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iPhone XS vs Pixel 5: Size & Dimensions Compared

The Pixel 5 is the larger phone, measuring 1.1mm shorter and 0.5mm wider.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone XSPixel 5
143.6mm144.7mm-1.1mm70.9mm70.4mm+0.5mm10mm
Height Δ
-1.1mm
Width Δ
+0.5mm
Thickness Δ
-0.3mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Screen sizes differ (5.8" vs 6") — protector won't fit.

DimensioniPhone XSPixel 5Difference
Height143.6mm144.7mmPixel 5 +1.1mm (taller)
Width70.9mm70.4mmPixel 5 -0.5mm (narrower)
Thickness7.7mm8mmPixel 5 +0.3mm (thicker)
Weight177g151gPixel 5 -26.0g (lighter)
Screen5.8"6"Pixel 5 +0.2" (larger)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightPixel 5 +1.1mm
iPhone XS
143.6mm
Pixel 5
144.7mm
WidthiPhone XS +0.5mm
iPhone XS
70.9mm
Pixel 5
70.4mm
ThicknessPixel 5 +0.3mm
iPhone XS
7.7mm
Pixel 5
8mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The Pixel 5 is the taller phone at 144.7mm (vs 143.6mm). It but is 26g 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 XSPixel 5
Wireless Charging7.5W12W
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 to Pixel 5?

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 bigger than Pixel 5?

No, the Pixel 5 is 1.1mm taller. The iPhone XS weighs 177g vs 151g.

Are iPhone XS and Pixel 5 the same size?

No, the height differs by 1.1mm, width by 0.5mm, and thickness by 0.3mm.