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iPhone 17 vs iPhone X

Quick answer

The iPhone X is 6.0 millimetres0.24 inches shorter than the iPhone 17.

The iPhone X on Amazon (paid link) is stuck on iOS 16, so it no longer gets updates. The iPhone 17 (paid link) runs the latest software and lasts much longer on a charge, making it the only real choice for daily use.

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Easier one-handediPhone X

PocketSame

Weight differenceNot noticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight17149.6 millimetres5.89 inches71.5 millimetres2.81 inches7.95 millimetres0.31 inches177 grams6.24 ouncesX143.6 millimetres, 6.0 millimetres less5.65 inches, 0.24 inches less70.9 millimetres, 0.6 millimetres less2.79 inches, 0.02 inches less7.70 millimetres, 0.25 millimetres less0.30 inches, 0.01 inches less174 grams, 3 grams less6.14 ounces, 0.11 ounces less

Height: 17 149.6 millimetres, X 143.6 millimetres.Height: 17 5.89 inches, X 5.65 inches.Width: 17 71.5 millimetres, X 70.9 millimetres.Width: 17 2.81 inches, X 2.79 inches.Depth: 17 7.95 millimetres, X 7.70 millimetres.Depth: 17 0.31 inches, X 0.30 inches.Weight: 17 177 grams, X 174 grams.Weight: 17 6.24 ounces, X 6.14 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 17, iPhone X. Differences are given against iPhone 17.
Specification17X
Height149.6 millimetres5.89 inches143.6 millimetres, 6.0 millimetres less5.65 inches, 0.24 inches less
Width71.5 millimetres2.81 inches70.9 millimetres, 0.6 millimetres less2.79 inches, 0.02 inches less
Depth7.95 millimetres0.31 inches7.70 millimetres, 0.25 millimetres less0.30 inches, 0.01 inches less
Weight177 grams6.24 ounces174 grams, 3 grams less6.14 ounces, 0.11 ounces less
Volume85.0 cubic centimetres5.19 cubic inches78.4 cubic centimetres, 6.6 cubic centimetres less4.78 cubic inches, 0.41 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.90 percent83 percent, 7 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.3 inches5.8 inches, 0.5 inches less
Resolution1206 × 26221125 × 2436
Pixel density460 pixels per inch458 pixels per inch, 2 pixels per inch less
CutoutDynamic IslandNotch
Rear main48MP12MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP7MP
ChipA19A11 Bionic
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.30 hrs13 hrs
PortUSB-CLightning
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth4G LTE · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP67 (1m for 30 min)
Storage256 – 512 GB64 – 256 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.799 dollars999 dollars, 200 dollars more
ReleasedSep 2025Nov 2017
StatusCurrentLegacy

Dimensions

The iPhone X is 6.0 mm (0.24 in) shorter, 0.6 mm (0.02 in) narrower, 0.25 mm (0.01 in) thinner and 3 g (0.11 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 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 17

Questions about these phones

How much bigger is iPhone 17 than iPhone X?

iPhone 17 is 6 mm taller and 0.6 mm wider than iPhone X. The overall volume is also larger by about 6.6 cm³.

Is iPhone 17 heavier than iPhone X?

iPhone 17 weighs 177 g and iPhone X weighs 174 g. This 3 g difference is not noticeable in daily use.

Which phone has a larger screen?

iPhone 17 has a 6.3 inch screen while iPhone X has a 5.8 inch screen. The larger display on iPhone 17 provides more content space.

Which phone is easier to use one-handed?

iPhone X is easier to use one-handed than iPhone 17. It is also better for small hands due to its compact build.

Do these phones fit in a jeans pocket?

Both iPhone 17 and iPhone X fit in a typical men's jeans pocket. Neither model fits in a typical women's jeans pocket.

Is upgrading to iPhone 17 worth it for size?

A size-only upgrade to iPhone 17 is not considered worth it. The physical differences between the two phones are minimal.