No, your iPhone 17 case won't fit the iPhone 16
The iPhone 17 (149.6×71.5mm) and iPhone 16 (147.6×71.6mm) differ too much for cases to be compatible.
Does a iPhone 17 Case Fit iPhone 16?
Last verified: March 2026
No, a iPhone 17 case will not fit the iPhone 16. The phones have different dimensions that make cases incompatible.
Your iPhone 17 case will NOT fit the iPhone 16. Here's why:
- •Height differs by 2.0mm — case won't fit
| Spec | iPhone 17 | iPhone 16 | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 149.6mm | 147.6mm | iPhone 17 +2.0mm |
| Width | 71.5mm | 71.6mm | iPhone 16 +0.1mm |
| Thickness | 7.95mm | 7.8mm | iPhone 17 +0.2mm |
| Camera Layout | vertical-dual | vertical-dual | Same |
| Port | usb-c | usb-c | Same |
Since your iPhone 17 case won't work with the iPhone 16, here are the highest-rated cases that will:
Spigen
Spigen Liquid Air for iPhone 16
$15.99
TORRAS
TORRAS Slim Fit for iPhone 16
$16.99
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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 17 charges at 25W, iPhone 16 at 22.5W.
- Both devices have built-in magnets — MagSafe wallets, car mounts, and battery packs will snap onto either phone.
iPhone 17
MagSafe Gen 2
25W max
iPhone 16
MagSafe Gen 2
22.5W 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 17 and iPhone 16 the same size?
iPhone 17 measures 149.6×71.5×7.95mm while iPhone 16 measures 147.6×71.6×7.8mm. They are different sizes.
Can I use a iPhone 17 screen protector on iPhone 16?
Screen sizes differ (6.3" vs 6.1") — protector won't fit.
What's different between iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 dimensions?
The height differs by 2.0mm, the width by 0.1mm, and thickness by 0.2mm.
Do I need a new case for iPhone 16?
Yes, you'll need a new case. The iPhone 16 has different dimensions than the iPhone 17, so cases are not interchangeable.
Will iPhone 17 accessories work with iPhone 16?
Chargers and cables are compatible since both phones use the same usb-c port. 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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