Galaxy S25 Ultra vs iPhone 16 Plus size
The Galaxy S25 Ultra measures 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm and the iPhone 16 Plus measures 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm. The Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16 Plus take up almost exactly the same space in your hand.
- Galaxy S25 Ultra218 g162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm
- iPhone 16 Plus199 g160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the Galaxy S25 Ultra measures up
| Spec | Galaxy S25 Ultra | iPhone 16 Plus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 162.8 mm 6.41 in | 160.9 mm 6.33 in | +1.9 mm (+1.2%) |
| Width | 77.6 mm 3.06 in | 77.8 mm 3.06 in | -0.2 mm (-0.3%) |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm 0.32 in | 7.8 mm 0.31 in | +0.4 mm (+5.1%) |
| Weight | 218 g 7.7 oz | 199 g 7.0 oz | +19 g (+9.5%) |
| Screen | 6.9 in | 6.7 in | +0.2 in (+3.0%) |
| Front footprint | 126.3 cm² | 125.2 cm² | +1.2 cm² (+0.9%) |
What the difference feels like
The two are within 0.2 mm of each other in width, which is the measurement your grip notices most, so they should feel close to the same in the hand.
In a jeans pocket the Galaxy S25 Ultra sits 1.9 mm higher, about 0.07 inches.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is 0.4 mm thicker. Manufacturers measure thickness without the camera bump, so the real difference at the camera can be larger.
At 19 g heavier (0.7 oz), the Galaxy S25 Ultra is noticeably heftier when you hold it up to read.
Common questions
Is the Galaxy S25 Ultra bigger than the iPhone 16 Plus?
The Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16 Plus take up almost exactly the same space in your hand. Height differs by 1.9 mm and width by 0.2 mm.
Will a iPhone 16 Plus 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 1.9 mm in height and 0.2 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 0.2 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
- iPhone 16 Plus: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16 Plus.