Does a iPhone 12 Case Fit iPhone 16?
No, a iPhone 12 case will not fit the iPhone 16. The phones have different dimensions that make cases incompatible.
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Your iPhone 12 case will NOT fit the iPhone 16. Here's why:
- •Slight height difference — case may be tight or loose
- •Camera bump size differs significantly
- •Button placement differs — cutouts may not align
- •Different charging port — bottom cutout won't match
| Spec | iPhone 12 | iPhone 16 | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 146.7mm | 147.6mm | +0.9mm |
| Width | 71.5mm | 71.6mm | +0.1mm |
| Thickness | 7.4mm | 7.8mm | +0.4mm |
| Camera Layout | vertical-dual | vertical-dual | Same |
| Port | lightning | usb-c | Different |
Since your iPhone 12 case won't work with the iPhone 16, here are the highest-rated cases that will:
Apple
Apple iPhone 16 Silicone Case with MagSafe
$49.00
Spigen
Spigen Liquid Air for iPhone 16
$15.99
TORRAS
TORRAS Slim Fit for iPhone 16
$16.99
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are iPhone 12 and iPhone 16 the same size?
iPhone 12 measures 146.7×71.5×7.4mm while iPhone 16 measures 147.6×71.6×7.8mm. They are different sizes.
Can I use a iPhone 12 screen protector on iPhone 16?
Due to size differences, we recommend getting a screen protector specifically made for the iPhone 16.
What's different between iPhone 12 and iPhone 16 dimensions?
The height differs by 0.9mm, the width by 0.1mm, and thickness by 0.4mm. They use different charging ports.