The iPhone 16 Pro Max is anticipated to represent a significant upgrade from the iPhone 15 Pro Max, featuring not just enhanced capabilities but also a notable increase in size. Recent leaks suggest that this new model will be larger in all dimensions.
Reputable leaker @UniverseIce recently shared on X that the iPhone 16 Pro Max will measure 163.024 x 77.575 x 8.26mm. In contrast, the iPhone 15 Pro Max measures 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.25mm. While the size difference might not be substantial, it will indeed result in a taller, wider, and slightly thicker device compared to its predecessor, which is already sizable.
The enlargement can be attributed to the iPhone 16 Pro Max’s rumored screen size of 6.883 inches—an increase from the iPhone 15 Pro Max’s 6.7-inch display. This aligns with earlier leaks indicating a 6.9-inch display for the new model, and it will likely be marketed as such despite the precise measurement of 6.883 inches.
iPhone 16 Pro Max : 163.024mm × 77.575mm × 8.26mm, screen: 6.883 inches, equal width on all four sides, panel bezel 1.153mm (S24U 1.55mm), total bezel including the middle frame 2.146mm (S24U 3.38mm).
The iPhone 16 Pro Max will be the world's closest smartphone to a… pic.twitter.com/JbQyMo2ZYe— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) June 5, 2024
Given the larger screen, an increase in dimensions was expected. However, the slight dimensional increase is relatively minor considering the significant screen size enhancement.
A Bigger Phone with Smaller Bezels
One mitigating factor for the size increase could be reduced bezel size. Recent reports suggest the iPhone 16 Pro Max might feature the smallest bezels of any smartphone, with all four screen edges bordered by just a 1.153mm bezel. This design choice is said to make the iPhone 16 Pro Max the “world’s closest smartphone to a borderless sci-fi form factor.”
The slight increase in thickness compared to the iPhone 15 Pro Max remains unexplained, but it’s speculated that this could be indicative of a larger battery, as suggested by previous leaks.
While the iPhone 16 Pro Max’s launch is still several months away, this information should be taken with caution, despite its reputable source. Official dimensions will likely be confirmed in September. Stay tuned for more leaks and rumors on the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
