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iPhone 8 Plus vs Galaxy A15: Size & Dimensions Compared

The Galaxy A15 is the larger phone, measuring 1.7mm shorter and 1.3mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone 8 PlusGalaxy A15
158.4mm160.1mm-1.7mm78.1mm76.8mm+1.3mm10mm
Height Δ
-1.7mm
Width Δ
+1.3mm
Thickness Δ
-0.9mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (5.5" vs 6.5") — protector won't fit.

DimensioniPhone 8 PlusGalaxy A15Difference
Height158.4mm160.1mmGalaxy A15 +1.7mm (taller)
Width78.1mm76.8mmGalaxy A15 -1.3mm (narrower)
Thickness7.5mm8.4mmGalaxy A15 +0.9mm (thicker)
Weight202g200gGalaxy A15 -2.0g (lighter)
Screen5.5"6.5"Galaxy A15 +1.0" (larger)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightGalaxy A15 +1.7mm
iPhone 8 Plus
158.4mm
Galaxy A15
160.1mm
WidthiPhone 8 Plus +1.3mm
iPhone 8 Plus
78.1mm
Galaxy A15
76.8mm
ThicknessGalaxy A15 +0.9mm
iPhone 8 Plus
7.5mm
Galaxy A15
8.4mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The Galaxy A15 is the taller phone at 160.1mm (vs 158.4mm). It but is 2g heavier.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

Only one phone supports wireless charging.

  • The Galaxy A15 does not support wireless charging. Only the iPhone 8 Plus can use a wireless charger.
SpeciPhone 8 PlusGalaxy A15
Wireless Charging7.5WNo
Qi VersionQi
MagSafeNoNo
Built-in MagnetsNoNo

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 8 Plus to Galaxy A15?

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

Accessories for iPhone 8 Plus

Accessories for Galaxy A15

Spigen

Spigen Liquid Air for Galaxy A15 5G

$13.99

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Spigen

Spigen Ultra Hybrid for Galaxy A15 5G

$15.99

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Poetic

Poetic Revolution for Galaxy A15 5G

$19.99

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is iPhone 8 Plus bigger than Galaxy A15?

No, the Galaxy A15 is 1.7mm taller. The iPhone 8 Plus weighs 202g vs 200g.

Are iPhone 8 Plus and Galaxy A15 the same size?

No, the height differs by 1.7mm, width by 1.3mm, and thickness by 0.9mm.