Samsung
Device summary
Apple
iPhone 16
Full specifications
| Basic information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Starting price | — | $799 |
| Display size | 6.2-inch | 6.1-inch |
| Dimensions | 70.6 mm × 147.0 mm × 7.6 mm | 71.6 mm × 147.6 mm × 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 167 g | 170 g |
| Front material | — | Ceramic Shield |
| Back material | — | Color-infused glass |
| Display | ||
| Display technology | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2340 × 1080 | 2556 × 1179 |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | — | 2000 nits |
| Protection | — | Ceramic Shield |
| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform for Galaxy | Apple A18 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | — | No |
| Cameras | ||
| Main camera | Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.8 · OIS | Fusion · 48 MP · ƒ/1.6 · 26 mm · Sensor-shift OIS |
| Ultra-wide camera | Ultra-wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 | Ultra Wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 · 13 mm |
| Telephoto camera | Telephoto · 10 MP · ƒ/2.4 · 3x | — |
| Front cameras | Selfie · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 | 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 | PD | MagSafe, Qi2 |
| Battery type | — | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Typical capacity | 4000 mAh | — |
| Rated capacity | 3880 mAh | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Cellular | 5G, LTE | 5G (sub-6 GHz), Gigabit LTE |
| Wi‑Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| eSIM | Yes | Yes |
| USB | — | USB-C (USB 2) |
| NFC | — | Yes |
| Satellite | — | Emergency SOS via satellite |
| Build & durability | ||
| Ingress protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Frame | — | Aluminum |
| Basic information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Starting price | — | $799 |
| Display size | 6.2-inch | 6.1-inch |
| Dimensions | 70.6 mm × 147.0 mm × 7.6 mm | 71.6 mm × 147.6 mm × 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 167 g | 170 g |
| Front material | — | Ceramic Shield |
| Back material | — | Color-infused glass |
| Display | ||
| Display technology | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2340 × 1080 | 2556 × 1179 |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | — | 2000 nits |
| Protection | — | Ceramic Shield |
| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform for Galaxy | Apple A18 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | — | No |
| Cameras | ||
| Main camera | Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.8 · OIS | Fusion · 48 MP · ƒ/1.6 · 26 mm · Sensor-shift OIS |
| Ultra-wide camera | Ultra-wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 | Ultra Wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 · 13 mm |
| Telephoto camera | Telephoto · 10 MP · ƒ/2.4 · 3x | — |
| Front cameras | Selfie · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 | 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 | PD | MagSafe, Qi2 |
| Battery type | — | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Typical capacity | 4000 mAh | — |
| Rated capacity | 3880 mAh | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Cellular | 5G, LTE | 5G (sub-6 GHz), Gigabit LTE |
| Wi‑Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| eSIM | Yes | Yes |
| USB | — | USB-C (USB 2) |
| NFC | — | Yes |
| Satellite | — | Emergency SOS via satellite |
| Build & durability | ||
| Ingress protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Frame | — | Aluminum |
Key differences
The most meaningful measured gaps in size and weight — not an overall winner.
Width
iPhone 16
1 mm wider · minor difference
Weight
Galaxy S24
3 g lighter · minor difference
Height
iPhone 16
0.6 mm taller · minor difference
Thickness
Galaxy S24
0.2 mm thinner · minor difference
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.
- iPhone 16 is 1 mm (1.4% relative to Galaxy S24) wider. Check this difference against the width of your current device and pocket opening.
- iPhone 16 is 0.6 mm (0.4% relative to Galaxy S24) taller. This describes the body outline; screen diagonal alone does not tell you the overall size.
- iPhone 16 is 0.2 mm (2.6% relative to Galaxy S24) thicker. Cases and camera protrusions can change the clearance you need.
- Galaxy S24 is 3 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 S24
iPhone 16
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.
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 S24 vs iPhone 16 Size Comparison
User Experience Summary
Galaxy S24
Strengths
- Compact, one-handed-friendly size that still feels modern in 2026
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance that has not aged noticeably
- Seven-year OS and security update commitment through 2031
Compromises
- 4,000mAh battery was modest at launch and shows its age most clearly
- Camera hardware unchanged since the Galaxy S23 generation
- Shutter lag and low-light softness remain unresolved
iPhone 16
Strengths
- Compact size with excellent one-handed handling
- Reliable all-day battery for typical use
- Consistent everyday camera and video quality
Compromises
- 60Hz display — the most repeated criticism at this price
- No Always-On display or telephoto lens
- Camera Control polarizes owners