Device Size Comparison

iPhone 16 vs iPhone 17e

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Comparison Summary

iPhone 16 is slightly wider than iPhone 17e (71.6 mm vs 71.5 mm), both weigh 170 g. iPhone 16 is 0.1 mm wider and 0.9 mm taller than iPhone 17e, making iPhone 16 slightly larger overall on paper.

Key Differences

  • Height

    The iPhone 16 is 0.9mm taller than the iPhone 17e.

  • Width

    The iPhone 16 is 0.1mm wider than the iPhone 17e.

  • Weight

    The iPhone 16 and iPhone 17e both weigh 170g, so neither device is heavier on the spec sheet.

  • Thickness

    The iPhone 16 and iPhone 17e match at 7.8mm thick.

Winner Cards

Smaller body

iPhone 17e

iPhone 17e (71.5 × 146.7 mm) vs iPhone 16 (71.6 × 147.6 mm).

Lighter weight

Tie

Both weigh 170 g.

Thinner design

Tie

Both are 7.8 mm thick.

Pocketability

iPhone 17e

iPhone 17e has a smaller overall body size for pocket carry (71.5 × 146.7 × 7.8 mm).

Larger overall size

iPhone 16

iPhone 16 is 0.1 mm wider and 0.9 mm taller than iPhone 17e (71.6 × 147.6 mm vs 71.5 × 146.7 mm).

Dimension Comparison Table

DimensioniPhone 16iPhone 17eDifference
Width71.6 mm71.5 mm-0.1 mm
Height147.6 mm146.7 mm-0.9 mm
Thickness7.8 mm7.8 mm0 mm
Weight170 g170 g0 g

Real-world Usage

Pocket Carry

The iPhone 17e is the better pocket fit on paper; the iPhone 16 may feel tighter when stored vertically in shallow pockets.

One-Hand Use

One-handed grip and thumb reach should feel similar because both models are close on width and height.

Daily Comfort

At the same listed weight, the iPhone 16's larger outer shell may feel less dense in hand than the more compact iPhone 17e.

Travel & Bag Carry

The iPhone 16 uses more organizer space in a bag or backpack; the iPhone 17e leaves more room beside cases and chargers.

Buying Recommendation

Who should choose the iPhone 16?

Choose the iPhone 16 if you prefer the larger listed body with wider 71.6 mm body (vs 71.5 mm), taller 147.6 mm frame (vs 146.7 mm), and larger overall footprint (71.6 × 147.6 mm vs 71.5 × 146.7 mm).

Who should choose the iPhone 17e?

Choose the iPhone 17e if you want the more compact listed option with narrower 71.5 mm width (vs 71.6 mm), shorter 146.7 mm height (vs 147.6 mm), and smaller width × height footprint (71.5 × 146.7 mm vs 71.6 × 147.6 mm).

Overall recommendation

Overall, the iPhone 17e is the more compact pick on listed size, and the iPhone 16 is the larger option for buyers who want more physical presence from the official dimensions alone.

FAQ

Which phone is bigger?
iPhone 16 is 0.1 mm wider and 0.9 mm taller than iPhone 17e (71.6 × 147.6 mm vs 71.5 × 146.7 mm).
Which phone is lighter?
Both weigh 170 g according to official specifications.
Which phone is thinner?
Both are 7.8 mm thick.
Which phone is easier to carry?
iPhone 17e is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (71.5 × 146.7 × 7.8 mm, 170 g) than iPhone 16 (71.6 × 147.6 × 7.8 mm, 170 g).
Which phone is better for one-handed use?
iPhone 17e is better for one-handed use with a 71.5 mm width, 146.7 mm height, and 170 g weight versus iPhone 16 at 71.6 mm, 147.6 mm, and 170 g.
Which device is heavier?
Neither — both iPhone 16 and iPhone 17e weigh 170g according to official specifications.
How much heavier is iPhone 16 than iPhone 17e?
Neither device is heavier — both iPhone 16 and iPhone 17e weigh 170g according to official specifications.
Is the weight difference noticeable?
No — both iPhone 16 and iPhone 17e weigh 170g, so there is no weight difference to notice in hand.

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