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iPhone 17 vs iPhone SE (2nd gen): Size & Dimensions Compared

The iPhone 17 is the larger phone, measuring 11.2mm taller and 4.2mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone 17iPhone SE (2nd gen)
149.6mm138.4mm+11.2mm71.5mm67.3mm+4.2mm10mm
Height Δ
+11.2mm
Width Δ
+4.2mm
Thickness Δ
+0.7mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Edge types differ (curved vs rounded) — screen protector won't adhere properly.

DimensioniPhone 17iPhone SE (2nd gen)Difference
Height149.6mm138.4mmiPhone SE (2nd gen) -11.2mm (shorter)
Width71.5mm67.3mmiPhone SE (2nd gen) -4.2mm (narrower)
Thickness7.95mm7.3mmiPhone SE (2nd gen) -0.7mm (thinner)
Weight177g148giPhone SE (2nd gen) -29.0g (lighter)
Screen6.3"4.7"iPhone SE (2nd gen) -1.6" (smaller)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightiPhone 17 +11.2mm
iPhone 17
149.6mm
iPhone SE (2nd gen)
138.4mm
WidthiPhone 17 +4.2mm
iPhone 17
71.5mm
iPhone SE (2nd gen)
67.3mm
ThicknessiPhone 17 +0.7mm
iPhone 17
7.95mm
iPhone SE (2nd gen)
7.3mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The iPhone 17 is the taller phone at 149.6mm (vs 138.4mm). It is also 29g heavier.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

Wireless chargers work with both phones, but magnetic snap varies.

  • Your MagSafe charger will charge the iPhone SE (2nd gen) via Qi, but it won't magnetically snap on.
  • Only the iPhone 17 has built-in magnets for MagSafe accessories. The iPhone SE (2nd gen) needs a magnetic case or ring adapter.
SpeciPhone 17iPhone SE (2nd gen)
Wireless Charging25W7.5W
Qi VersionQi2Qi
MagSafeGen 2No
Built-in MagnetsYesNo
Magnet Ringclosed circleunknown

MagSafe cases are NOT cross-compatible between these devices — the case body is shaped to each phone, even though the internal magnet ring may be the same.

Upgrading from iPhone 17 to iPhone SE (2nd gen)?

Different sizes mean your old case probably won't fit. You'll need a new one.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is iPhone 17 bigger than iPhone SE (2nd gen)?

Yes, the iPhone 17 is 11.2mm taller and 4.2mm wider. The iPhone 17 weighs 177g vs 148g.

Are iPhone 17 and iPhone SE (2nd gen) the same size?

No, the height differs by 11.2mm, width by 4.2mm, and thickness by 0.7mm.