Which phone is lighter?

Galaxy S24 is lighter at 167 g versus Galaxy S26 Ultra at 214 g (47 g difference).

Which phone is thinner?

Galaxy S24 is thinner at 7.6 mm compared with Galaxy S26 Ultra at 7.9 mm (0.30 mm difference).

Which phone is easier to carry?

Galaxy S24 is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (70.6 × 147 × 7.6 mm, 167 g) than Galaxy S26 Ultra (78.1 × 163.6 × 7.9 mm, 214 g).

Which phone is better for one-handed use?

Galaxy S24 is better for one-handed use with a 70.6 mm width, 147 mm height, and 167 g weight versus Galaxy S26 Ultra at 78.1 mm, 163.6 mm, and 214 g.

Device Size Comparison

Galaxy S24 vs Galaxy S26 Ultra

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Comparison Summary

Galaxy S26 Ultra is significantly wider than Galaxy S24 (78.1 mm vs 70.6 mm), Galaxy S26 Ultra is significantly heavier (214 g vs 167 g), and Galaxy S26 Ultra is slightly thicker (7.9 mm vs 7.6 mm). Galaxy S26 Ultra is 7.5 mm wider and 16.6 mm taller than Galaxy S24, making Galaxy S26 Ultra signi...

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Smaller body

Galaxy S24

Galaxy S24 (70.6 × 147 mm) vs Galaxy S26 Ultra (78.1 × 163.6 mm).

Lighter weight

Galaxy S24

Galaxy S24 (167 g) vs Galaxy S26 Ultra (214 g), 47 g lighter.

Thinner design

Galaxy S24

Galaxy S24 (7.6 mm) vs Galaxy S26 Ultra (7.9 mm).

Pocketability

Galaxy S24

Galaxy S24 has a smaller overall body size for pocket carry (70.6 × 147 × 7.6 mm).

Larger overall size

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Galaxy S26 Ultra is 7.5 mm wider and 16.6 mm taller than Galaxy S24 (78.1 × 163.6 mm vs 70.6 × 147 mm).

Dimensions Table

Dimension	Galaxy S24	Galaxy S26 Ultra	Difference
Width	70.6 mm	78.1 mm	+7.5 mm
Height	147 mm	163.6 mm	+16.6 mm
Thickness	7.6 mm	7.9 mm	+0.3 mm
Weight	167 g	214 g	+47 g

Real-World Feel

Galaxy S24 is easier to grip one-handed with a 70.6 mm width and 147 mm height, while Galaxy S26 Ultra may require more finger stretching (78.1 mm × 163.6 mm).
Galaxy S24 slides into pockets more comfortably at 7.6 mm thick, and Galaxy S24 has the smaller overall body for vertical pocket storage.
Galaxy S24 (167 g) feels noticeably lighter during extended one-handed use than Galaxy S26 Ultra (214 g), a 47 g difference that adds up over time.
Galaxy S26 Ultra takes up more desk and bag space at 78.1 × 163.6 × 7.9 mm, while Galaxy S24 leaves more room for cases, chargers, and other items.

Which is Bigger?

Overall size: Galaxy S26 Ultra is 7.5 mm wider and 16.6 mm taller than Galaxy S24, making Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly larger overall.
Width: Galaxy S26 Ultra is wider (78.1 mm vs 70.6 mm, +7.5 mm).
Height: Galaxy S26 Ultra is taller (163.6 mm vs 147 mm, +16.6 mm).

Weight Comparison

Galaxy S26 Ultra weighs 214 g and Galaxy S24 weighs 167 g — a difference of 47 g. Galaxy S26 Ultra is 28.1% heavier than Galaxy S24.

Thickness Comparison

Galaxy S26 Ultra is 7.9 mm thick and Galaxy S24 is 7.6 mm thick (+0.3 mm). Galaxy S26 Ultra is the thicker device in hand.

FAQ

Which phone is bigger?: Galaxy S26 Ultra is 7.5 mm wider and 16.6 mm taller than Galaxy S24 (78.1 × 163.6 mm vs 70.6 × 147 mm).
Which phone is lighter?: Galaxy S24 is lighter at 167 g versus Galaxy S26 Ultra at 214 g (47 g difference).
Which phone is thinner?: Galaxy S24 is thinner at 7.6 mm compared with Galaxy S26 Ultra at 7.9 mm (0.30 mm difference).
Which phone is easier to carry?: Galaxy S24 is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (70.6 × 147 × 7.6 mm, 167 g) than Galaxy S26 Ultra (78.1 × 163.6 × 7.9 mm, 214 g).
Which phone is better for one-handed use?: Galaxy S24 is better for one-handed use with a 70.6 mm width, 147 mm height, and 167 g weight versus Galaxy S26 Ultra at 78.1 mm, 163.6 mm, and 214 g.

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