iPhone 16 vs iPhone 16 Pro size
The iPhone 16 measures 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm and the iPhone 16 Pro measures 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.25 mm. The iPhone 16 Pro is the bigger phone. Its front covers 1.2% more area than the iPhone 16.
- iPhone 16170 g147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm
- iPhone 16 Pro199 g149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the iPhone 16 measures up
| Spec | iPhone 16 | iPhone 16 Pro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 147.6 mm 5.81 in | 149.6 mm 5.89 in | -2 mm (-1.3%) |
| Width | 71.6 mm 2.82 in | 71.5 mm 2.81 in | +0.1 mm (+0.1%) |
| Thickness | 7.8 mm 0.31 in | 8.25 mm 0.32 in | -0.45 mm (-5.5%) |
| Weight | 170 g 6.0 oz | 199 g 7.0 oz | -29 g (-14.6%) |
| Screen | 6.1 in | 6.3 in | -0.2 in (-3.2%) |
| Front footprint | 105.7 cm² | 107 cm² | -1.3 cm² (-1.2%) |
What the difference feels like
The two are within 0.1 mm of each other in width, which is the measurement your grip notices most, so they should feel close to the same in the hand.
In a jeans pocket the iPhone 16 Pro sits 2 mm higher, about 0.08 inches.
The iPhone 16 Pro is 0.45 mm thicker. Manufacturers measure thickness without the camera bump, so the real difference at the camera can be larger.
At 29 g heavier (1.0 oz), the iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably heftier when you hold it up to read.
Common questions
Is the iPhone 16 bigger than the iPhone 16 Pro?
The iPhone 16 Pro is the bigger phone. Its front covers 1.2% more area than the iPhone 16. Height differs by 2 mm and width by 0.1 mm.
Will a iPhone 16 Pro case fit the iPhone 16?
No. A case is cut for one model's exact size, buttons and camera, and these two differ by 2 mm in height and 0.1 mm in width. Buy a case made for the iPhone 16.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
The iPhone 16 Pro, because it is 0.1 mm narrower. Width matters more than height for reaching across the screen with your thumb.
Cases and prices
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Sources
- iPhone 16: manufacturer spec page
- iPhone 16 Pro: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro.