Celebrity Comparison
Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi Height Comparison
Cristiano Ronaldo is 17 cm (0'7") taller than Lionel Messi.
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Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi — drawn to scale
Both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are athletes, so their 17 cm (0'7") height difference plays out in the same professional context. Cristiano Ronaldo at 6'2" (187 cm) stands above Lionel Messi's reported 5'7" (170 cm) — a gap that is visible in side-by-side appearances and group shots.
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At 17 cm, the height gap is reliably visible in photos and immediately apparent in person — roughly equivalent to the height of a standard house brick standing on end.
Cristiano Ronaldo at 6'2" is 10 cm above the global average for men (177 cm). Lionel Messi at 5'7" is 7 cm below the global average for men (177 cm).
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 6'2" (187 cm) |
|---|---|
| Lionel Messi | 5'7" (170 cm) |
| Difference | 17 cm (0'7") |
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Cristiano Ronaldo?
Cristiano Ronaldo is 6'2" tall (187 cm), sourced from Wikipedia.
How tall is Lionel Messi?
Lionel Messi is 5'7" tall (170 cm), sourced from Wikipedia.
Who is taller, Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi?
Cristiano Ronaldo is taller. Cristiano Ronaldo is 17 cm (0'7") taller than Lionel Messi. Cristiano Ronaldo is reported at 6'2" (187 cm); Lionel Messi at 5'7" (170 cm).
How tall is Cristiano Ronaldo compared to the average person?
Cristiano Ronaldo at 6'2" (187 cm) is 10 cm above the average height for men globally (177 cm).
Height at a Glance
Cristiano Ronaldo Height
- Feet & Inches6'2"
- Centimetres187 cm
- Metres1.87 m
- ProfessionAthlete
- NationalityPortuguese
- vs Avg (men)+10 cm
Lionel Messi Height
- Feet & Inches5'7"
- Centimetres170 cm
- Metres1.70 m
- ProfessionAthlete
- NationalityArgentine
- vs Avg (men)-7 cm