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iPhone 17 vs Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: Size & Dimensions Compared

The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is the larger phone, measuring 15.2mm shorter and 5.7mm narrower.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone 17Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
149.6mm164.8mm-15.2mm71.5mm77.2mm-5.7mm10mm
Height Δ
-15.2mm
Width Δ
-5.7mm
Thickness Δ
-0.1mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (6.3" vs 6.9") — protector won't fit.

DimensioniPhone 17Galaxy Note 20 UltraDifference
Height149.6mm164.8mmGalaxy Note 20 Ultra +15.2mm (taller)
Width71.5mm77.2mmGalaxy Note 20 Ultra +5.7mm (wider)
Thickness7.95mm8.1mmGalaxy Note 20 Ultra +0.1mm (thicker)
Weight177g208gGalaxy Note 20 Ultra +31.0g (heavier)
Screen6.3"6.9"Galaxy Note 20 Ultra +0.6" (larger)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightGalaxy Note 20 Ultra +15.2mm
iPhone 17
149.6mm
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
164.8mm
WidthGalaxy Note 20 Ultra +5.7mm
iPhone 17
71.5mm
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
77.2mm
ThicknessGalaxy Note 20 Ultra +0.1mm
iPhone 17
7.95mm
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
8.1mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is the taller phone at 164.8mm (vs 149.6mm). It is also 31g heavier.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

Wireless chargers work with both phones, but magnetic snap varies.

  • Your MagSafe charger will charge the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra via Qi, but it won't magnetically snap on.
  • Only the iPhone 17 has built-in magnets for MagSafe accessories. The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra needs a magnetic case or ring adapter.
SpeciPhone 17Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
Wireless Charging25W10W
Qi VersionQi2Qi
MagSafeGen 2No
Built-in MagnetsYesNo
Magnet Ringclosed circleunknown

MagSafe cases are NOT cross-compatible between these devices — the case body is shaped to each phone, even though the internal magnet ring may be the same.

Upgrading from iPhone 17 to Galaxy Note 20 Ultra?

Different sizes mean your old case probably won't fit. You'll need a new one.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is iPhone 17 bigger than Galaxy Note 20 Ultra?

No, the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is 15.2mm taller. The iPhone 17 weighs 177g vs 208g.

Are iPhone 17 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra the same size?

No, the height differs by 15.2mm, width by 5.7mm, and thickness by 0.1mm.