Galaxy S25 Ultra vs iPhone 16 Pro Max size
The Galaxy S25 Ultra measures 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm and the iPhone 16 Pro Max measures 163 x 77.6 x 8.25 mm. The Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16 Pro Max take up almost exactly the same space in your hand.
- Galaxy S25 Ultra218 g162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 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 Ultra measures up
| Spec | Galaxy S25 Ultra | iPhone 16 Pro Max | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 162.8 mm 6.41 in | 163 mm 6.42 in | -0.2 mm (-0.1%) |
| Width | 77.6 mm 3.06 in | 77.6 mm 3.06 in | Same |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm 0.32 in | 8.25 mm 0.32 in | -0.05 mm (-0.6%) |
| Weight | 218 g 7.7 oz | 227 g 8.0 oz | -9 g (-4.0%) |
| Screen | 6.9 in | 6.9 in | Same |
| Front footprint | 126.3 cm² | 126.5 cm² | -0.2 cm² (-0.1%) |
What the difference feels like
The two are within a fraction of a millimetre of each other in width, which is the measurement your grip notices most, so they should feel close to the same in the hand.
Height is almost identical, so they sit the same in a pocket.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is 9 g heavier, which most people will not notice day to day.
Common questions
Is the Galaxy S25 Ultra bigger than the iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16 Pro Max take up almost exactly the same space in your hand. Height differs by 0.2 mm and width by 0 mm.
Will a iPhone 16 Pro Max 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 0.2 mm in height and 0 mm in width. Buy a case made for the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
They are the same width, so neither has an edge for one-handed reach. The shorter phone makes the top corners a little easier to reach.
Cases and prices
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Sources
- Galaxy S25 Ultra: manufacturer spec page
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16 Pro Max.