iPhone 7 Plus vs iPhone X
Quick answer
The iPhone X is 7.0 millimetres0.28 inches narrower and 14.6 millimetres0.57 inches shorter than the iPhone 7 Plus.
Both are stuck on old software; the 7 Plus on Amazon (paid link) ends at iOS 15 and the X (paid link) stops at 16. The X feels fresher with its lighter, bezel-free design, but renewed prices reflect that edge. If you want something cheap and functional, the 7 Plus still works, yet the X is the better choice if you want a bigger screen in a smaller package today. If you want a modern device instead, consider the iPhone 17e (paid link).
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Easier one-handed: iPhone X
Pocket: iPhone X
Weight difference: Noticeable
iPhone 7 Plus
from $769 at launch.
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from $999 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 X: 143.6 by 70.9 by 7.7 millimetres, 174 grams.
7 Plus, X 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 X
from $999 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon Renewed (paid link)
Paid link.
Height: 7 Plus 158.2 millimetres, X 143.6 millimetres.Height: 7 Plus 6.23 inches, X 5.65 inches.Width: 7 Plus 77.9 millimetres, X 70.9 millimetres.Width: 7 Plus 3.07 inches, X 2.79 inches.Depth: 7 Plus 7.30 millimetres, X 7.70 millimetres.Depth: 7 Plus 0.29 inches, X 0.30 inches.Weight: 7 Plus 188 grams, X 174 grams.Weight: 7 Plus 6.63 ounces, X 6.14 ounces.
Specifications
| Specification | 7 Plus | X |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 158.2 millimetres6.23 inches | 143.6 millimetres, 14.6 millimetres less5.65 inches, 0.57 inches less |
| Width | 77.9 millimetres3.07 inches | 70.9 millimetres, 7.0 millimetres less2.79 inches, 0.28 inches less |
| Depth | 7.30 millimetres0.29 inches | 7.70 millimetres, 0.40 millimetres more0.30 inches, 0.02 inches more |
| Weight | 188 grams6.63 ounces | 174 grams, 14 grams less6.14 ounces, 0.49 ounces less |
| Volume | 90.0 cubic centimetres5.49 cubic inches | 78.4 cubic centimetres, 11.6 cubic centimetres less4.78 cubic inches, 0.71 cubic inches less |
| Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure. | 68 percent | 83 percent, 15 percent more |
| Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches. | 5.5 inches | 5.8 inches, 0.3 inches more |
| Resolution | 1080 × 1920 | 1125 × 2436 |
| Pixel density | 401 pixels per inch | 458 pixels per inch, 57 pixels per inch more |
| Cutout | None | Notch |
| Rear main | 12MP | 12MP |
| Rear ultra-wide | — | — |
| Rear telephoto | — | — |
| Front camera | 7MP | 7MP |
| Chip | A10 Fusion | A11 Bionic |
| Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity. | 14 hrs | 13 hrs |
| Port | Lightning | Lightning |
| Wireless | 4G LTE · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth | 4G LTE · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth |
| Water resistance | IP67 (1m for 30 min) | IP67 (1m for 30 min) |
| Storage | 32 – 256 GB | 64 – 256 GB |
| Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars. | 769 dollars | 999 dollars, 230 dollars more |
| Released | Sep 2016 | Nov 2017 |
| Status | Legacy | Legacy |
Dimensions
The iPhone X is 14.6 mm (0.57 in) shorter, 7.0 mm (0.28 in) narrower, 0.40 mm (0.02 in) thicker and 14 g (0.49 oz) lighter 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 X measures 143.6 × 70.9 × 7.70 mm (5.65 × 2.79 × 0.30 in) and weighs 174 g (6.14 oz).
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Questions about these phones
How does the iPhone X size compare to the iPhone 7 Plus?
The iPhone X is 14.6 mm shorter and 7.0 mm narrower than the iPhone 7 Plus. It features a larger 5.8 inch screen despite being physically smaller.
Which phone is lighter, the iPhone X or the iPhone 7 Plus?
The iPhone X is 14 g lighter than the iPhone 7 Plus. This weight difference is noticeable when holding and using the devices.
Which model has the larger display?
The iPhone X has a 5.8 inch display while the iPhone 7 Plus has a 5.5 inch display. The iPhone X screen is 0.3 inches larger than the iPhone 7 Plus screen.
Is the iPhone X easier to use with one hand?
The iPhone X is easier for one handed use than the iPhone 7 Plus. Its dimensions make it better for small hands compared to the wider iPhone 7 Plus.
Do both phones fit in a typical men's jeans pocket?
Both the iPhone X and the iPhone 7 Plus fit in a typical men's jeans pocket. The iPhone X is considered more pocketable due to its smaller overall volume.
Is upgrading from the iPhone 7 Plus to the iPhone X worth it for size?
A size only upgrade from the iPhone 7 Plus to the iPhone X is not worth it. The iPhone X offers a modern design but relies on older internal technology.