iPhone 7 Plus vs iPhone 18 Pro
Quick answer
The iPhone 18 Pro is 6.0 millimetres0.24 inches narrower and 23 grams0.81 ounces heavier than the iPhone 7 Plus.
The iPhone 7 Plus on Amazon (paid link) has stopped receiving iOS updates, while the iPhone 18 Pro (paid link) runs the latest software and lasts significantly longer on a charge. You can get the 7 Plus renewed for a fraction of the price, but if you want a modern phone with current features, pick the 18 Pro.
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Easier one-handed: iPhone 18 Pro
Pocket: iPhone 18 Pro
Weight difference: Noticeable
iPhone 7 Plus
from $769 at launch.
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Check price on Amazon Renewed (paid link)iPhone 18 Pro
from $1,199 at launch.
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TRUE SCALE · 1.4 PX/MM
TRUE SCALE · 2.1 PX/MM
Hand: US Army ANSUR II, 2012 (sex-balanced median). Pockets: The Pudding, 2018. Card: ISO/IEC 7810 ID-1.
iPhone 7 Plus: 158.2 by 77.9 by 7.3 millimetres, 188 grams. iPhone 18 Pro: 150 by 71.9 by 8.75 millimetres, 211 grams.
7 Plus, 18 Pro shown at 2.1 pixels per millimetre.
iPhone 7 Plus
from $769 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon Renewed (paid link)iPhone 18 Pro
from $1,199 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon (paid link)
Paid link.
Height: 7 Plus 158.2 millimetres, 18 Pro 150.0 millimetres.Height: 7 Plus 6.23 inches, 18 Pro 5.91 inches.Width: 7 Plus 77.9 millimetres, 18 Pro 71.9 millimetres.Width: 7 Plus 3.07 inches, 18 Pro 2.83 inches.Depth: 7 Plus 7.30 millimetres, 18 Pro 8.75 millimetres.Depth: 7 Plus 0.29 inches, 18 Pro 0.34 inches.Weight: 7 Plus 188 grams, 18 Pro 211 grams.Weight: 7 Plus 6.63 ounces, 18 Pro 7.44 ounces.
Specifications
| Specification | 7 Plus | 18 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 158.2 millimetres6.23 inches | 150.0 millimetres, 8.2 millimetres less5.91 inches, 0.32 inches less |
| Width | 77.9 millimetres3.07 inches | 71.9 millimetres, 6.0 millimetres less2.83 inches, 0.24 inches less |
| Depth | 7.30 millimetres0.29 inches | 8.75 millimetres, 1.45 millimetres more0.34 inches, 0.06 inches more |
| Weight | 188 grams6.63 ounces | 211 grams, 23 grams more7.44 ounces, 0.81 ounces more |
| Volume | 90.0 cubic centimetres5.49 cubic inches | 94.4 cubic centimetres, 4.4 cubic centimetres more5.76 cubic inches, 0.27 cubic inches more |
| Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure. | 68 percent | 89 percent, 22 percent more |
| Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches. | 5.5 inches | 6.3 inches, 0.8 inches more |
| Resolution | 1080 × 1920 | 1206 × 2622 |
| Pixel density | 401 pixels per inch | 460 pixels per inch, 59 pixels per inch more |
| Cutout | None | Dynamic Island |
| Rear main | 12MP | 48MP Fusion, variable aperture f/1.48-f/4.0 |
| Rear ultra-wide | — | 48MP Fusion f/2.2 |
| Rear telephoto | — | 48MP Fusion 100mm (4x optical, 8x optical-quality) |
| Front camera | 7MP | 18MP Center Stage f/1.9 |
| Chip | A10 Fusion | A20 Pro |
| Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity. | 14 hrs | 36 hrs |
| Port | Lightning | USB-C |
| Wireless | 4G LTE · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth | 5G · Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Apple C2 modem |
| Water resistance | IP67 (1m for 30 min) | IP68 (6m for 30 min) |
| Storage | 32 – 256 GB | 256 GB – 2 TB |
| Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars. | 769 dollars | 1,199 dollars, 430 dollars more |
| Released | Sep 2016 | Sep 2026 |
| Status | Legacy | Current |
Dimensions
The iPhone 18 Pro is 8.2 mm (0.32 in) shorter, 6.0 mm (0.24 in) narrower, 1.45 mm (0.06 in) thicker and 23 g (0.81 oz) heavier than the iPhone 7 Plus. The iPhone 7 Plus measures 158.2 × 77.9 × 7.30 mm (6.23 × 3.07 × 0.29 in) and weighs 188 g (6.63 oz). The iPhone 18 Pro measures 150.0 × 71.9 × 8.75 mm (5.91 × 2.83 × 0.34 in) and weighs 211 g (7.44 oz).
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Questions about these phones
How much shorter and narrower is the iPhone 18 Pro compared to the iPhone 7 Plus?
The iPhone 18 Pro is 8.2 mm shorter and 6 mm narrower than the iPhone 7 Plus. This size reduction allows for a larger display on a smaller chassis.
Which phone has a larger screen size?
The iPhone 18 Pro features a 6.3 inch screen compared to the 5.5 inch screen on the iPhone 7 Plus. The higher pixel density on the iPhone 18 Pro results in sharper text and images.
Is the iPhone 18 Pro easier to use one handed than the iPhone 7 Plus?
The iPhone 18 Pro is easier to use one-handed than the iPhone 7 Plus. Its narrower width fits more comfortably in an average adult hand.
Do these phones fit in men's and women's pockets?
Both models fit in a typical men's jeans pocket but not a women's. The iPhone 18 Pro is more pocketable because the iPhone 18 Pro is narrower than the iPhone 7 Plus.
What is the weight difference between the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 7 Plus?
The iPhone 18 Pro weighs 23 grams more than the iPhone 7 Plus. This difference in weight is noticeable during extended use.
Is upgrading for size worth it?
Whether the size upgrade is worth it depends on your priorities for screen space and ergonomics. The iPhone 18 Pro provides more screen real estate while occupying less hand space than the iPhone 7 Plus.