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iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16e

Quick answer

The iPhone 16e is the same size as the iPhone 17, 10 grams0.35 ounces lighter.

The iPhone 17 on Amazon (paid link) feels smoother on the display and keeps MagSafe, while the iPhone 16e (paid link) is shorter and lighter to carry. Both run the latest iOS and the chip difference won’t change how you use them day to day. Choose the 17 if you want the extra screen real estate and battery, or grab the renewed 16e for the savings.

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Easier one-handediPhone 16e

PocketiPhone 16e

Weight differenceNot noticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight17149.6 millimetres5.89 inches71.5 millimetres2.81 inches7.95 millimetres0.31 inches177 grams6.24 ounces16e146.7 millimetres, 2.9 millimetres less5.78 inches, 0.11 inches less71.5 millimetres, the same2.81 inches, the same7.80 millimetres, 0.15 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.01 inches less167 grams, 10 grams less5.89 ounces, 0.35 ounces less

Height: 17 149.6 millimetres, 16e 146.7 millimetres.Height: 17 5.89 inches, 16e 5.78 inches.Width: 17 71.5 millimetres, 16e 71.5 millimetres.Width: 17 2.81 inches, 16e 2.81 inches.Depth: 17 7.95 millimetres, 16e 7.80 millimetres.Depth: 17 0.31 inches, 16e 0.31 inches.Weight: 17 177 grams, 16e 167 grams.Weight: 17 6.24 ounces, 16e 5.89 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 17, iPhone 16e. Differences are given against iPhone 17.
Specification1716e
Height149.6 millimetres5.89 inches146.7 millimetres, 2.9 millimetres less5.78 inches, 0.11 inches less
Width71.5 millimetres2.81 inches71.5 millimetres, the same2.81 inches, the same
Depth7.95 millimetres0.31 inches7.80 millimetres, 0.15 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.01 inches less
Weight177 grams6.24 ounces167 grams, 10 grams less5.89 ounces, 0.35 ounces less
Volume85.0 cubic centimetres5.19 cubic inches81.8 cubic centimetres, 3.2 cubic centimetres less4.99 cubic inches, 0.20 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.90 percent86 percent, 4 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.3 inches6.1 inches, 0.2 inches less
Resolution1206 × 26221170 × 2532
Pixel density460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same
CutoutDynamic IslandNotch
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 hrs26 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 dollars599 dollars, 200 dollars less
ReleasedSep 2025Feb 2025
StatusCurrentCurrent

Dimensions

The iPhone 16e is 2.9 mm (0.11 in) shorter, 0.15 mm (0.01 in) thinner and 10 g (0.35 oz) lighter than the iPhone 17. The iPhone 17 measures 149.6 × 71.5 × 7.95 mm (5.89 × 2.81 × 0.31 in) and weighs 177 g (6.24 oz). 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).

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Questions about these phones

How much smaller is the iPhone 16e than the iPhone 17?

The iPhone 16e is 2.9 mm shorter and 0.15 mm thinner than the iPhone 17 while sharing the same width. This makes the iPhone 16e slightly more compact in the hand.

Is the iPhone 16e lighter than the iPhone 17?

The iPhone 16e weighs 10 grams less than the iPhone 17 at 167 grams total. This difference is generally not noticeable during daily use.

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

The iPhone 17 has a 6.3 inch display while the iPhone 16e has a 6.1 inch display. Both models share the same 460 ppi pixel density.

Which phone is easier to use one-handed?

The iPhone 16e is easier to use one-handed than the iPhone 17. It is also better for small hands due to its smaller dimensions.

Do these phones fit in a typical jeans pocket?

Both phones fit in a typical men's jeans pocket but not in a typical women's jeans pocket based on measured median sizes. Their widths are identical at 71.5 mm.

Is it worth upgrading to the iPhone 17 for size alone?

It depends on whether you prefer a larger screen and newer features over a smaller device. The iPhone 16e offers a more compact size if that is your priority.