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Lee Chong Wei Height

How tall is Lee Chong Wei? Verified measurement of 5' 7.7" (172 cm), proportional silhouette comparison against national baselines, and peer lineup.

CMFT / IN0204060801001201401601802002201′0″2′0″3′0″4′0″5′0″6′0″7′0″Lee Chong Wei5' 7.7" (172 cm)Avg Malaysia Man5' 8.1" (173 cm)Avg Malaysia Woman5' 3" (160 cm)
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Measurement & Verification Breakdown

Metric Height
172 cm
1.72 meters
Imperial Height
5' 7.7"
67.7 in
Malaysia Percentile
44th
Adult Men
Profession
Other Athletes
Malaysia
Lee Chong Wei is 1 cm (0.4 in) shorter than the average adult Malaysia men (173.0 cm / 5' 8.1").
Verified height source: Badminton World Federation•Accessed 2026-10-19
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How Tall is Lee Chong Wei in Context?

At 5 feet 8 inches (172 cm), Lee Chong Wei stands at 1.72 meters (or 67.7 in).

When placed against national health statistics from Malaysia, Lee Chong Wei is 1 cm (0.4 in) shorter than the average adult Malaysia men (173.0 cm / 5' 8.1"). According to standardized demographic stature distributions, this places him in approximately the 44th percentile among adult Malaysia men.

Within the other athletes community, stature often influences role perception, public stage presence, and camera blocking. Use our free interactive Height Comparison Chart to place Lee Chong Wei side-by-side with yourself or any other public figure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Lee Chong Wei in feet and inches?

Lee Chong Wei is 5 feet 8 inches tall (5' 7.7"), which converts to exactly 172 centimeters or 1.72 meters.

Is Lee Chong Wei taller than the average Malaysia man?

Lee Chong Wei is 1 cm (0.4 in) shorter than the average adult Malaysia men (173.0 cm / 5' 8.1").

How can I visually compare my height to Lee Chong Wei?

You can use our interactive comparison tool to place your custom height alongside Lee Chong Wei with proportional full-body silhouettes and downloadable scale charts.