Samsung
Device summary
Apple
iPhone 16 Plus
Full specifications
| Basic information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Starting price | — | $899 |
| Display size | 6.7-inch | 6.7-inch |
| Dimensions | 77.9 mm × 164.4 mm × 7.7 mm | 77.8 mm × 160.9 mm × 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 197 g | 199 g |
| Front material | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Ceramic Shield |
| Back material | — | Color-infused glass |
| Display | ||
| Display technology | Super AMOLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2340 × 1080 | 2796 × 1290 |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Ceramic Shield |
| Peak brightness | — | 2000 nits |
| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Exynos 1380 | Apple A18 |
| RAM | 6 GB, 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | — | No |
| Cameras | ||
| Main camera | Wide · 50 MP · OIS | Fusion · 48 MP · ƒ/1.6 · 26 mm · Sensor-shift OIS |
| Ultra-wide camera | — | Ultra Wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 · 13 mm |
| Front cameras | — | TrueDepth · 12 MP · ƒ/1.9 |
| Video recording | — | 4K Dolby Vision up to 60 fps, Spatial video up to 4K at 30 fps |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Wired charging | 25 W | 25 W |
| Wireless charging | — | 15 W |
| Charging standard | 25W Fast Charging | MagSafe, Qi2 |
| Battery type | — | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Typical capacity | 5000 mAh | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Cellular | 5G, LTE | 5G (sub-6 GHz), Gigabit LTE |
| Wi‑Fi | — | Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| USB | — | USB-C (USB 2) |
| NFC | — | Yes |
| eSIM | — | Yes |
| Satellite | — | Emergency SOS via satellite |
| Build & durability | ||
| Frame | — | Aluminum |
| Ingress protection | — | IP68 |
| Basic information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Starting price | — | $899 |
| Display size | 6.7-inch | 6.7-inch |
| Dimensions | 77.9 mm × 164.4 mm × 7.7 mm | 77.8 mm × 160.9 mm × 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 197 g | 199 g |
| Front material | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Ceramic Shield |
| Back material | — | Color-infused glass |
| Display | ||
| Display technology | Super AMOLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2340 × 1080 | 2796 × 1290 |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | Ceramic Shield |
| Peak brightness | — | 2000 nits |
| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Exynos 1380 | Apple A18 |
| RAM | 6 GB, 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | — | No |
| Cameras | ||
| Main camera | Wide · 50 MP · OIS | Fusion · 48 MP · ƒ/1.6 · 26 mm · Sensor-shift OIS |
| Ultra-wide camera | — | Ultra Wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 · 13 mm |
| Front cameras | — | TrueDepth · 12 MP · ƒ/1.9 |
| Video recording | — | 4K Dolby Vision up to 60 fps, Spatial video up to 4K at 30 fps |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Wired charging | 25 W | 25 W |
| Wireless charging | — | 15 W |
| Charging standard | 25W Fast Charging | MagSafe, Qi2 |
| Battery type | — | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Typical capacity | 5000 mAh | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Cellular | 5G, LTE | 5G (sub-6 GHz), Gigabit LTE |
| Wi‑Fi | — | Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| USB | — | USB-C (USB 2) |
| NFC | — | Yes |
| eSIM | — | Yes |
| Satellite | — | Emergency SOS via satellite |
| Build & durability | ||
| Frame | — | Aluminum |
| Ingress protection | — | IP68 |
Key differences
The most meaningful measured gaps in size and weight — not an overall winner.
Height
Galaxy M36
3.5 mm taller
Weight
Galaxy M36
2 g lighter · minor difference
Width
Very similar width
Thickness
Very similar thickness
What these size differences mean
Calculated from the dimensions shown, rounded to 0.1 mm and 1 g. Percentages use the smaller measurement as the reference. Fold and rotation settings affect the dimensions compared.
- Galaxy M36 is 0.1 mm (0.1% relative to iPhone 16 Plus) wider. Check this difference against the width of your current device and pocket opening.
- Galaxy M36 is 3.5 mm (2.2% relative to iPhone 16 Plus) taller. This describes the body outline; screen diagonal alone does not tell you the overall size.
- iPhone 16 Plus is 0.1 mm (1.3% relative to Galaxy M36) thicker. Cases and camera protrusions can change the clearance you need.
- Galaxy M36 is 2 g lighter. This is the listed device-weight difference, not a measured comfort rating.
Use these figures to compare physical size. They do not establish one-handed reach, pocket fit, durability or an overall winner.
Size in everyday life
Picture it in your front pocket.
2018 US jeans study · 20 brands · 80 pairs · Approx. 32-inch waists
Galaxy M36
iPhone 16 Plus
Sources and measurement notes
Sizometry compares published specifications and calculates differences. These are not hands-on measurements or tests of comfort, performance or pocket fit.
Galaxy M36
Check the exact model, year, region and configuration on the linked page. References may cover several variants. Folded and unfolded dimensions differ; cases and camera protrusions may change the space a device needs. Drawings share a relative scale and are not calibrated to life size on your screen.
Galaxy M36 vs iPhone 16 Plus Size Comparison
User Experience Summary
Galaxy M36
Strengths
- Super AMOLED 120Hz display is a clear upgrade over the M35's panel
- OIS-equipped 50MP main camera improves daylight stability
- Galaxy AI features add modest, if secondary, convenience
Compromises
- Battery endurance regresses versus the Galaxy M35 in owner reports
- Slow 25W charging without an included charger in most markets
- Mono speaker and a largely unusable macro camera
iPhone 16 Plus
Strengths
- Standout battery endurance for standard iPhones
- Large 6.7-inch display for media and readability
- Lighter than Pro Max at similar screen size
Compromises
- 60Hz display and no Always-On at nearby Pro pricing
- Poor pocket fit and two-handed handling for many users
- No telephoto lens; value debate versus iPhone 16 Pro