Barbell Curl vs Smith Machine Bench Press

Measured in lb

Barbell Curl
Smith Machine Bench Press

Male Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelBarbell CurlSmith Machine Bench Press
Beginner38 lb102 lb
Novice66 lb151 lb
Intermediate103 lb214 lb
Advanced149 lb287 lb
Elite201 lb366 lb

Female Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelBarbell CurlSmith Machine Bench Press
Beginner14 lb37 lb
Novice31 lb69 lb
Intermediate54 lb114 lb
Advanced85 lb170 lb
Elite120 lb233 lb