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iPhone XS Max vs iPhone XR: 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 XR
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 XRDifference
Height157.5mm150.9mmiPhone XR -6.6mm (shorter)
Width77.4mm75.7mmiPhone XR -1.7mm (narrower)
Thickness7.7mm8.3mmiPhone XR +0.6mm (thicker)
Weight208g194giPhone XR -14.0g (lighter)
Screen6.5"6.1"iPhone XR -0.4" (smaller)

Visual Size Comparison

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

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 XR?

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 XR the same size?

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