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iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 16

Quick answer

The iPhone 16 is 0.95 millimetres0.04 inches thinner and 36 grams1.27 ounces lighter than the iPhone 17 Pro.

The iPhone 16 on Amazon (paid link) is lighter and slips easier into a pocket, while the iPhone 17 Pro (paid link) lasts significantly longer on a single charge and features a much smoother display. Apple sells the iPhone 16 new for its list price, whereas the iPhone 17 Pro is available renewed. If daily battery endurance and a faster screen matter more than saving weight, go with the iPhone 17 Pro.

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Easier one-handedSame

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Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight17 Pro150.0 millimetres5.91 inches71.9 millimetres2.83 inches8.75 millimetres0.34 inches206 grams7.27 ounces16147.6 millimetres, 2.4 millimetres less5.81 inches, 0.09 inches less71.6 millimetres, 0.3 millimetres less2.82 inches, 0.01 inches less7.80 millimetres, 0.95 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.04 inches less170 grams, 36 grams less6.00 ounces, 1.27 ounces less

Height: 17 Pro 150.0 millimetres, 16 147.6 millimetres.Height: 17 Pro 5.91 inches, 16 5.81 inches.Width: 17 Pro 71.9 millimetres, 16 71.6 millimetres.Width: 17 Pro 2.83 inches, 16 2.82 inches.Depth: 17 Pro 8.75 millimetres, 16 7.80 millimetres.Depth: 17 Pro 0.34 inches, 16 0.31 inches.Weight: 17 Pro 206 grams, 16 170 grams.Weight: 17 Pro 7.27 ounces, 16 6.00 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 16. Differences are given against iPhone 17 Pro.
Specification17 Pro16
Height150.0 millimetres5.91 inches147.6 millimetres, 2.4 millimetres less5.81 inches, 0.09 inches less
Width71.9 millimetres2.83 inches71.6 millimetres, 0.3 millimetres less2.82 inches, 0.01 inches less
Depth8.75 millimetres0.34 inches7.80 millimetres, 0.95 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.04 inches less
Weight206 grams7.27 ounces170 grams, 36 grams less6.00 ounces, 1.27 ounces less
Volume94.4 cubic centimetres5.76 cubic inches82.4 cubic centimetres, 11.9 cubic centimetres less5.03 cubic inches, 0.73 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.89 percent87 percent, 2 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.3 inches6.1 inches, 0.2 inches less
Resolution1206 × 26221179 × 2556
Pixel density460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same
CutoutDynamic IslandDynamic Island
Rear main48MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP
ChipA19 ProA18
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.32 hrs22 hrs
PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage256 GB – 1 TB128 – 512 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.1,099 dollars799 dollars, 300 dollars less
ReleasedSep 2025Sep 2024
StatusDiscontinuedCurrent

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Questions about these phones

How do the dimensions of the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 16 compare?

The iPhone 16 is 2.4 mm shorter, 0.3 mm narrower, and 0.95 mm thinner than the iPhone 17 Pro.

Which phone is lighter between the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 16?

The iPhone 16 weighs 170 g, making it 36 g lighter than the 206 g iPhone 17 Pro.

What is the screen size difference between the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 16?

The iPhone 17 Pro features a 6.3-inch display, which is 0.2 inches larger than the 6.1-inch screen on the iPhone 16.

Do the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 16 fit in a typical men's jeans pocket?

Both the iPhone 17 Pro and the iPhone 16 fit comfortably inside a typical men's jeans pocket.

Can you easily use the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 16 with one hand?

Both the iPhone 17 Pro and the iPhone 16 offer the same level of one-handed ease.

Is the iPhone 17 Pro much heavier than the iPhone 16?

The 36 g weight difference between the iPhone 17 Pro and the iPhone 16 is noticeable in daily handling.