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iPhone XS Max vs iPhone 16e: Size & Dimensions Compared

The iPhone XS Max is the larger phone, measuring 10.8mm taller and 5.9mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone XS MaxiPhone 16e
157.5mm146.7mm+10.8mm77.4mm71.5mm+5.9mm10mm
Height Δ
+10.8mm
Width Δ
+5.9mm
Thickness Δ
-0.1mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

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

DimensioniPhone XS MaxiPhone 16eDifference
Height157.5mm146.7mmiPhone 16e -10.8mm (shorter)
Width77.4mm71.5mmiPhone 16e -5.9mm (narrower)
Thickness7.7mm7.8mmiPhone 16e +0.1mm (thicker)
Weight208g167giPhone 16e -41.0g (lighter)
Screen6.5"6.1"iPhone 16e -0.4" (smaller)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightiPhone XS Max +10.8mm
iPhone XS Max
157.5mm
iPhone 16e
146.7mm
WidthiPhone XS Max +5.9mm
iPhone XS Max
77.4mm
iPhone 16e
71.5mm
ThicknessiPhone 16e +0.1mm
iPhone XS Max
7.7mm
iPhone 16e
7.8mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The iPhone XS Max is the taller phone at 157.5mm (vs 146.7mm). It is also 41g 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 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 XS Max 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 XS Max bigger than iPhone 16e?

Yes, the iPhone XS Max is 10.8mm taller and 5.9mm wider. The iPhone XS Max weighs 208g vs 167g.

Are iPhone XS Max and iPhone 16e the same size?

No, the height differs by 10.8mm, width by 5.9mm, and thickness by 0.1mm.