Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Galaxy S24 Ultra size
The Galaxy S25 Ultra measures 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm and the Galaxy S24 Ultra measures 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm. The Galaxy S24 Ultra is the bigger phone. Its front covers 1.5% more area than the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
- Galaxy S25 Ultra218 g162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm
- Galaxy S24 Ultra232 g162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the Galaxy S25 Ultra measures up
| Spec | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Galaxy S24 Ultra | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 162.8 mm 6.41 in | 162.3 mm 6.39 in | +0.5 mm (+0.3%) |
| Width | 77.6 mm 3.06 in | 79 mm 3.11 in | -1.4 mm (-1.8%) |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm 0.32 in | 8.6 mm 0.34 in | -0.4 mm (-4.7%) |
| Weight | 218 g 7.7 oz | 232 g 8.2 oz | -14 g (-6.0%) |
| Screen | 6.9 in | 6.8 in | +0.1 in (+1.5%) |
| Front footprint | 126.3 cm² | 128.2 cm² | -1.9 cm² (-1.5%) |
What the difference feels like
The Galaxy S24 Ultra is 1.4 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.
Height is almost identical, so they sit the same in a pocket.
The Galaxy S24 Ultra is 0.4 mm thicker. Manufacturers measure thickness without the camera bump, so the real difference at the camera can be larger.
The Galaxy S24 Ultra is 14 g heavier, which most people will not notice day to day.
Common questions
Is the Galaxy S25 Ultra bigger than the Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Galaxy S24 Ultra is the bigger phone. Its front covers 1.5% more area than the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Height differs by 0.5 mm and width by 1.4 mm.
Will a Galaxy S24 Ultra case fit the Galaxy S25 Ultra?
No. A case is cut for one model's exact size, buttons and camera, and these two differ by 0.5 mm in height and 1.4 mm in width. Buy a case made for the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
The Galaxy S25 Ultra, because it is 1.4 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 Ultra: manufacturer spec page
- Galaxy S24 Ultra: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: Galaxy S25 Ultra and Galaxy S24 Ultra.