Galaxy S25+ vs iPhone 16 Pro Max size
The Galaxy S25+ measures 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm and the iPhone 16 Pro Max measures 163 x 77.6 x 8.25 mm. The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the bigger phone. Its front covers 5.1% more area than the Galaxy S25+.
- Galaxy S25+190 g158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm
- iPhone 16 Pro Max227 g163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the Galaxy S25+ measures up
| Spec | Galaxy S25+ | iPhone 16 Pro Max | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 158.4 mm 6.24 in | 163 mm 6.42 in | -4.6 mm (-2.8%) |
| Width | 75.8 mm 2.98 in | 77.6 mm 3.06 in | -1.8 mm (-2.3%) |
| Thickness | 7.3 mm 0.29 in | 8.25 mm 0.32 in | -0.95 mm (-11.5%) |
| Weight | 190 g 6.7 oz | 227 g 8.0 oz | -37 g (-16.3%) |
| Screen | 6.7 in | 6.9 in | -0.2 in (-2.9%) |
| Front footprint | 120.1 cm² | 126.5 cm² | -6.4 cm² (-5.1%) |
What the difference feels like
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is 1.8 mm wider. That is small, but you can feel it when you wrap your hand around the phone, and it adds a little stretch for one-handed typing.
In a jeans pocket the iPhone 16 Pro Max sits 4.6 mm higher, about 0.18 inches.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is 0.95 mm thicker. Manufacturers measure thickness without the camera bump, so the real difference at the camera can be larger.
At 37 g heavier (1.3 oz), the iPhone 16 Pro Max is noticeably heftier when you hold it up to read.
Common questions
Is the Galaxy S25+ bigger than the iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the bigger phone. Its front covers 5.1% more area than the Galaxy S25+. Height differs by 4.6 mm and width by 1.8 mm.
Will a iPhone 16 Pro Max case fit the Galaxy S25+?
No. A case is cut for one model's exact size, buttons and camera, and these two differ by 4.6 mm in height and 1.8 mm in width. Buy a case made for the Galaxy S25+.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
The Galaxy S25+, because it is 1.8 mm narrower. Width matters more than height for reaching across the screen with your thumb.
Cases and prices
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Sources
- Galaxy S25+: manufacturer spec page
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: Galaxy S25+ and iPhone 16 Pro Max.