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iPhone XS Max vs iPhone 16e

Quick answer

The iPhone 16e is 5.9 millimetres0.23 inches narrower and 41 grams1.45 ounces lighter than the iPhone XS Max.

The iPhone XS Max on Amazon (paid link) no longer gets iOS updates, leaving you stuck on its final version while the iPhone 16e (paid link) runs the newest with Apple Intelligence. The 16e feels lighter in hand and lasts longer through the day, making it the clear pick unless you only need the cheapest screen available.

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Easier one-handediPhone 16e

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Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeightXS Max157.5 millimetres6.20 inches77.4 millimetres3.05 inches7.70 millimetres0.30 inches208 grams7.34 ounces16e146.7 millimetres, 10.8 millimetres less5.78 inches, 0.43 inches less71.5 millimetres, 5.9 millimetres less2.81 inches, 0.23 inches less7.80 millimetres, 0.10 millimetres more0.31 inches, the same167 grams, 41 grams less5.89 ounces, 1.45 ounces less

Height: XS Max 157.5 millimetres, 16e 146.7 millimetres.Height: XS Max 6.20 inches, 16e 5.78 inches.Width: XS Max 77.4 millimetres, 16e 71.5 millimetres.Width: XS Max 3.05 inches, 16e 2.81 inches.Depth: XS Max 7.70 millimetres, 16e 7.80 millimetres.Depth: XS Max 0.30 inches, 16e 0.31 inches.Weight: XS Max 208 grams, 16e 167 grams.Weight: XS Max 7.34 ounces, 16e 5.89 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone XS Max, iPhone 16e. Differences are given against iPhone XS Max.
SpecificationXS Max16e
Height157.5 millimetres6.20 inches146.7 millimetres, 10.8 millimetres less5.78 inches, 0.43 inches less
Width77.4 millimetres3.05 inches71.5 millimetres, 5.9 millimetres less2.81 inches, 0.23 inches less
Depth7.70 millimetres0.30 inches7.80 millimetres, 0.10 millimetres more0.31 inches, the same
Weight208 grams7.34 ounces167 grams, 41 grams less5.89 ounces, 1.45 ounces less
Volume93.9 cubic centimetres5.73 cubic inches81.8 cubic centimetres, 12.1 cubic centimetres less4.99 cubic inches, 0.74 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.84 percent86 percent, 2 percent more
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.5 inches6.1 inches, 0.4 inches less
Resolution1242 × 26881170 × 2532
Pixel density458 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, 2 pixels per inch more
CutoutNotchNotch
Rear main12MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP
ChipA12 BionicA18
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.15 hrs26 hrs
PortLightningUSB-C
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.05G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP67 (1m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage64 – 512 GB128 – 512 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.1,099 dollars599 dollars, 500 dollars less
ReleasedSep 2018Feb 2025
StatusLegacyCurrent

Dimensions

The iPhone 16e is 10.8 mm (0.43 in) shorter, 5.9 mm (0.23 in) narrower, 0.10 mm thicker and 41 g (1.45 oz) lighter than the iPhone XS Max. The iPhone XS Max measures 157.5 × 77.4 × 7.70 mm (6.20 × 3.05 × 0.30 in) and weighs 208 g (7.34 oz). The iPhone 16e measures 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.80 mm (5.78 × 2.81 × 0.31 in) and weighs 167 g (5.89 oz).

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Questions about these phones

How does iPhone 16e size compare to iPhone XS Max?

iPhone 16e is 10.8 mm shorter and 5.9 mm narrower than iPhone XS Max.

How much lighter is iPhone 16e than iPhone XS Max?

iPhone 16e weighs 41 g less than iPhone XS Max.

Is the iPhone 16e screen smaller than iPhone XS Max?

iPhone 16e has a 6.1 inch display while iPhone XS Max has a 6.5 inch display.

Is iPhone 16e better for one handed use?

iPhone 16e is easier to use one handed than iPhone XS Max.

Which phone fits better in a men's jeans pocket?

iPhone 16e is more pocketable than iPhone XS Max in a typical men's jeans pocket.

Is the iPhone 16e a size upgrade over iPhone XS Max?

Upgrading from iPhone XS Max to iPhone 16e is worth it for size if you prefer a smaller phone.