iPhone X vs iPhone 16 Plus
Quick answer
The iPhone 16 Plus is 6.9 millimetres0.27 inches wider and 17.3 millimetres0.68 inches taller than the iPhone X.
The iPhone X on Amazon (paid link) has stopped getting iOS updates, so it is stuck on its last version. The 16 Plus (paid link) runs the newest OS and its battery lasts much longer, though it costs more renewed. If you need a phone that supports new apps for years, pay the extra price. You might also want to check out the iPhone 17e (paid link) for a different option.
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Easier one-handed: iPhone X
Pocket: iPhone X
Weight difference: Noticeable
iPhone X
from $999 at launch.
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from $899 at launch.
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TRUE SCALE · 1.3 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 X: 143.6 by 70.9 by 7.7 millimetres, 174 grams. iPhone 16 Plus: 160.9 by 77.8 by 7.8 millimetres, 199 grams.
X, 16 Plus shown at 2.1 pixels per millimetre.
iPhone X
from $999 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon Renewed (paid link)iPhone 16 Plus
from $899 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon (paid link)
Paid link.
Height: X 143.6 millimetres, 16 Plus 160.9 millimetres.Height: X 5.65 inches, 16 Plus 6.33 inches.Width: X 70.9 millimetres, 16 Plus 77.8 millimetres.Width: X 2.79 inches, 16 Plus 3.06 inches.Depth: X 7.70 millimetres, 16 Plus 7.80 millimetres.Depth: X 0.30 inches, 16 Plus 0.31 inches.Weight: X 174 grams, 16 Plus 199 grams.Weight: X 6.14 ounces, 16 Plus 7.02 ounces.
Specifications
| Specification | X | 16 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 143.6 millimetres5.65 inches | 160.9 millimetres, 17.3 millimetres more6.33 inches, 0.68 inches more |
| Width | 70.9 millimetres2.79 inches | 77.8 millimetres, 6.9 millimetres more3.06 inches, 0.27 inches more |
| Depth | 7.70 millimetres0.30 inches | 7.80 millimetres, 0.10 millimetres more0.31 inches, the same |
| Weight | 174 grams6.14 ounces | 199 grams, 25 grams more7.02 ounces, 0.88 ounces more |
| Volume | 78.4 cubic centimetres4.78 cubic inches | 97.6 cubic centimetres, 19.2 cubic centimetres more5.96 cubic inches, 1.17 cubic inches more |
| Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure. | 83 percent | 88 percent, 5 percent more |
| Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches. | 5.8 inches | 6.7 inches, 0.9 inches more |
| Resolution | 1125 × 2436 | 1290 × 2796 |
| Pixel density | 458 pixels per inch | 460 pixels per inch, 2 pixels per inch more |
| Cutout | Notch | Dynamic Island |
| Rear main | 12MP | 48MP |
| Rear ultra-wide | — | — |
| Rear telephoto | — | — |
| Front camera | 7MP | 12MP |
| Chip | A11 Bionic | A18 |
| Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity. | 13 hrs | 27 hrs |
| Port | Lightning | USB-C |
| Wireless | 4G LTE · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth | 5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth |
| Water resistance | IP67 (1m for 30 min) | IP68 (6m for 30 min) |
| Storage | 64 – 256 GB | 128 – 512 GB |
| Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars. | 999 dollars | 899 dollars, 100 dollars less |
| Released | Nov 2017 | Sep 2024 |
| Status | Legacy | Current |
Dimensions
The iPhone 16 Plus is 17.3 mm (0.68 in) taller, 6.9 mm (0.27 in) wider, 0.10 mm thicker and 25 g (0.88 oz) heavier than the iPhone X. 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). The iPhone 16 Plus measures 160.9 × 77.8 × 7.80 mm (6.33 × 3.06 × 0.31 in) and weighs 199 g (7.02 oz).
Also compared with iPhone X
Questions about these phones
How much bigger is the iPhone 16 Plus than the iPhone X?
The iPhone 16 Plus is 17.3 mm taller and 6.9 mm wider than the iPhone X. It also has 0.1 mm more depth.
Is the iPhone 16 Plus heavier than the iPhone X?
Yes, the iPhone 16 Plus weighs 25 grams more than the iPhone X. The verdict states this weight difference is noticeable.
What is the screen size difference between iPhone X and iPhone 16 Plus?
The iPhone 16 Plus has a 6.7 inch display while the iPhone X has a 5.8 inch display. This is a difference of 0.9 inches.
Which phone is better for one-handed use?
The iPhone X is easier for one-handed use and better for small hands. The iPhone 16 Plus is larger and more difficult to manage.
Do these phones fit in a typical men's jeans pocket?
The iPhone X is rated as more pocketable than the iPhone 16 Plus. Both models fit in a typical men's jeans pocket.
Is upgrading from iPhone X to iPhone 16 Plus worth it for size?
Whether this is a size only upgrade worth it depends on your needs. Support and battery decide the upgrade.