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iPhone 8 vs iPhone 16e: Size & Dimensions Compared

The iPhone 16e is the larger phone, measuring 8.3mm shorter and 4.2mm narrower.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone 8iPhone 16e
138.4mm146.7mm-8.3mm67.3mm71.5mm-4.2mm10mm
Height Δ
-8.3mm
Width Δ
-4.2mm
Thickness Δ
-0.5mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Height differs by 8.3mm — case won't fit
  • Width differs by 4.2mm — case won't fit
  • Thickness differs by 0.5mm — may affect fit
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

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

DimensioniPhone 8iPhone 16eDifference
Height138.4mm146.7mmiPhone 16e +8.3mm (taller)
Width67.3mm71.5mmiPhone 16e +4.2mm (wider)
Thickness7.3mm7.8mmiPhone 16e +0.5mm (thicker)
Weight148g167giPhone 16e +19.0g (heavier)
Screen4.7"6.1"iPhone 16e +1.4" (larger)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightiPhone 16e +8.3mm
iPhone 8
138.4mm
iPhone 16e
146.7mm
WidthiPhone 16e +4.2mm
iPhone 8
67.3mm
iPhone 16e
71.5mm
ThicknessiPhone 16e +0.5mm
iPhone 8
7.3mm
iPhone 16e
7.8mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The iPhone 16e is the taller phone at 146.7mm (vs 138.4mm). It is also 19g 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 8iPhone 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 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 bigger than iPhone 16e?

No, the iPhone 16e is 8.3mm taller. The iPhone 8 weighs 148g vs 167g.

Are iPhone 8 and iPhone 16e the same size?

No, the height differs by 8.3mm, width by 4.2mm, and thickness by 0.5mm.