, 7 2.64 inches.Depth: 16e 7.80 millimetres, 7 7.10 millimetres.Depth: 16e 0.31 inches, 7 0.28 inches.Weight: 16e 167 grams, 7 138 grams.Weight: 16e 5.89 ounces, 7 4.87 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 16e, iPhone 7. Differences are given against iPhone 16e.
Specification16e7
Height146.7 millimetres5.78 inches138.3 millimetres, 8.4 millimetres less5.44 inches, 0.33 inches less
Width71.5 millimetres2.81 inches67.1 millimetres, 4.4 millimetres less2.64 inches, 0.17 inches less
Depth7.80 millimetres0.31 inches7.10 millimetres, 0.70 millimetres less0.28 inches, 0.03 inches less
Weight167 grams5.89 ounces138 grams, 29 grams less4.87 ounces, 1.02 ounces less
Volume81.8 cubic centimetres4.99 cubic inches65.9 cubic centimetres, 15.9 cubic centimetres less4.02 cubic inches, 0.97 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.86 percent65 percent, 21 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.1 inches4.7 inches, 1.4 inches less
Resolution1170 × 2532750 × 1334
Pixel density460 pixels per inch326 pixels per inch, 134 pixels per inch less
CutoutNotchNone
Rear main48MP12MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP7MP
ChipA18A10 Fusion
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.26 hrs13 hrs
PortUSB-CLightning
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth4G LTE · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP67 (1m for 30 min)
Storage128 – 512 GB32 – 256 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.599 dollars649 dollars, 50 dollars more
ReleasedFeb 2025Sep 2016
StatusCurrentLegacy

Dimensions

The iPhone 7 is 8.4 mm (0.33 in) shorter, 4.4 mm (0.17 in) narrower, 0.70 mm (0.03 in) thinner and 29 g (1.02 oz) lighter than the iPhone 16e. 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). The iPhone 7 measures 138.3 × 67.1 × 7.10 mm (5.44 × 2.64 × 0.28 in) and weighs 138 g (4.87 oz).

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Questions about these phones

How much bigger is the iPhone 16e than the iPhone 7?

The iPhone 16e is 8.4 mm taller and 4.4 mm wider than the iPhone 7.

What is the screen size difference between iPhone 16e and iPhone 7?

The iPhone 16e has a 6.1 inch display while the iPhone 7 has a 4.7 inch display.

Which phone is easier to use one-handed?

The iPhone 7 is easier to use one-handed and better for small hands than the iPhone 16e.

Does the iPhone 16e fit in a pocket like the iPhone 7?

The iPhone 7 is more pocketable than the iPhone 16e in a typical men's jeans pocket.

How much heavier is the iPhone 16e compared to the iPhone 7?

The iPhone 16e weighs 29 grams more than the iPhone 7.

Is upgrading to the iPhone 16e worth it for size alone?

Whether upgrading to the iPhone 16e is worth it for size alone depends on your needs.