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iPhone SE (3rd gen) vs Galaxy S25: Size & Dimensions Compared

The Galaxy S25 is the larger phone, measuring 8.5mm shorter and 3.2mm narrower.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone SE (3rd gen)Galaxy S25
138.4mm146.9mm-8.5mm67.3mm70.5mm-3.2mm10mm
Height Δ
-8.5mm
Width Δ
-3.2mm
Thickness Δ
+0.1mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (4.7" vs 6.2") — protector won't fit.

DimensioniPhone SE (3rd gen)Galaxy S25Difference
Height138.4mm146.9mmGalaxy S25 +8.5mm (taller)
Width67.3mm70.5mmGalaxy S25 +3.2mm (wider)
Thickness7.3mm7.2mmGalaxy S25 -0.1mm (thinner)
Weight144g162gGalaxy S25 +18.0g (heavier)
Screen4.7"6.2"Galaxy S25 +1.5" (larger)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightGalaxy S25 +8.5mm
iPhone SE (3rd gen)
138.4mm
Galaxy S25
146.9mm
WidthGalaxy S25 +3.2mm
iPhone SE (3rd gen)
67.3mm
Galaxy S25
70.5mm
ThicknessiPhone SE (3rd gen) +0.1mm
iPhone SE (3rd gen)
7.3mm
Galaxy S25
7.2mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The Galaxy S25 is the taller phone at 146.9mm (vs 138.4mm). It is also 18g heavier.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

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

  • Both devices support wireless charging. Standard Qi/Qi2 chargers work with either phone.
SpeciPhone SE (3rd gen)Galaxy S25
Wireless Charging7.5W15W
Qi VersionQiQi2
MagSafeNoNo
Built-in MagnetsNoNo
Magnet Ringunknownnone built in

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 SE (3rd gen) to Galaxy S25?

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

Accessories for iPhone SE (3rd gen)

Accessories for Galaxy S25

Spigen

Spigen Liquid Air for Galaxy S25

$14.99

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Samsung

Samsung Galaxy S25 Silicone Case

$29.99

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is iPhone SE (3rd gen) bigger than Galaxy S25?

No, the Galaxy S25 is 8.5mm taller. The iPhone SE (3rd gen) weighs 144g vs 162g.

Are iPhone SE (3rd gen) and Galaxy S25 the same size?

No, the height differs by 8.5mm, width by 3.2mm, and thickness by 0.1mm.