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iPhone XR vs iPhone XS: Size & Dimensions Compared

The iPhone XR is the larger phone, measuring 7.3mm taller and 4.8mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone XRiPhone XS
150.9mm143.6mm+7.3mm75.7mm70.9mm+4.8mm10mm
Height Δ
+7.3mm
Width Δ
+4.8mm
Thickness Δ
+0.6mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (6.1" vs 5.8") — protector won't fit.

DimensioniPhone XRiPhone XSDifference
Height150.9mm143.6mmiPhone XS -7.3mm (shorter)
Width75.7mm70.9mmiPhone XS -4.8mm (narrower)
Thickness8.3mm7.7mmiPhone XS -0.6mm (thinner)
Weight194g177giPhone XS -17.0g (lighter)
Screen6.1"5.8"iPhone XS -0.3" (smaller)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightiPhone XR +7.3mm
iPhone XR
150.9mm
iPhone XS
143.6mm
WidthiPhone XR +4.8mm
iPhone XR
75.7mm
iPhone XS
70.9mm
ThicknessiPhone XR +0.6mm
iPhone XR
8.3mm
iPhone XS
7.7mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The iPhone XR is the taller phone at 150.9mm (vs 143.6mm). It is also 17g 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 XRiPhone XS
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 XR to iPhone XS?

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 XR bigger than iPhone XS?

Yes, the iPhone XR is 7.3mm taller and 4.8mm wider. The iPhone XR weighs 194g vs 177g.

Are iPhone XR and iPhone XS the same size?

No, the height differs by 7.3mm, width by 4.8mm, and thickness by 0.6mm.