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iPhone SE (2nd gen) vs iPhone 8: Size & Dimensions Compared

The iPhone SE (2nd gen) and iPhone 8 are nearly the same size, differing by just 0.0mm in height and 0.0mm in width.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone SE (2nd gen)iPhone 8
138.4mm138.4mm67.3mm67.3mm10mm
Height Δ
Same
Width Δ
Same
Thickness Δ
Same
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera bump size differs significantly
  • Camera bump protrusion slightly different
  • Button placement differs — cutouts may not align
Screen ProtectorCompatible

Same screen size (4.7") with minimal width difference — should fit.

DimensioniPhone SE (2nd gen)iPhone 8Difference
Height138.4mm138.4mmSame
Width67.3mm67.3mmSame
Thickness7.3mm7.3mmSame
Weight148g148gSame
Screen4.7"4.7"Same

Visual Size Comparison

HeightSame
iPhone SE (2nd gen)
138.4mm
iPhone 8
138.4mm
WidthSame
iPhone SE (2nd gen)
67.3mm
iPhone 8
67.3mm
ThicknessSame
iPhone SE (2nd gen)
7.3mm
iPhone 8
7.3mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The iPhone SE (2nd gen) and iPhone 8 are essentially the same size.

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 SE (2nd gen)iPhone 8
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is iPhone SE (2nd gen) bigger than iPhone 8?

They are the same height, but differ by 0.0mm in width. The iPhone SE (2nd gen) weighs 148g vs 148g.

Are iPhone SE (2nd gen) and iPhone 8 the same size?

Very close — they differ by only 0.0mm in height and 0.0mm in width.