Which phone is lighter?

Galaxy S25 is lighter at 162 g versus iPhone 16 Pro Max at 227 g (65 g difference).

Which phone is thinner?

Galaxy S25 is thinner at 7.2 mm compared with iPhone 16 Pro Max at 8.25 mm (1.05 mm difference).

Which phone is easier to carry?

Galaxy S25 is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (70.5 × 146.9 × 7.2 mm, 162 g) than iPhone 16 Pro Max (77.6 × 163 × 8.25 mm, 227 g).

Which phone is better for one-handed use?

Galaxy S25 is better for one-handed use with a 70.5 mm width, 146.9 mm height, and 162 g weight versus iPhone 16 Pro Max at 77.6 mm, 163 mm, and 227 g.

Device Size Comparison

Galaxy S25 vs iPhone 16 Pro Max

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Comparison Summary

iPhone 16 Pro Max is significantly wider than Galaxy S25 (77.6 mm vs 70.5 mm), iPhone 16 Pro Max is significantly heavier (227 g vs 162 g), and iPhone 16 Pro Max is noticeably thicker (8.25 mm vs 7.2 mm). iPhone 16 Pro Max is 7.1 mm wider and 16.1 mm taller than Galaxy S25, making iPhone 16 Pro M...

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Smaller body

Galaxy S25

Galaxy S25 (70.5 × 146.9 mm) vs iPhone 16 Pro Max (77.6 × 163 mm).

Lighter weight

Galaxy S25

Galaxy S25 (162 g) vs iPhone 16 Pro Max (227 g), 65 g lighter.

Thinner design

Galaxy S25

Galaxy S25 (7.2 mm) vs iPhone 16 Pro Max (8.25 mm).

Pocketability

Galaxy S25

Galaxy S25 has a smaller overall body size for pocket carry (70.5 × 146.9 × 7.2 mm).

Larger overall size

iPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max is 7.1 mm wider and 16.1 mm taller than Galaxy S25 (77.6 × 163 mm vs 70.5 × 146.9 mm).

Dimensions Table

Dimension	Galaxy S25	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Difference
Width	70.5 mm	77.6 mm	+7.1 mm
Height	146.9 mm	163 mm	+16.1 mm
Thickness	7.2 mm	8.25 mm	+1.05 mm
Weight	162 g	227 g	+65 g

Real-World Feel

Galaxy S25 is easier to grip one-handed with a 70.5 mm width and 146.9 mm height, while iPhone 16 Pro Max may require more finger stretching (77.6 mm × 163 mm).
Galaxy S25 slides into pockets more comfortably at 7.2 mm thick, and Galaxy S25 has the smaller overall body for vertical pocket storage.
Galaxy S25 (162 g) feels noticeably lighter during extended one-handed use than iPhone 16 Pro Max (227 g), a 65 g difference that adds up over time.
iPhone 16 Pro Max takes up more desk and bag space at 77.6 × 163 × 8.25 mm, while Galaxy S25 leaves more room for cases, chargers, and other items.

Which is Bigger?

Overall size: iPhone 16 Pro Max is 7.1 mm wider and 16.1 mm taller than Galaxy S25, making iPhone 16 Pro Max significantly larger overall.
Width: iPhone 16 Pro Max is wider (77.6 mm vs 70.5 mm, +7.1 mm).
Height: iPhone 16 Pro Max is taller (163 mm vs 146.9 mm, +16.1 mm).

Weight Comparison

iPhone 16 Pro Max weighs 227 g and Galaxy S25 weighs 162 g — a difference of 65 g. iPhone 16 Pro Max is 40.1% heavier than Galaxy S25.

Thickness Comparison

iPhone 16 Pro Max is 8.25 mm thick and Galaxy S25 is 7.2 mm thick (+1.05 mm). iPhone 16 Pro Max is the thicker device in hand.

FAQ

Which phone is bigger?: iPhone 16 Pro Max is 7.1 mm wider and 16.1 mm taller than Galaxy S25 (77.6 × 163 mm vs 70.5 × 146.9 mm).
Which phone is lighter?: Galaxy S25 is lighter at 162 g versus iPhone 16 Pro Max at 227 g (65 g difference).
Which phone is thinner?: Galaxy S25 is thinner at 7.2 mm compared with iPhone 16 Pro Max at 8.25 mm (1.05 mm difference).
Which phone is easier to carry?: Galaxy S25 is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (70.5 × 146.9 × 7.2 mm, 162 g) than iPhone 16 Pro Max (77.6 × 163 × 8.25 mm, 227 g).
Which phone is better for one-handed use?: Galaxy S25 is better for one-handed use with a 70.5 mm width, 146.9 mm height, and 162 g weight versus iPhone 16 Pro Max at 77.6 mm, 163 mm, and 227 g.

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