No, your iPhone 17 Pro Max case won't fit the iPhone 16 Pro Max
The iPhone 17 Pro Max (163.4×78mm) and iPhone 16 Pro Max (163×77.6mm) differ too much for cases to be compatible.
Does a iPhone 17 Pro Max Case Fit iPhone 16 Pro Max?
Last verified: March 2026
No, a iPhone 17 Pro Max case will not fit the iPhone 16 Pro Max. The phones have different dimensions that make cases incompatible.
Your iPhone 17 Pro Max case will NOT fit the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Here's why:
- •Body dimensions are nearly identical, but the camera cutout is incompatible (horizontal-bar vs square-triple)
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro Max | iPhone 16 Pro Max | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 163.4mm | 163mm | iPhone 17 Pro Max +0.4mm |
| Width | 78mm | 77.6mm | iPhone 17 Pro Max +0.4mm |
| Thickness | 8.75mm | 8.25mm | iPhone 17 Pro Max +0.5mm |
| Camera Layout | horizontal-bar | square-triple | Different |
| Port | usb-c | usb-c | Same |
Since your iPhone 17 Pro Max case won't work with the iPhone 16 Pro Max, here are the highest-rated cases that will:
OtterBox
OtterBox Defender for iPhone 16 Pro Max
$64.95
Spigen
Spigen Ultra Hybrid for iPhone 16 Pro Max
$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.
- Both devices have built-in magnets — MagSafe wallets, car mounts, and battery packs will snap onto either phone.
iPhone 17 Pro Max
MagSafe Gen 2
25W max
iPhone 16 Pro Max
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. Clear MagSafe cases have an additional incompatibility: the iPhone 17 Pro Max has a bottom-notched magnet ring visible through clear cases, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max has a standard closed circle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Pro Max the same size?
iPhone 17 Pro Max measures 163.4×78×8.75mm while iPhone 16 Pro Max measures 163×77.6×8.25mm. They are different sizes.
Can I use a iPhone 17 Pro Max screen protector on iPhone 16 Pro Max?
Same screen size (6.9") but body width differs by 0.4mm — verify bezel alignment before buying.
What's different between iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Pro Max dimensions?
The height differs by 0.4mm, the width by 0.4mm, and thickness by 0.5mm. The camera module layout is also different.
Do I need a new case for iPhone 16 Pro Max?
Yes, you'll need a new case. The iPhone 16 Pro Max has different dimensions than the iPhone 17 Pro Max, so cases are not interchangeable.
Will iPhone 17 Pro Max accessories work with iPhone 16 Pro Max?
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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