No, your iPhone 13 Pro Max case won't fit the iPhone 16 Plus
The iPhone 13 Pro Max (160.8×78.1mm) and iPhone 16 Plus (160.9×77.8mm) differ too much for cases to be compatible.
Does a iPhone 13 Pro Max Case Fit iPhone 16 Plus?
Last verified: March 2026
No, a iPhone 13 Pro Max case will not fit the iPhone 16 Plus. The phones have different dimensions that make cases incompatible.
Your iPhone 13 Pro Max case will NOT fit the iPhone 16 Plus. Here's why:
- •Body dimensions are nearly identical, but the camera cutout is incompatible (square-triple vs vertical-dual)
| Spec | iPhone 13 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Plus | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 160.8mm | 160.9mm | iPhone 16 Plus +0.1mm |
| Width | 78.1mm | 77.8mm | iPhone 13 Pro Max +0.3mm |
| Thickness | 7.65mm | 7.8mm | iPhone 16 Plus +0.1mm |
| Camera Layout | square-triple | vertical-dual | Different |
| Port | lightning | usb-c | Different |
Button & Port Alignment
- •Mute toggle switch vs Action Button — case cutout shape is incompatible
- •New phone has Camera Control button — old case has no cutout for it
Since your iPhone 13 Pro Max case won't work with the iPhone 16 Plus, here are the highest-rated cases that will:
OtterBox
OtterBox Defender Series for iPhone 16 Plus
$64.95
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Wireless Charging & MagSafe
Wireless chargers and magnetic accessories work with both phones.
- Your MagSafe charger will work with both devices.
- Max wireless speed differs: iPhone 13 Pro Max charges at 15W, iPhone 16 Plus at 25W.
- Both devices have built-in magnets — MagSafe wallets, car mounts, and battery packs will snap onto either phone.
iPhone 13 Pro Max
MagSafe Gen 1
15W max
iPhone 16 Plus
MagSafe Gen 2
25W max
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
Are iPhone 13 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Plus the same size?
iPhone 13 Pro Max measures 160.8×78.1×7.65mm while iPhone 16 Plus measures 160.9×77.8×7.8mm. They are different sizes.
Can I use a iPhone 13 Pro Max screen protector on iPhone 16 Plus?
Edge types differ (flat vs curved) — screen protector won't adhere properly.
What's different between iPhone 13 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Plus dimensions?
The height differs by 0.1mm, the width by 0.3mm, and thickness by 0.1mm. The camera module layout is also different. They use different charging ports.
Do I need a new case for iPhone 16 Plus?
Yes, you'll need a new case. The iPhone 16 Plus has different dimensions than the iPhone 13 Pro Max, so cases are not interchangeable.
Will iPhone 13 Pro Max accessories work with iPhone 16 Plus?
Chargers and cables are compatible since both phones use different ports (lightning vs usb-c). Both support wireless charging, so wireless chargers work with either phone. Cases and screen protectors depend on exact dimensions — check our compatibility results above.
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