Barbell Curl vs Smith Machine Bench Press

Measured in kg

Barbell Curl
Smith Machine Bench Press

Male Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelBarbell CurlSmith Machine Bench Press
Beginner17 kg46 kg
Novice30 kg69 kg
Intermediate47 kg97 kg
Advanced68 kg130 kg
Elite91 kg166 kg

Female Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelBarbell CurlSmith Machine Bench Press
Beginner6 kg17 kg
Novice14 kg31 kg
Intermediate25 kg52 kg
Advanced39 kg77 kg
Elite55 kg106 kg