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iPhone XS Max vs iPhone 11: Size & Dimensions Compared

The iPhone XS Max is the larger phone, measuring 6.6mm taller and 1.7mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone XS MaxiPhone 11
157.5mm150.9mm+6.6mm77.4mm75.7mm+1.7mm10mm
Height Δ
+6.6mm
Width Δ
+1.7mm
Thickness Δ
-0.6mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (6.5" vs 6.1") — protector won't fit.

DimensioniPhone XS MaxiPhone 11Difference
Height157.5mm150.9mmiPhone 11 -6.6mm (shorter)
Width77.4mm75.7mmiPhone 11 -1.7mm (narrower)
Thickness7.7mm8.3mmiPhone 11 +0.6mm (thicker)
Weight208g194giPhone 11 -14.0g (lighter)
Screen6.5"6.1"iPhone 11 -0.4" (smaller)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightiPhone XS Max +6.6mm
iPhone XS Max
157.5mm
iPhone 11
150.9mm
WidthiPhone XS Max +1.7mm
iPhone XS Max
77.4mm
iPhone 11
75.7mm
ThicknessiPhone 11 +0.6mm
iPhone XS Max
7.7mm
iPhone 11
8.3mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The iPhone XS Max is the taller phone at 157.5mm (vs 150.9mm). It is also 14g 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 XS MaxiPhone 11
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 XS Max to iPhone 11?

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 XS Max bigger than iPhone 11?

Yes, the iPhone XS Max is 6.6mm taller and 1.7mm wider. The iPhone XS Max weighs 208g vs 194g.

Are iPhone XS Max and iPhone 11 the same size?

No, the height differs by 6.6mm, width by 1.7mm, and thickness by 0.6mm.