Smith Machine Bench Press vs Barbell Curl

Measured in kg

Smith Machine Bench Press
Barbell Curl
Pounds (lb)
Kilograms (kg)

Male Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelSmith Machine Bench PressBarbell Curl
Beginner46 kg17 kg
Novice69 kg30 kg
Intermediate97 kg47 kg
Advanced130 kg68 kg
Elite166 kg91 kg

Female Strength Standards (kg)

Strength LevelSmith Machine Bench PressBarbell Curl
Beginner17 kg6 kg
Novice31 kg14 kg
Intermediate52 kg25 kg
Advanced77 kg39 kg
Elite106 kg55 kg