iPhone 16 vs Galaxy S24 size
The iPhone 16 measures 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm and the Galaxy S24 measures 147 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm. The iPhone 16 is the bigger phone. Its front covers 1.8% more area than the Galaxy S24.
- iPhone 16170 g147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm
- Galaxy S24167 g147 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the iPhone 16 measures up
| Spec | iPhone 16 | Galaxy S24 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 147.6 mm 5.81 in | 147 mm 5.79 in | +0.6 mm (+0.4%) |
| Width | 71.6 mm 2.82 in | 70.6 mm 2.78 in | +1 mm (+1.4%) |
| Thickness | 7.8 mm 0.31 in | 7.6 mm 0.30 in | +0.2 mm (+2.6%) |
| Weight | 170 g 6.0 oz | 167 g 5.9 oz | +3 g (+1.8%) |
| Screen | 6.1 in | 6.2 in | -0.1 in (-1.6%) |
| Front footprint | 105.7 cm² | 103.8 cm² | +1.9 cm² (+1.8%) |
What the difference feels like
The iPhone 16 is 1 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.
Common questions
Is the iPhone 16 bigger than the Galaxy S24?
The iPhone 16 is the bigger phone. Its front covers 1.8% more area than the Galaxy S24. Height differs by 0.6 mm and width by 1 mm.
Will a Galaxy S24 case fit the iPhone 16?
No. A case is cut for one model's exact size, buttons and camera, and these two differ by 0.6 mm in height and 1 mm in width. Buy a case made for the iPhone 16.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
The Galaxy S24, because it is 1 mm narrower. Width matters more than height for reaching across the screen with your thumb.
Cases and prices
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Sources
- iPhone 16: manufacturer spec page
- Galaxy S24: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: iPhone 16 and Galaxy S24.