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iPhone 8 Plus vs iPhone 16e: Size & Dimensions Compared

The iPhone 8 Plus is the larger phone, measuring 11.7mm taller and 6.6mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone 8 PlusiPhone 16e
158.4mm146.7mm+11.7mm78.1mm71.5mm+6.6mm10mm
Height Δ
+11.7mm
Width Δ
+6.6mm
Thickness Δ
-0.3mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

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

DimensioniPhone 8 PlusiPhone 16eDifference
Height158.4mm146.7mmiPhone 16e -11.7mm (shorter)
Width78.1mm71.5mmiPhone 16e -6.6mm (narrower)
Thickness7.5mm7.8mmiPhone 16e +0.3mm (thicker)
Weight202g167giPhone 16e -35.0g (lighter)
Screen5.5"6.1"iPhone 16e +0.6" (larger)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightiPhone 8 Plus +11.7mm
iPhone 8 Plus
158.4mm
iPhone 16e
146.7mm
WidthiPhone 8 Plus +6.6mm
iPhone 8 Plus
78.1mm
iPhone 16e
71.5mm
ThicknessiPhone 16e +0.3mm
iPhone 8 Plus
7.5mm
iPhone 16e
7.8mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The iPhone 8 Plus is the taller phone at 158.4mm (vs 146.7mm). It is also 35g 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 16e
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 16e?

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 16e?

Yes, the iPhone 8 Plus is 11.7mm taller and 6.6mm wider. The iPhone 8 Plus weighs 202g vs 167g.

Are iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone 16e the same size?

No, the height differs by 11.7mm, width by 6.6mm, and thickness by 0.3mm.