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iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16 Pro

Quick answer

The iPhone 16 Pro is the same size as the iPhone 17e, 30 grams1.06 ounces heavier.

The iPhone 17e on Amazon (paid link) is lighter and the current pick at a lower price. The iPhone 16 Pro (paid link) offers a smoother display, but it remains heavier and older. If you value a comfortable fit with the latest software, the 17e is the better choice.

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Easier one-handediPhone 17e

PocketiPhone 17e

Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight17e146.7 millimetres5.78 inches71.5 millimetres2.81 inches7.80 millimetres0.31 inches169 grams5.96 ounces16 Pro149.6 millimetres, 2.9 millimetres more5.89 inches, 0.11 inches more71.5 millimetres, the same2.81 inches, the same8.25 millimetres, 0.45 millimetres more0.32 inches, 0.02 inches more199 grams, 30 grams more7.02 ounces, 1.06 ounces more

Height: 17e 146.7 millimetres, 16 Pro 149.6 millimetres.Height: 17e 5.78 inches, 16 Pro 5.89 inches.Width: 17e 71.5 millimetres, 16 Pro 71.5 millimetres.Width: 17e 2.81 inches, 16 Pro 2.81 inches.Depth: 17e 7.80 millimetres, 16 Pro 8.25 millimetres.Depth: 17e 0.31 inches, 16 Pro 0.32 inches.Weight: 17e 169 grams, 16 Pro 199 grams.Weight: 17e 5.96 ounces, 16 Pro 7.02 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 17e, iPhone 16 Pro. Differences are given against iPhone 17e.
Specification17e16 Pro
Height146.7 millimetres5.78 inches149.6 millimetres, 2.9 millimetres more5.89 inches, 0.11 inches more
Width71.5 millimetres2.81 inches71.5 millimetres, the same2.81 inches, the same
Depth7.80 millimetres0.31 inches8.25 millimetres, 0.45 millimetres more0.32 inches, 0.02 inches more
Weight169 grams5.96 ounces199 grams, 30 grams more7.02 ounces, 1.06 ounces more
Volume81.8 cubic centimetres4.99 cubic inches88.2 cubic centimetres, 6.4 cubic centimetres more5.39 cubic inches, 0.39 cubic inches more
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.86 percent90 percent, 4 percent more
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.1 inches6.3 inches, 0.2 inches more
Resolution1170 × 25321206 × 2622
Pixel density460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same
CutoutNotchDynamic Island
Rear main48MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP
ChipA19A18 Pro
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.26 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 GB – 1 TB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.599 dollars999 dollars, 400 dollars more
ReleasedMar 2026Sep 2024
StatusCurrentDiscontinued

Dimensions

The iPhone 16 Pro is 2.9 mm (0.11 in) taller, 0.45 mm (0.02 in) thicker and 30 g (1.06 oz) heavier than the iPhone 17e. The iPhone 17e measures 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.80 mm (5.78 × 2.81 × 0.31 in) and weighs 169 g (5.96 oz). The iPhone 16 Pro measures 149.6 × 71.5 × 8.25 mm (5.89 × 2.81 × 0.32 in) and weighs 199 g (7.02 oz).

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Questions about these phones

How much taller is the iPhone 16 Pro than the iPhone 17e?

The iPhone 16 Pro is 2.9 mm taller than the iPhone 17e while sharing the same width.

Is there a noticeable weight difference between the phones?

Yes, the iPhone 16 Pro weighs 30 grams more than the iPhone 17e.

Which phone has the larger screen?

The iPhone 16 Pro has a 6.3 inch display compared to the 6.1 inch screen on the iPhone 17e.

Which phone is easier to use one handed?

The iPhone 17e is easier to use one handed because the device is lighter and better for small hands.

How do the pocket fits compare between the two models?

Both phones fit in a typical men's jeans pocket but the iPhone 17e is more pocketable due to being lighter and thinner.

Is upgrading based only on size worth it?

The size difference between the iPhone 17e and iPhone 16 Pro is minimal so upgrading for size only is not worth doing.