Smith Machine Bench Press vs Barbell Curl

Measured in lb

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

Male Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelSmith Machine Bench PressBarbell Curl
Beginner102 lb38 lb
Novice151 lb66 lb
Intermediate214 lb103 lb
Advanced287 lb149 lb
Elite366 lb201 lb

Female Strength Standards (lb)

Strength LevelSmith Machine Bench PressBarbell Curl
Beginner37 lb14 lb
Novice69 lb31 lb
Intermediate114 lb54 lb
Advanced170 lb85 lb
Elite233 lb120 lb