Which phone is lighter?

Galaxy S26 is lighter at 167 g versus Galaxy S24 Ultra at 232 g (65 g difference).

Which phone is thinner?

Galaxy S26 is thinner at 7.2 mm compared with Galaxy S24 Ultra at 8.6 mm (1.40 mm difference).

Which phone is easier to carry?

Galaxy S26 is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (71.7 × 149.6 × 7.2 mm, 167 g) than Galaxy S24 Ultra (79 × 162.3 × 8.6 mm, 232 g).

Which phone is better for one-handed use?

Galaxy S26 is better for one-handed use with a 71.7 mm width, 149.6 mm height, and 167 g weight versus Galaxy S24 Ultra at 79 mm, 162.3 mm, and 232 g.

Device Size Comparison

Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Galaxy S26

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Comparison Summary

Galaxy S24 Ultra is significantly wider than Galaxy S26 (79 mm vs 71.7 mm), Galaxy S24 Ultra is significantly heavier (232 g vs 167 g), and Galaxy S24 Ultra is significantly thicker (8.6 mm vs 7.2 mm). Galaxy S24 Ultra is 7.3 mm wider and 12.7 mm taller than Galaxy S26, making Galaxy S24 Ultra si...

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Smaller body

Galaxy S26

Galaxy S26 (71.7 × 149.6 mm) vs Galaxy S24 Ultra (79 × 162.3 mm).

Lighter weight

Galaxy S26

Galaxy S26 (167 g) vs Galaxy S24 Ultra (232 g), 65 g lighter.

Thinner design

Galaxy S26

Galaxy S26 (7.2 mm) vs Galaxy S24 Ultra (8.6 mm).

Pocketability

Galaxy S26

Galaxy S26 has a smaller overall body size for pocket carry (71.7 × 149.6 × 7.2 mm).

Larger overall size

Galaxy S24 Ultra

Galaxy S24 Ultra is 7.3 mm wider and 12.7 mm taller than Galaxy S26 (79 × 162.3 mm vs 71.7 × 149.6 mm).

Dimensions Table

Dimension	Galaxy S24 Ultra	Galaxy S26	Difference
Width	79 mm	71.7 mm	-7.3 mm
Height	162.3 mm	149.6 mm	-12.7 mm
Thickness	8.6 mm	7.2 mm	-1.4 mm
Weight	232 g	167 g	-65 g

Real-World Feel

Galaxy S26 is easier to grip one-handed with a 71.7 mm width and 149.6 mm height, while Galaxy S24 Ultra may require more finger stretching (79 mm × 162.3 mm).
Galaxy S26 slides into pockets more comfortably at 7.2 mm thick, and Galaxy S26 has the smaller overall body for vertical pocket storage.
Galaxy S26 (167 g) feels noticeably lighter during extended one-handed use than Galaxy S24 Ultra (232 g), a 65 g difference that adds up over time.
Galaxy S24 Ultra takes up more desk and bag space at 79 × 162.3 × 8.6 mm, while Galaxy S26 leaves more room for cases, chargers, and other items.

Which is Bigger?

Overall size: Galaxy S24 Ultra is 7.3 mm wider and 12.7 mm taller than Galaxy S26, making Galaxy S24 Ultra significantly larger overall.
Width: Galaxy S24 Ultra is wider (79 mm vs 71.7 mm, +7.3 mm).
Height: Galaxy S24 Ultra is taller (162.3 mm vs 149.6 mm, +12.7 mm).

Weight Comparison

Galaxy S24 Ultra weighs 232 g and Galaxy S26 weighs 167 g — a difference of 65 g. Galaxy S24 Ultra is 38.9% heavier than Galaxy S26.

Thickness Comparison

Galaxy S24 Ultra is 8.6 mm thick and Galaxy S26 is 7.2 mm thick (+1.4 mm). Galaxy S24 Ultra is the thicker device in hand.

FAQ

Which phone is bigger?: Galaxy S24 Ultra is 7.3 mm wider and 12.7 mm taller than Galaxy S26 (79 × 162.3 mm vs 71.7 × 149.6 mm).
Which phone is lighter?: Galaxy S26 is lighter at 167 g versus Galaxy S24 Ultra at 232 g (65 g difference).
Which phone is thinner?: Galaxy S26 is thinner at 7.2 mm compared with Galaxy S24 Ultra at 8.6 mm (1.40 mm difference).
Which phone is easier to carry?: Galaxy S26 is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (71.7 × 149.6 × 7.2 mm, 167 g) than Galaxy S24 Ultra (79 × 162.3 × 8.6 mm, 232 g).
Which phone is better for one-handed use?: Galaxy S26 is better for one-handed use with a 71.7 mm width, 149.6 mm height, and 167 g weight versus Galaxy S24 Ultra at 79 mm, 162.3 mm, and 232 g.

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