No, your iPhone 16e case won't fit the iPhone SE (2nd gen)
The iPhone 16e (146.7×71.5mm) and iPhone SE (2nd gen) (138.4×67.3mm) differ too much for cases to be compatible.
Does a iPhone 16e Case Fit iPhone SE (2nd gen)?
Last verified: March 2026
No, a iPhone 16e case will not fit the iPhone SE (2nd gen). The phones have different dimensions that make cases incompatible.
Your iPhone 16e case will NOT fit the iPhone SE (2nd gen). Here's why:
- •Height differs by 8.3mm — case won't fit
- •Width differs by 4.2mm — case won't fit
- •Thickness differs by 0.5mm — may affect fit
- •Camera bump size differs significantly
- •Camera bump protrusion differs by 1.8mm — case lip may not protect camera
- •Button placement differs — cutouts may not align
- •Different edge profiles (curved vs rounded) — case shell shape won't match
- •Different charging port (usb-c → lightning) — bottom cutout won't match
- •Corner shape differs — case won't seat properly
| Spec | iPhone 16e | iPhone SE (2nd gen) | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 146.7mm | 138.4mm | iPhone 16e +8.3mm |
| Width | 71.5mm | 67.3mm | iPhone 16e +4.2mm |
| Thickness | 7.8mm | 7.3mm | iPhone 16e +0.5mm |
| Camera Layout | single | single | Same |
| Port | usb-c | lightning | Different |
Button & Port Alignment
- •Button placement differs — cutouts may not align
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Wireless Charging & MagSafe
Wireless chargers work with both phones, but magnetic snap varies.
- Both devices support wireless charging. Standard Qi/Qi2 chargers work with either phone.
iPhone 16e
Qi only
7.5W max
iPhone SE (2nd gen)
Qi only
7.5W 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 16e and iPhone SE (2nd gen) the same size?
iPhone 16e measures 146.7×71.5×7.8mm while iPhone SE (2nd gen) measures 138.4×67.3×7.3mm. They are different sizes.
Can I use a iPhone 16e screen protector on iPhone SE (2nd gen)?
Edge types differ (curved vs rounded) — screen protector won't adhere properly.
What's different between iPhone 16e and iPhone SE (2nd gen) dimensions?
The height differs by 8.3mm, the width by 4.2mm, and thickness by 0.5mm. They use different charging ports.
Do I need a new case for iPhone SE (2nd gen)?
Yes, you'll need a new case. The iPhone SE (2nd gen) has different dimensions than the iPhone 16e, so cases are not interchangeable.
Will iPhone 16e accessories work with iPhone SE (2nd gen)?
Chargers and cables are compatible since both phones use different ports (usb-c vs lightning). 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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