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iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16 Plus

Quick answer

The iPhone 16 Plus is 6.3 millimetres0.25 inches wider and 11.3 millimetres0.44 inches taller than the iPhone 17.

The iPhone 17 on Amazon (paid link) is noticeably lighter and easier to handle in one hand than the iPhone 16 Plus (paid link), which gives you significantly more screen canvas at the cost of extra bulk. You will also notice the smoother motion on the iPhone 17 screen. Choose the iPhone 17 for everyday comfort, or the iPhone 16 Plus if screen space matters most.

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Easier one-handediPhone 17

PocketiPhone 17

Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight17149.6 millimetres5.89 inches71.5 millimetres2.81 inches7.95 millimetres0.31 inches177 grams6.24 ounces16 Plus160.9 millimetres, 11.3 millimetres more6.33 inches, 0.44 inches more77.8 millimetres, 6.3 millimetres more3.06 inches, 0.25 inches more7.80 millimetres, 0.15 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.01 inches less199 grams, 22 grams more7.02 ounces, 0.78 ounces more

Height: 17 149.6 millimetres, 16 Plus 160.9 millimetres.Height: 17 5.89 inches, 16 Plus 6.33 inches.Width: 17 71.5 millimetres, 16 Plus 77.8 millimetres.Width: 17 2.81 inches, 16 Plus 3.06 inches.Depth: 17 7.95 millimetres, 16 Plus 7.80 millimetres.Depth: 17 0.31 inches, 16 Plus 0.31 inches.Weight: 17 177 grams, 16 Plus 199 grams.Weight: 17 6.24 ounces, 16 Plus 7.02 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 17, iPhone 16 Plus. Differences are given against iPhone 17.
Specification1716 Plus
Height149.6 millimetres5.89 inches160.9 millimetres, 11.3 millimetres more6.33 inches, 0.44 inches more
Width71.5 millimetres2.81 inches77.8 millimetres, 6.3 millimetres more3.06 inches, 0.25 inches more
Depth7.95 millimetres0.31 inches7.80 millimetres, 0.15 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.01 inches less
Weight177 grams6.24 ounces199 grams, 22 grams more7.02 ounces, 0.78 ounces more
Volume85.0 cubic centimetres5.19 cubic inches97.6 cubic centimetres, 12.6 cubic centimetres more5.96 cubic inches, 0.77 cubic inches more
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.90 percent88 percent, 2 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.3 inches6.7 inches, 0.4 inches more
Resolution1206 × 26221290 × 2796
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 hrs27 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 dollars899 dollars, 100 dollars more
ReleasedSep 2025Sep 2024
StatusCurrentCurrent

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Questions about these phones

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

The iPhone 16 Plus is 6.3 mm wider, 11.3 mm taller, and 0.15 mm thinner than the iPhone 17.

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

The iPhone 17 weighs 177 g, which makes it 22 g lighter than the iPhone 16 Plus at 199 g.

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

The iPhone 17 has a 6.3-inch display, while the iPhone 16 Plus comes with a larger 6.7-inch display.

Which phone is better for one-handed use and smaller hands?

The iPhone 17 is easier to use with one hand and better suited for smaller hands compared to the iPhone 16 Plus.

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

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

Which phone is more pocketable between the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 Plus?

The iPhone 17 is more pocketable than the iPhone 16 Plus due to its smaller overall footprint.