Device Size Comparison

Galaxy S24 Ultra vs iPhone 16 Pro Max

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Galaxy S24 UltraiPhone 16 Pro Max

Comparison Summary

Galaxy S24 Ultra is slightly wider than iPhone 16 Pro Max (79 mm vs 77.6 mm), Galaxy S24 Ultra is slightly heavier (232 g vs 227 g), and Galaxy S24 Ultra is slightly thicker (8.6 mm vs 8.25 mm). Galaxy S24 Ultra is 1.4 mm wider and 0.7 mm taller than iPhone 16 Pro Max, making Galaxy S24 Ultra sli...

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Smaller body

iPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max (77.6 × 163 mm) vs Galaxy S24 Ultra (79 × 162.3 mm).

Lighter weight

iPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max (227 g) vs Galaxy S24 Ultra (232 g), 5 g lighter.

Thinner design

iPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max (8.25 mm) vs Galaxy S24 Ultra (8.6 mm).

Pocketability

iPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max has a smaller overall body size for pocket carry (77.6 × 163 × 8.25 mm).

Larger overall size

Galaxy S24 Ultra

Galaxy S24 Ultra is 1.4 mm wider and 0.7 mm taller than iPhone 16 Pro Max (79 × 162.3 mm vs 77.6 × 163 mm).

Dimensions Table

DimensionGalaxy S24 UltraiPhone 16 Pro MaxDifference
Width79 mm77.6 mm-1.4 mm
Height162.3 mm163 mm+0.7 mm
Thickness8.6 mm8.25 mm-0.35 mm
Weight232 g227 g-5 g

Real-World Feel

  • One-handed use feels similar on both phones because width and height are close (79 × 162.3 mm vs 77.6 × 163 mm).
  • iPhone 16 Pro Max slides into pockets more comfortably at 8.25 mm thick, and iPhone 16 Pro Max has the smaller overall body for vertical pocket storage.
  • Long browsing or video calls feel nearly identical; Galaxy S24 Ultra is only 5 g heavier than iPhone 16 Pro Max (232 g vs 227 g).
  • Galaxy S24 Ultra takes up more desk and bag space at 79 × 162.3 × 8.6 mm, while iPhone 16 Pro Max leaves more room for cases, chargers, and other items.

Which is Bigger?

  • Overall size: Galaxy S24 Ultra is 1.4 mm wider and 0.7 mm taller than iPhone 16 Pro Max, making Galaxy S24 Ultra slightly larger overall.
  • Width: Galaxy S24 Ultra is wider (79 mm vs 77.6 mm, +1.4 mm).
  • Height: iPhone 16 Pro Max is taller (163 mm vs 162.3 mm, +0.7 mm).

Weight Comparison

Galaxy S24 Ultra weighs 232 g and iPhone 16 Pro Max weighs 227 g — a difference of 5 g. Galaxy S24 Ultra is 2.2% heavier than iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Thickness Comparison

Galaxy S24 Ultra is 8.6 mm thick and iPhone 16 Pro Max is 8.25 mm thick (+0.35 mm). Galaxy S24 Ultra is the thicker device in hand.

FAQ

Which phone is bigger?
Galaxy S24 Ultra is 1.4 mm wider and 0.7 mm taller than iPhone 16 Pro Max (79 × 162.3 mm vs 77.6 × 163 mm).
Which phone is lighter?
iPhone 16 Pro Max is lighter at 227 g versus Galaxy S24 Ultra at 232 g (5 g difference).
Which phone is thinner?
iPhone 16 Pro Max is thinner at 8.25 mm compared with Galaxy S24 Ultra at 8.6 mm (0.35 mm difference).
Which phone is easier to carry?
iPhone 16 Pro Max is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (77.6 × 163 × 8.25 mm, 227 g) than Galaxy S24 Ultra (79 × 162.3 × 8.6 mm, 232 g).
Which phone is better for one-handed use?
iPhone 16 Pro Max is better for one-handed use with a 77.6 mm width, 163 mm height, and 227 g weight versus Galaxy S24 Ultra at 79 mm, 162.3 mm, and 232 g.

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