5.4-Inch iPhone 12 Model Size Compared to Original iPhone SE and iPhone 7

[MacRumors]

iPhone 12 dummy models based on leaked schematics have been starting to circulate online and in online marketplaces.

Not happy with the circulating size comparisons between the rumored 5.4" iPhone 12 and the original iPhone SE models, MacRumors forum user iZac took matters into his own hands and purchased his own 5.4" dummy model to provide more detailed size comparisons between the original iPhone SE and iPhone 7 and the rumored 5.4" iPhone 12.

iPhone SE, 5.4" iPhone 12 model, iPhone 7​

iZac and others in the thread are looking towards the 5.4" iPhone 12 as potentially replacing their original iPhone SE (4-inch screen) as a one-handed device. Overall, he feels that he can get used to the small size difference with the upcoming device:

From handling it I can say it does feel like a bit more of a stretch than the SE, which just nestles very comfortably in my hand. BUT, although it’s nearer to the 7, I will note that it feels a lot more manageable because the square profile and flat side lets you actually grip the device.

iZac found that the rumored 5.4" iPhone is about 6mm wider than the original iPhone SE and about 3mm narrower than the iPhone 7:

Quick takeaway is it’s ~6mm wider than the iPhone SE and ~3mm thinner than the iPhone 7 that I’ve scaled it against. This lines up with the CAD drawings I previously drew based on the leaked resolution, which I calculated as 2.8mm thinner than the iPhone 7. The round profile on the 7 makes it appear thinner in images. it‘s also stacked on the bottom so doesn’t help with perspective. I used the portrait camera to try to reduce that factor.

iZac also approximates the upcoming 5.4" iPhone 12 to be approximately 1mm thicker than the SE.

The iPhone 12 is rumored to be released this fall in three different sizes. Rumors indicate we'll see a 5.4-inch iPhone, a 6.7-inch iPhone, and two 6.1-inch iPhones. 5.4 inches is smaller than the current iPhone 11 Pro (5.8 inches), while 6.7 inches is bigger than the current iPhone 11 Pro Max (6.5 inches).

iZac posted some additional photos and comments in the original forum thread.

Article Link: 5.4-Inch iPhone 12 Model Size Compared to Original iPhone SE and iPhone 7

 

[CWallace]

I will be ordering the largest screen available, but that 5.4" is pretty close to the original SE so hopefully it is a viable option for those who really prefer the original SE's physical dimensions.

 

[yellow8]

This should please a lot of people!! Me included.

 

[Juicy Box]

I definitely like the squared edges of the rumored iPhone 12 versus the rounded edges of the iPhone 6 and up.

It is also nice to see that the overall size of the 5.4" is very close to the original SE size.

If the iPhone 12 has Touch ID somehow, I am pretty sure it will be my next iPhone and a good replacement for my original SE.

 

[QCassidy352]

Sounds nearly perfect. Can’t wait.

 

[Dekema2]

Still a tad big for what I would want to use, but I would definitely switch to this coming from an iPhone SE to an iPhone 7 myself.

 

[sledgehammer89]

Make this a Pro with Lidar scanner.

 

[uchosen]

If this pans out, I'm coming back to iOS from Android. This looks like the all-screen compact I hoped for.

 

[YoitsTmac]

I own an iPhone X and am paying close attention to this 5.4" iPhone 12. I am JUST barely incapable of comfortably hitting the other side of the screen with one hand. Didn't have this issue with my iPhone 6S, so seeing this is really promising to me

 

[Paul6s]

I would not mind seeing the size difference between the iPhone 11 Pro Max and an iPhone 12 Pro Max dummy model.

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

Outstanding observation! good job!

 

[_Refurbished_]

I own an iPhone X and am paying close attention to this 5.4" iPhone 12. I am JUST barely incapable of comfortably hitting the other side of the screen with one hand. Didn't have this issue with my iPhone 6S, so seeing this is really promising to me

I agree. This is the phone the iPhone X should have been. I was disappointed with the size dimensions of the X. This seems to knock it out of the park.

 

[aleni]

Finally after 5 years of excruciating pain!

 

[Banich2]

From what I understand, this won't be one of the Pro models, right? This is so bizarre to me because I would think people in the Pro market might be interested in smaller phones. Also, it's really weird to me that the iPhone 11 is larger than the iPhone 11Pro...they should be the same size. Am I crazy, or does anyone else agree with me? If you want an average sized phone, you have to go with a sub premium model. It just does't make any sense. Apple Watch Edition models are are same size as the Apple Watch Sport models, MacbookPros are roughly the same size as a MacBook Air, and when the iPad Pro first came out, wasn't the smaller size the same size as a regular iPad? Sorry, I'll end my rant.

 

[coolfactor]

I definitely like the squared edges of the rumored iPhone 12 versus the rounded edges of the iPhone 6 and up.

It is also nice to see that the overall size of the 5.4" is very close to the original SE size.

If the iPhone 12 has Touch ID somehow, I am pretty sure it will be my next iPhone and a good replacement for my original SE.

Yes, let's hope this design is real. I would applaud Apple for listening to its users! The iPhone 4/5/SE design is stellar and sorely missed. While I love the camera, microphones and speakers on my XR, and the larger screen is nice, the device is just too darn big to be used one-handed. I miss that from my SE days, and the iPhone 12 should restore that great experience.

 

[bernoulli]

Still a tad big for what I would want to use, but I would definitely switch to this coming from an iPhone SE to an iPhone 7 myself.

SE to 7 must have felt like a downgrade, especially in battery life

 

[allenvanhellen]

Might still be too big, but this is a step in the right direction. The perfect iPhone will be about the size of the 4S but all screen.

 

[NickName99]

Looks perfect. I wonder what people will find to whine about it? Maybe the notch, or the lightning bolt plug?

 

[entropys]

My iPhone 7 is ready to be retired for this little fella!

 

[fokmik]

So since the iphone 6.7" is bigger than the current 6.5" that confirms no reduced bezels
If they did reduce the bezels, an 0.2" would fit in the same body for sure

 

[nickgovier]

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[Paul6s]

I thought that too a while back. But Why? Why did they make this phone 0.2" bigger? I'm for it but why make it bigger screen wise by such a small amount if it's not for shrinking the bezels?

 

[scaramoosh]

Now that's the phone I've been waiting for.... as long as it's not heavy.... the iPhone X was so heavy! I went back to my iPhone SE and used it for two more years, but then switched to an iPhone XR and it's too heavy again! I just want my iPhone SE back and this thing looks the closest I can get.

 

[fokmik]

I thought that too a while back. But Why? Why did they make this phone 0.2" bigger? I'm for it but why make it bigger screen wise by such a small amount if it's not for shrinking the bezels?

exactly, by increasing the size thanks to shrinking the bezels would be an statement, but this way...its irrelevant, makes the phone just bigger and even harder to handle...keeping the footprint by reducing the bezels and notch, we could got way more top room for more icons, like dnd, alarm etc

 

[Banich2]

I've been waiting for someone to do this comparison for ages, thanks iZac for doing what the rest of the iPhone media universe apparently could not!

I'm really interested in this iPhone size, which is the first time I've been able to say that since the SE. I'll still need to get my hands on it to test before buying, as it looks from the photos like reaching the top of the screen would be an even further reach than on the 8, since the screen goes right to the top of the device.

Not quite to the top. the speaker, camera, and proximity sensor are still at the top