iPhone Screen Size Comparison
From compact 4.7" displays to massive 6.9" screens. See how much screen real estate you actually get.
Current Screen Sizes at a Glance
Compact
iPhone SE
Legacy Size
Standard
iPhone 16 / 17
Most Popular
Large
17 Air / 15 Plus
Sweet Spot
Max
17 Pro Max
Ultimate
Detailed Screen Specs
| Model | Diagonal Size | Display Type | Refresh Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 17 Pro Max | 6.9" | Super Retina XDR OLED | 120Hz ProMotion |
| iPhone 16 Pro Max | 6.9" | Super Retina XDR OLED | 120Hz ProMotion |
| iPhone 15 Pro Max | 6.7" | Super Retina XDR OLED | 120Hz ProMotion |
| iPhone 17 Air | 6.5" | Super Retina XDR OLED | 120Hz ProMotion |
| iPhone 17 Pro | 6.3" | Super Retina XDR OLED | 120Hz ProMotion |
| iPhone 17 | 6.3" | Super Retina XDR OLED | 60Hz |
| iPhone 15 / 16 | 6.1" | Super Retina XDR OLED | 60Hz |
| iPhone 13 mini | 5.4" | Super Retina XDR OLED | 60Hz |
| iPhone SE (3rd Gen) | 4.7" | Retina HD LCD | 60Hz |
Does Screen Size Matter?
Productivity
A 6.9" screen shows roughly 20% more content than a 6.1" screen. This means less scrolling in emails, documents, and web pages.
Media & Gaming
For gaming and movies, bigger is almost always better. The immersive experience of the 6.9" Pro Max is unmatched, but the 6.5" iPhone 17 Air offers a great balance.
Reachability
Anything above 6.1" is difficult to use one-handed for most people. The 6.9" models strictly require two-handed use for comfortable operation.
Our Recommendations
Most Balanced
iPhone 17 (6.3")
Perfect mix of visibility
and holdability.
Media Lovers
iPhone 17 Pro Max (6.9")
The biggest canvas
for your content.
Comfort Choice
iPhone 17 Air (6.5")
Big screen, but thin
and light.