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iPhone 16e vs iPhone X

Quick answer

The iPhone X is the same size as the iPhone 16e, 7 grams0.25 ounces heavier.

The iPhone X on Amazon (paid link) no longer gets iOS updates, so it sits on an old version. The iPhone 16e (paid link) runs the latest OS and lasts noticeably longer on a single charge. Even with a modest price premium for a renewed model, picking the supported phone is the right move. If you want a slight bump in specs, you could also check out the iPhone 17e (paid link).

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Easier one-handediPhone X

PocketSame

Weight differenceNot noticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight16e146.7 millimetres5.78 inches71.5 millimetres2.81 inches7.80 millimetres0.31 inches167 grams5.89 ouncesX143.6 millimetres, 3.1 millimetres less5.65 inches, 0.12 inches less70.9 millimetres, 0.6 millimetres less2.79 inches, 0.02 inches less7.70 millimetres, 0.10 millimetres less0.30 inches, the same174 grams, 7 grams more6.14 ounces, 0.25 ounces more

Height: 16e 146.7 millimetres, X 143.6 millimetres.Height: 16e 5.78 inches, X 5.65 inches.Width: 16e 71.5 millimetres, X 70.9 millimetres.Width: 16e 2.81 inches, X 2.79 inches.Depth: 16e 7.80 millimetres, X 7.70 millimetres.Depth: 16e 0.31 inches, X 0.30 inches.Weight: 16e 167 grams, X 174 grams.Weight: 16e 5.89 ounces, X 6.14 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 16e, iPhone X. Differences are given against iPhone 16e.
Specification16eX
Height146.7 millimetres5.78 inches143.6 millimetres, 3.1 millimetres less5.65 inches, 0.12 inches less
Width71.5 millimetres2.81 inches70.9 millimetres, 0.6 millimetres less2.79 inches, 0.02 inches less
Depth7.80 millimetres0.31 inches7.70 millimetres, 0.10 millimetres less0.30 inches, the same
Weight167 grams5.89 ounces174 grams, 7 grams more6.14 ounces, 0.25 ounces more
Volume81.8 cubic centimetres4.99 cubic inches78.4 cubic centimetres, 3.4 cubic centimetres less4.78 cubic inches, 0.21 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.86 percent83 percent, 3 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.1 inches5.8 inches, 0.3 inches less
Resolution1170 × 25321125 × 2436
Pixel density460 pixels per inch458 pixels per inch, 2 pixels per inch less
CutoutNotchNotch
Rear main48MP12MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP7MP
ChipA18A11 Bionic
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 GB64 – 256 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.599 dollars999 dollars, 400 dollars more
ReleasedFeb 2025Nov 2017
StatusCurrentLegacy

Dimensions

The iPhone X is 3.1 mm (0.12 in) shorter, 0.6 mm (0.02 in) narrower, 0.10 mm thinner and 7 g (0.25 oz) heavier 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 X measures 143.6 × 70.9 × 7.70 mm (5.65 × 2.79 × 0.30 in) and weighs 174 g (6.14 oz).

Also compared with iPhone 16e

Questions about these phones

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

The iPhone 16e is 3.1 mm taller and 0.6 mm wider than the iPhone X.

Is the iPhone 16e lighter than the iPhone X?

The iPhone 16e weighs 7 grams less than the iPhone X. This weight difference is not generally considered noticeable.

Which phone has a bigger screen?

The iPhone 16e has a 6.1 inch display while the iPhone X has a 5.8 inch display.

Which phone is easier to use one-handed?

The iPhone X is easier to use one-handed than the iPhone 16e. It is better suited for smaller hands based on typical adult hand size.

Do these phones fit in a jeans pocket?

Both phones fit in a typical men's jeans pocket but not a typical women's jeans pocket. Their pocketability is considered the same.

Is it worth upgrading for size alone?

Upgrading from the iPhone X to the iPhone 16e for size alone is not worth it.