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iPhone Air vs iPhone 16 Pro: Size & Dimensions Compared

The iPhone Air is the larger phone, measuring 6.6mm taller and 3.2mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone AiriPhone 16 Pro
156.2mm149.6mm+6.6mm74.7mm71.5mm+3.2mm10mm
Height Δ
+6.6mm
Width Δ
+3.2mm
Thickness Δ
-2.6mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (6.5" vs 6.3") — protector won't fit.

DimensioniPhone AiriPhone 16 ProDifference
Height156.2mm149.6mmiPhone 16 Pro -6.6mm (shorter)
Width74.7mm71.5mmiPhone 16 Pro -3.2mm (narrower)
Thickness5.64mm8.25mmiPhone 16 Pro +2.6mm (thicker)
Weight165g199giPhone 16 Pro +34.0g (heavier)
Screen6.5"6.3"iPhone 16 Pro -0.2" (smaller)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightiPhone Air +6.6mm
iPhone Air
156.2mm
iPhone 16 Pro
149.6mm
WidthiPhone Air +3.2mm
iPhone Air
74.7mm
iPhone 16 Pro
71.5mm
ThicknessiPhone 16 Pro +2.6mm
iPhone Air
5.64mm
iPhone 16 Pro
8.25mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The iPhone Air is the taller phone at 156.2mm (vs 149.6mm). It but is 34g lighter.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

Wireless chargers and magnetic accessories work with both phones.

  • Your MagSafe charger will work with both devices.
  • Max wireless speed differs: iPhone Air charges at 15W, iPhone 16 Pro at 22.5W.
  • Both devices have built-in magnets — MagSafe wallets, car mounts, and battery packs will snap onto either phone.
SpeciPhone AiriPhone 16 Pro
Wireless Charging15W22.5W
Qi VersionQiQi2
MagSafeGen 1Gen 2
Built-in MagnetsYesYes
Magnet Ringclosed circleclosed circle

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 Air to iPhone 16 Pro?

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

Accessories for iPhone Air

Accessories for iPhone 16 Pro

Apple

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Clear Case with MagSafe

$49.00

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Spigen

Spigen Tough Armor MagFit for iPhone 16 Pro

$19.99

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Caseology

Caseology Parallax for iPhone 16 Pro

$15.99

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is iPhone Air bigger than iPhone 16 Pro?

Yes, the iPhone Air is 6.6mm taller and 3.2mm wider. The iPhone Air weighs 165g vs 199g.

Are iPhone Air and iPhone 16 Pro the same size?

No, the height differs by 6.6mm, width by 3.2mm, and thickness by 2.6mm.