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Moto G Play 2024 vs Galaxy S21 Ultra: Size & Dimensions Compared

The Galaxy S21 Ultra is the larger phone, measuring 1.3mm shorter and 0.6mm narrower.

Visual Size Overlay

Moto G Play 2024Galaxy S21 Ultra
163.8mm165.1mm-1.3mm75mm75.6mm-0.6mm10mm
Height Δ
-1.3mm
Width Δ
-0.6mm
Thickness Δ
-0.6mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Camera module layout is different — cutout won't align
Screen ProtectorNot Compatible

Edge types differ (flat vs curved) — screen protector won't adhere properly.

DimensionMoto G Play 2024Galaxy S21 UltraDifference
Height163.8mm165.1mmGalaxy S21 Ultra +1.3mm (taller)
Width75mm75.6mmGalaxy S21 Ultra +0.6mm (wider)
Thickness8.3mm8.9mmGalaxy S21 Ultra +0.6mm (thicker)
Weight185g227gGalaxy S21 Ultra +42.0g (heavier)
Screen6.5"6.8"Galaxy S21 Ultra +0.3" (larger)

Visual Size Comparison

HeightGalaxy S21 Ultra +1.3mm
Moto G Play 2024
163.8mm
Galaxy S21 Ultra
165.1mm
WidthGalaxy S21 Ultra +0.6mm
Moto G Play 2024
75mm
Galaxy S21 Ultra
75.6mm
ThicknessGalaxy S21 Ultra +0.6mm
Moto G Play 2024
8.3mm
Galaxy S21 Ultra
8.9mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The Galaxy S21 Ultra is the taller phone at 165.1mm (vs 163.8mm). It is also 42g heavier.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

Only one phone supports wireless charging.

  • The Moto G Play 2024 does not support wireless charging. Only the Galaxy S21 Ultra can use a wireless charger.
SpecMoto G Play 2024Galaxy S21 Ultra
Wireless ChargingNo15W
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 Moto G Play 2024 to Galaxy S21 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 Moto G Play 2024 bigger than Galaxy S21 Ultra?

No, the Galaxy S21 Ultra is 1.3mm taller. The Moto G Play 2024 weighs 185g vs 227g.

Are Moto G Play 2024 and Galaxy S21 Ultra the same size?

No, the height differs by 1.3mm, width by 0.6mm, and thickness by 0.6mm.