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iPhone 8 Plus vs iPhone 11: Size & Dimensions Compared

The iPhone 8 Plus is the larger phone, measuring 7.5mm taller and 2.4mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone 8 PlusiPhone 11
158.4mm150.9mm+7.5mm78.1mm75.7mm+2.4mm10mm
Height Δ
+7.5mm
Width Δ
+2.4mm
Thickness Δ
-0.8mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (5.5" vs 6.1") — protector won't fit.

DimensioniPhone 8 PlusiPhone 11Difference
Height158.4mm150.9mmiPhone 11 -7.5mm (shorter)
Width78.1mm75.7mmiPhone 11 -2.4mm (narrower)
Thickness7.5mm8.3mmiPhone 11 +0.8mm (thicker)
Weight202g194giPhone 11 -8.0g (lighter)
Screen5.5"6.1"iPhone 11 +0.6" (larger)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightiPhone 8 Plus +7.5mm
iPhone 8 Plus
158.4mm
iPhone 11
150.9mm
WidthiPhone 8 Plus +2.4mm
iPhone 8 Plus
78.1mm
iPhone 11
75.7mm
ThicknessiPhone 11 +0.8mm
iPhone 8 Plus
7.5mm
iPhone 11
8.3mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The iPhone 8 Plus is the taller phone at 158.4mm (vs 150.9mm). It is also 8g heavier.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

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

  • Both devices support wireless charging. Standard Qi/Qi2 chargers work with either phone.
SpeciPhone 8 PlusiPhone 11
Wireless Charging7.5W7.5W
Qi VersionQiQi
MagSafeNoNo
Built-in MagnetsNoNo

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 8 Plus to iPhone 11?

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 8 Plus bigger than iPhone 11?

Yes, the iPhone 8 Plus is 7.5mm taller and 2.4mm wider. The iPhone 8 Plus weighs 202g vs 194g.

Are iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone 11 the same size?

No, the height differs by 7.5mm, width by 2.4mm, and thickness by 0.8mm.