Device Size Comparison

iPad Pro 11 M5 vs iPhone SE (3rd generation)

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Comparison Summary

iPad Pro 11 M5 is significantly wider than iPhone SE (3rd generation) (177.5 mm vs 67.3 mm), iPad Pro 11 M5 is significantly heavier (444 g vs 144 g), and iPhone SE (3rd generation) is significantly thicker (7.3 mm vs 5.3 mm). iPad Pro 11 M5 is 110.2 mm wider and 111.3 mm taller than iPhone SE (3...

Key Differences

  • Weight

    The iPad Pro 11 M5 is 300g heavier than the iPhone SE (3rd generation) (208.3%).

  • Height

    The iPad Pro 11 M5 is 111.3mm taller than the iPhone SE (3rd generation).

  • Width

    The iPad Pro 11 M5 is 110.2mm wider than the iPhone SE (3rd generation).

  • Thickness

    The iPhone SE (3rd generation) is 2mm thicker than the iPad Pro 11 M5.

Winner Cards

Smaller body

iPhone SE (3rd generation)

iPhone SE (3rd generation) (67.3 × 138.4 mm) vs iPad Pro 11 M5 (177.5 × 249.7 mm).

Lighter weight

iPhone SE (3rd generation)

iPhone SE (3rd generation) (144 g) vs iPad Pro 11 M5 (444 g), 300 g lighter.

Thinner design

iPad Pro 11 M5

iPad Pro 11 M5 (5.3 mm) vs iPhone SE (3rd generation) (7.3 mm).

Pocketability

iPhone SE (3rd generation)

iPhone SE (3rd generation) has a smaller overall body size for pocket carry (67.3 × 138.4 × 7.3 mm).

Larger overall size

iPad Pro 11 M5

iPad Pro 11 M5 is 110.2 mm wider and 111.3 mm taller than iPhone SE (3rd generation) (177.5 × 249.7 mm vs 67.3 × 138.4 mm).

Dimension Comparison Table

DimensioniPad Pro 11 M5iPhone SE (3rd generation)Difference
Width177.5 mm67.3 mm-110.2 mm
Height249.7 mm138.4 mm-111.3 mm
Thickness5.3 mm7.3 mm+2 mm
Weight444 g144 g-300 g

Real-world Usage

Pocket Carry

The iPhone SE (3rd generation) is the better pocket fit on paper; the iPad Pro 11 M5 may feel tighter when stored vertically in shallow pockets.

One-Hand Use

The iPhone SE (3rd generation)'s shorter body may reduce vertical thumb travel; the iPad Pro 11 M5 covers more height when reaching the top of the screen.

Daily Comfort

Listed weight and bulk move together here: the iPad Pro 11 M5 is both heavier and larger, which can feel more substantial during routine handheld use.

Travel & Bag Carry

The iPad Pro 11 M5 uses more organizer space in a bag or backpack; the iPhone SE (3rd generation) leaves more room beside cases and chargers, and the iPad Pro 11 M5 adds more listed mass to a packed carry.

Buying Recommendation

Who should choose the iPad Pro 11 M5?

Choose the iPad Pro 11 M5 if thinner 5.3 mm profile (vs 7.3 mm) matter most to you, even though it also has higher listed weight (444g vs 144g), wider 177.5 mm body (vs 67.3 mm), taller 249.7 mm frame (vs 138.4 mm), and larger overall footprint (177.5 × 249.7 mm vs 67.3 × 138.4 mm) compared with the iPhone SE (3rd generation).

Who should choose the iPhone SE (3rd generation)?

Choose the iPhone SE (3rd generation) if lighter listed weight (144g vs 444g), narrower 67.3 mm width (vs 177.5 mm), shorter 138.4 mm height (vs 249.7 mm), and smaller width × height footprint (67.3 × 138.4 mm vs 177.5 × 249.7 mm) matter most to you, even though it also has thicker 7.3 mm edge (vs 5.3 mm) compared with the iPad Pro 11 M5.

Overall recommendation

Overall, the iPhone SE (3rd generation) is the more compact pick on listed size, and the iPad Pro 11 M5 is the larger option for buyers who want more physical presence from the official dimensions alone.

FAQ

Which tablet is bigger?
iPad Pro 11 M5 is 110.2 mm wider and 111.3 mm taller than iPhone SE (3rd generation) (177.5 × 249.7 mm vs 67.3 × 138.4 mm).
Which tablet is lighter?
iPhone SE (3rd generation) is lighter at 144 g versus iPad Pro 11 M5 at 444 g (300 g difference).
Which tablet is thinner?
iPad Pro 11 M5 is thinner at 5.3 mm compared with iPhone SE (3rd generation) at 7.3 mm (2.00 mm difference).
Which tablet is easier to carry?
iPhone SE (3rd generation) is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (67.3 × 138.4 × 7.3 mm, 144 g) than iPad Pro 11 M5 (177.5 × 249.7 × 5.3 mm, 444 g).
Which tablet is better for one-handed use?
iPhone SE (3rd generation) is better for one-handed use with a 67.3 mm width, 138.4 mm height, and 144 g weight versus iPad Pro 11 M5 at 177.5 mm, 249.7 mm, and 444 g.
Which device is heavier?
iPad Pro 11 M5 is heavier at 444g compared with iPhone SE (3rd generation) at 144g.
How much heavier is iPad Pro 11 M5 than iPhone SE (3rd generation)?
iPad Pro 11 M5 is 300g heavier than iPhone SE (3rd generation) (444g vs 144g).
Is the weight difference noticeable?
Yes — iPad Pro 11 M5 is 300g heavier than iPhone SE (3rd generation) (444g vs 144g), which many people notice during extended browsing, gaming, or travel.

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