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iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16

Quick answer

The iPhone 16 is the same size as the iPhone 17, 7 grams0.25 ounces lighter.

The iPhone 17 on Amazon (paid link) brings a much smoother display and noticeably better battery life compared to the iPhone 16 (paid link). You won't feel a dramatic shift in speed or daily handling between the two. Go with the iPhone 17 if you want that fluid screen and lasting power, or save some cash with the iPhone 16.

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Easier one-handedSame

PocketSame

Weight differenceNot noticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight17149.6 millimetres5.89 inches71.5 millimetres2.81 inches7.95 millimetres0.31 inches177 grams6.24 ounces16147.6 millimetres, 2.0 millimetres less5.81 inches, 0.08 inches less71.6 millimetres, 0.1 millimetres more2.82 inches, the same7.80 millimetres, 0.15 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.01 inches less170 grams, 7 grams less6.00 ounces, 0.25 ounces less

Height: 17 149.6 millimetres, 16 147.6 millimetres.Height: 17 5.89 inches, 16 5.81 inches.Width: 17 71.5 millimetres, 16 71.6 millimetres.Width: 17 2.81 inches, 16 2.82 inches.Depth: 17 7.95 millimetres, 16 7.80 millimetres.Depth: 17 0.31 inches, 16 0.31 inches.Weight: 17 177 grams, 16 170 grams.Weight: 17 6.24 ounces, 16 6.00 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 17, iPhone 16. Differences are given against iPhone 17.
Specification1716
Height149.6 millimetres5.89 inches147.6 millimetres, 2.0 millimetres less5.81 inches, 0.08 inches less
Width71.5 millimetres2.81 inches71.6 millimetres, 0.1 millimetres more2.82 inches, the same
Depth7.95 millimetres0.31 inches7.80 millimetres, 0.15 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.01 inches less
Weight177 grams6.24 ounces170 grams, 7 grams less6.00 ounces, 0.25 ounces less
Volume85.0 cubic centimetres5.19 cubic inches82.4 cubic centimetres, 2.6 cubic centimetres less5.03 cubic inches, 0.16 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.90 percent87 percent, 3 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
ChipA19A18
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.30 hrs22 hrs
PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage256 – 512 GB128 – 512 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.799 dollars799 dollars, the same
ReleasedSep 2025Sep 2024
StatusCurrentCurrent

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Questions about these phones

How do the sizes of the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 compare?

The iPhone 16 is 2.0 mm shorter, 0.15 mm thinner, and 7 g lighter than the iPhone 17.

Is the iPhone 17 noticeably heavier than the iPhone 16?

No, the 7 g difference in weight between the iPhone 17 and the iPhone 16 is not noticeable in daily use.

Do the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 fit in a pocket easily?

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

Which phone is better for one-handed use between the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16?

The iPhone 17 and the iPhone 16 offer the same level of ease for one-handed use.

What are the screen sizes of the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16?

The iPhone 17 features a 6.3-inch display, while the iPhone 16 features a 6.1-inch display.

Is the iPhone 17 upgrade worth it purely for the size change?

Deciding if the size change alone makes the iPhone 17 worth upgrading from the iPhone 16 depends on personal preference for the slightly larger screen.