When placed side by side, the iPhone 17 and Apple Watch Series 11 (45mm) reveal a clear story. In terms of height, the iPhone 17 stands at 147.6 mm while the Apple Watch Series 11 (45mm) measures 47.0 mm. The iPhone 17 is 100.6 mm taller. Looking at width, the iPhone 17 is 71.6 mm across versus the Apple Watch Series 11 (45mm)'s 39.6 mm. The iPhone 17 is 32.0 mm wider. For thickness, the iPhone 17 comes in at 7.8 mm compared to the Apple Watch Series 11 (45mm)'s 10.8 mm. The Apple Watch Series 11 (45mm) is 3.0 mm thicker.
The iPhone 17 is heavier at 171 grams versus 39 grams for the Apple Watch Series 11 (45mm). That is a 132-gram difference (338.5%). While this may seem small, you can feel a noticeable difference during extended use.
Fits comfortably in most front pockets.
Most of the screen is reachable, shifting grip needed for corners.
| Metric | iPhone 17 | Apple Watch Series 11 (45mm) | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 71.6 mm | 39.6 mm | +32.0 mm |
| Height | 147.6 mm | 47.0 mm | +100.6 mm |
| Depth | 7.8 mm | 10.8 mm | -3.0 mm |
| Weight | 171 g | 39 g | +132.0 mm |