iPhone 16 Lineup vs. iPhone 15 Lineup: Comparing Compatibility of Phone Cases and Screen & Lens Protectors

Q: Are the camera lens protectors, tempered glass screen protectors, and phone cases for iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone Pro Max interchangeable?

 

Tempered glass screen protectors and phone cases for the iPhone 16 lineup are not interchangeable. The iPhone 16 and 16 Pro are slightly different in dimensions and screen size. The iPhone 16 Pro Max has seen its biggest growth spurt in years, with a screen of 6.9 inches and dimensions that dwarf its siblings. As a result, all four phones differ in size and, consequently, tempered glass screen protectors and phone cases are not compatible. Find the best prices for an iPhone 16 case wholesale at TVCMALL.

 

Q: Are the camera lens protectors, tempered glass screen protectors, and phone cases for the iPhone 16 lineup respectively, compatible with the iPhone 15 lineup?

 

Previous iterations of the iPhone lineup saw less dramatic changes in size. The iPhone 16 series, however, has seen changes across all four iPhones. In addition to changes in size, the iPhone 16 series also has an extra button. As a result, none of the iPhone 15 lineup cases are compatible with the iPhone 16 lineup. You can find the best affordable iPhone 16 Plus cases wholesale at TVCMALL.

Please refer to the following table for compatibility information, including iPhone 15 Pro vs. iPhone 16 Pro screen protectors.

 

 

Compatibility of iPhone 16 Series Lens Protectors

 

• Camera Lens Protectors for iPhone 16 vs. 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro vs. 16 Pro Max

This year, the Pro and Pro Max versions of the iPhone both have the 5X telephoto camera lens, a step up from last year when only the iPhone 15 Pro Max was outfitted with the super-telephoto lens. Additionally, the iPhones 16 and 16 Plus have identical diagonal configurations on their lenses.

Expect lens protectors to be compatible between the iPhones 16 and 16 Plus and between the iPhones 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max. However, always defer to the product description.

 

• iPhone 16 Series vs. iPhone 15 Series

While the lenses in the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus were arranged vertically, the lenses in the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus are arranged diagonally. As a consequence, the lens protectors for the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus are not compatible with the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus.

At first glance, the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max, seem to have the same configuration of lenses as the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max. We know, however, that the iPhone Pro 15 only had a 3X telephoto lens, while the lens on the iPhone 16 Pro is now a 5X optical zoom lens. It’s unlikely lens protectors for the iPhone 15 Pro will be compatible with the iPhone 16 Pro.

The lenses on the iPhone 16 Pro Max are the same as the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Remember, though, the iPhone 16 Pro Max is considerably larger than the iPhone 15 Pro Max. That difference in size may affect the compatibility of lens protectors. TVCMALL recommends referring to the product description for compatibility questions.

 

 

iPhone 15 Series Tempered Glass Screen Protectors: Compatibility Insights

 

• Compatibility Within iPhone 16 Series

The screens on the four phones within the iPhone 16 series—the iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max—are all different sizes. Hence, tempered glass screen protectors are not compatible within the iPhone 16 series.

 

• Compatibility Across iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 Series

The screens of the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus are the same size as those of the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus. However, the bezels on the iPhone 16 series are thinner than those on the iPhone 15 series. 

 

iPhone 15 Series: Compatibility of Cases and Covers

 

• Compatibility Within iPhone 16 Series

As you can see from the table below, each smartphone within the iPhone 16 series has different dimensions. Hence, cases and covers are not compatible within the iPhone 16 series. You can find the latest iPhone 16 Pro cases wholesale and hundreds of iPhone 16 Pro Max cases wholesale at TVCMALL.

 

• Compatibility Across iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 Series

On first blush, the dimensions in the table below seem to indicate that the covers for the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus are compatible with the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus. But not so fast—the buttons on the iPhone 16 series are different, meaning that the covers are not compatible with the iPhone 15 series.

 

 

For your reference, the following is some basic information about the iPhone 16 Series Models and iPhone 15 Series Models

 

 

FAQs About iPhone 16 Series: Phone Cases and Screen & Lens Protectors

 

• Will iPhone 16 Pro Max camera protector fit iPhone 15 Pro Max?

The iPhone 16 Pro Max camera protector might fit the iPhone 15 Pro Max since both iPhones have the same lenses. However, the iPhone 16 Pro Max is overall larger than the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Always refer to the product description for compatibility.

 

• Will iPhone 16 Pro screen protector fit iPhone 16?

No, the iPhone 16 Pro screen protector will not fit the iPhone 16. This year, the iPhone 16 is slightly smaller than the iPhone 16 Pro. For the best protection, TVCMALL recommends using the correct screen protector for each iPhone.

 

• Will iPhone 16 camera protector fit iPhone 15?

No, the iPhone 16 camera protector will not fit the iPhone 15. The lens configuration on the iPhone 16 is different from that on the iPhone 15.

 

• Will iPhone 16 Pro Max screen protector fit iPhone 16 Plus?

No, the iPhone 16 Pro Max screen protector will not fit the iPhone 16 Plus. The iPhone 16 Pro Max is larger than the iPhone 16 Plus, 6.9 inches versus 6.7 inches.

 

• Does iPhone 15 Pro Max screen protector for iPhone 16 Plus?

It may be possible that the iPhone 15 Pro Max screen protector will fit the iPhone 16 Plus. Both phones have a screen that measures 6.7 inches. However, expect the iPhone 16 Plus to have thinner bezels than the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Refer to the product description for compatibility questions.