Galaxy S26 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max size
The Galaxy S26 Ultra measures 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm and the iPhone 17 Pro Max measures 163.4 x 78 x 8.75 mm. The Galaxy S26 Ultra and iPhone 17 Pro Max take up almost exactly the same space in your hand.
- Galaxy S26 Ultra214 g163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm
- iPhone 17 Pro Max233 g163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the Galaxy S26 Ultra measures up
| Spec | Galaxy S26 Ultra | iPhone 17 Pro Max | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 163.6 mm 6.44 in | 163.4 mm 6.43 in | +0.2 mm (+0.1%) |
| Width | 78.1 mm 3.07 in | 78 mm 3.07 in | +0.1 mm (+0.1%) |
| Thickness | 7.9 mm 0.31 in | 8.75 mm 0.34 in | -0.85 mm (-9.7%) |
| Weight | 214 g 7.5 oz | 233 g 8.2 oz | -19 g (-8.2%) |
| Screen | 6.9 in | 6.9 in | Same |
| Front footprint | 127.8 cm² | 127.5 cm² | +0.3 cm² (+0.3%) |
What the difference feels like
The two are within 0.1 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.
Height is almost identical, so they sit the same in a pocket.
The iPhone 17 Pro Max is 0.85 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 iPhone 17 Pro Max is noticeably heftier when you hold it up to read.
Common questions
Is the Galaxy S26 Ultra bigger than the iPhone 17 Pro Max?
The Galaxy S26 Ultra and iPhone 17 Pro Max take up almost exactly the same space in your hand. Height differs by 0.2 mm and width by 0.1 mm.
Will a iPhone 17 Pro Max case fit the Galaxy S26 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 0.1 mm in width. Buy a case made for the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
The iPhone 17 Pro Max, because it is 0.1 mm narrower. Width matters more than height for reaching across the screen with your thumb.
Cases and prices
Shop links go to Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.
Related comparisons
- Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Galaxy S26+
- Galaxy S26 vs Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Galaxy S24
- Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Galaxy S23
- iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Galaxy S26 FE vs Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Galaxy S26 Ultra vs OnePlus 15
- Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Galaxy S25 FE
- Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Galaxy S25 Edge
- Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Galaxy S25 Ultra
Sources
- Galaxy S26 Ultra: manufacturer spec page
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: Galaxy S26 Ultra and iPhone 17 Pro Max.