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iPhone XS Max vs Galaxy S25 FE: Size & Dimensions Compared

The Galaxy S25 FE is the larger phone, measuring 3.8mm shorter and 0.8mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone XS MaxGalaxy S25 FE
157.5mm161.3mm-3.8mm77.4mm76.6mm+0.8mm10mm
Height Δ
-3.8mm
Width Δ
+0.8mm
Thickness Δ
+0.3mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (6.5" vs 6.7") — protector won't fit.

DimensioniPhone XS MaxGalaxy S25 FEDifference
Height157.5mm161.3mmGalaxy S25 FE +3.8mm (taller)
Width77.4mm76.6mmGalaxy S25 FE -0.8mm (narrower)
Thickness7.7mm7.4mmGalaxy S25 FE -0.3mm (thinner)
Weight208g190gGalaxy S25 FE -18.0g (lighter)
Screen6.5"6.7"Galaxy S25 FE +0.2" (larger)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightGalaxy S25 FE +3.8mm
iPhone XS Max
157.5mm
Galaxy S25 FE
161.3mm
WidthiPhone XS Max +0.8mm
iPhone XS Max
77.4mm
Galaxy S25 FE
76.6mm
ThicknessiPhone XS Max +0.3mm
iPhone XS Max
7.7mm
Galaxy S25 FE
7.4mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The Galaxy S25 FE is the taller phone at 161.3mm (vs 157.5mm). It but is 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 XS MaxGalaxy S25 FE
Wireless Charging7.5W15W
Qi VersionQiQi
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 XS Max to Galaxy S25 FE?

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 XS Max bigger than Galaxy S25 FE?

No, the Galaxy S25 FE is 3.8mm taller. The iPhone XS Max weighs 208g vs 190g.

Are iPhone XS Max and Galaxy S25 FE the same size?

No, the height differs by 3.8mm, width by 0.8mm, and thickness by 0.3mm.