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title: "How much does a smartphone weigh?"
description: "A smartphone weighs 130–240 g (0.287–0.529 lb). How that compares to other things, and where the number comes from."
url: https://atoneplace.net/weight/smartphone/
site: "At One Place"
---

# How much does a smartphone weigh?

**Typical weight: 130–240 g**

That is 0.287–0.529 lb, or 0.13–0.24 kg.

A pocket computer with a touchscreen and cellular radio.

> Current flagship and mid-range handsets; foldables reach 250 g.

## How that compares

*Smartphone against things of a similar mass.*

- Mallard: 0.7–1.6 kg
- Backpack: 0.25–2.6 kg
- Peregrine falcon: 0.33–1.5 kg
- American lobster: 0.45–20 kg
- Hair dryer: 0.35–1.1 kg
- Tablet: 290–720 g
- Violin: 350–550 g
- Smartphone: 130–240 g

## More about a smartphone

- [How much does a smartphone cost?](https://atoneplace.net/cost/smartphone/) — 100–1,800 $
- [How long does a smartphone last?](https://atoneplace.net/how-long/smartphone/) — 2–6 yr
- [Smartphone vs Tablet](https://atoneplace.net/vs/smartphone-vs-tablet/) — Side by side
- [Smartphone vs Laptop](https://atoneplace.net/vs/laptop-vs-smartphone/) — Side by side

## Common questions

### How much does a smartphone weigh?

A smartphone weighs 130–240 g (0.287–0.529 lb). Current flagship and mid-range handsets; foldables reach 250 g.

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## Sources

- Typical range compiled from manufacturer specifications — At One Place (/about/)