True-to-scale height comparison
5'7" vs 5'11", side by side.
Side by side, 5'7" (170 cm) and 5'11" (180 cm) have a 4 inches (10.2 cm) height gap. 5'11" stands 6.0% taller, while 5'7" reaches 94.4% of 5'11"'s height.
Quick measurement breakdown
| Shorter figure | 5'7" (170 cm) |
|---|---|
| Taller figure | 5'11" (180 cm) |
| Exact difference | 4 inches (10.2 cm) |
| Relative scale | 5'11" is 6.0% taller (5'7" is 94.4% of 5'11") |
| Head-level alignment | Eye / nose-bridge level |
What 5'7" next to 5'11" looks like in person
- Eye-level reference: With a 10.2 cm gap, the top of the 5'7" head lines up right around the eye or bridge-of-nose level of someone standing 5'11".
- Everyday footwear: Standard sneakers or boots add 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 3.8 cm). If the 5'7" person wears thicker soles or heels, the visible gap narrows noticeably.
- Customizing the chart: Open this pair in the interactive tool above to rename both figures, add more people, or drop in full-body photos that stay private on your device.
Frequently asked questions
How much taller is 5'11" than 5'7"?
5'11" is 4 inches (10.2 cm) taller than 5'7". In percentage terms, 5'11" is 6.0% taller, and 5'7" stands at 94.4% of 5'11"'s height.
Where does 5'7" reach on someone who is 5'11"?
With a 10.2 cm gap, the top of the 5'7" head lines up right around the eye or bridge-of-nose level of someone standing 5'11".
Can I add photos or a third person to this 5'7 vs 5'11 chart?
Yes. Click "Open 5'7 vs 5'11 in the tool" to edit names, switch between feet/inches and centimeters, add up to 8 figures, or upload full-body photos locally in your browser.
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