Celebrity Comparison
Serena Williams vs Lionel Messi Height Comparison
Serena Williams is 5 cm (0'2") taller than Lionel Messi.
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Serena Williams vs Lionel Messi — drawn to scale
Serena Williams and Lionel Messi are close in reported height — 5'9" (175 cm) and 5'7" (170 cm) respectively. At just 5 cm apart, the difference is subtle and difficult to judge from photos alone, but becomes measurable when both heights are drawn to the same scale.
Use the free height comparison tool to see Serena Williams and Lionel Messi side by side at the same scale. You can also add your own height to see where you stand relative to both.
5 cm is noticeable when Serena Williams and Lionel Messi stand side by side, but camera angles and shoe choice can easily mask the gap in photographs.
Serena Williams at 5'9" is 12 cm above the global average for women (163 cm). Lionel Messi at 5'7" is 7 cm below the global average for men (177 cm).
| Serena Williams | 5'9" (175 cm) |
|---|---|
| Lionel Messi | 5'7" (170 cm) |
| Difference | 5 cm (0'2") |
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Serena Williams?
Serena Williams is 5'9" tall (175 cm), sourced from Wikipedia.
How tall is Lionel Messi?
Lionel Messi is 5'7" tall (170 cm), sourced from Wikipedia.
Who is taller, Serena Williams or Lionel Messi?
Serena Williams is taller. Serena Williams is 5 cm (0'2") taller than Lionel Messi. Serena Williams is reported at 5'9" (175 cm); Lionel Messi at 5'7" (170 cm).
How tall is Serena Williams compared to the average person?
Serena Williams at 5'9" (175 cm) is 12 cm above the average height for women globally (163 cm).
Height at a Glance
Serena Williams Height
- Feet & Inches5'9"
- Centimetres175 cm
- Metres1.75 m
- ProfessionAthlete
- NationalityAmerican
- vs Avg (women)+12 cm
Lionel Messi Height
- Feet & Inches5'7"
- Centimetres170 cm
- Metres1.70 m
- ProfessionAthlete
- NationalityArgentine
- vs Avg (men)-7 cm