Pixel 8 Pro vs Galaxy S23 Ultra size
The Pixel 8 Pro measures 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm and the Galaxy S23 Ultra measures 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm. The Galaxy S23 Ultra is the bigger phone. Its front covers 2.5% more area than the Pixel 8 Pro.
- Pixel 8 Pro213 g162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm
- Galaxy S23 Ultra234 g163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the Pixel 8 Pro measures up
| Spec | Pixel 8 Pro | Galaxy S23 Ultra | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 162.6 mm 6.40 in | 163.4 mm 6.43 in | -0.8 mm (-0.5%) |
| Width | 76.5 mm 3.01 in | 78.1 mm 3.07 in | -1.6 mm (-2.0%) |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm 0.35 in | 8.9 mm 0.35 in | -0.1 mm (-1.1%) |
| Weight | 213 g 7.5 oz | 234 g 8.3 oz | -21 g (-9.0%) |
| Screen | 6.7 in | 6.8 in | -0.1 in (-1.5%) |
| Front footprint | 124.4 cm² | 127.6 cm² | -3.2 cm² (-2.5%) |
What the difference feels like
The Galaxy S23 Ultra is 1.6 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.
At 21 g heavier (0.7 oz), the Galaxy S23 Ultra is noticeably heftier when you hold it up to read.
Common questions
Is the Pixel 8 Pro bigger than the Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra is the bigger phone. Its front covers 2.5% more area than the Pixel 8 Pro. Height differs by 0.8 mm and width by 1.6 mm.
Will a Galaxy S23 Ultra case fit the Pixel 8 Pro?
No. A case is cut for one model's exact size, buttons and camera, and these two differ by 0.8 mm in height and 1.6 mm in width. Buy a case made for the Pixel 8 Pro.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
The Pixel 8 Pro, because it is 1.6 mm narrower. Width matters more than height for reaching across the screen with your thumb.
Cases and prices
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Sources
- Pixel 8 Pro: manufacturer spec page
- Galaxy S23 Ultra: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: Pixel 8 Pro and Galaxy S23 Ultra.