Granite vs Marble Weight Comparison
Quick Comparison
Granite: 172 lb/ft³ vs Marble: 169 lb/ft³
Granite is 2% heavier than Marble
Property Comparison
Granite
Density172 lb/ft³ (2,750 kg/m³)
Mohs Hardness6-7
Specific Gravity2.75
Primary UseCountertops, flooring, monuments, and building facades
Marble
Density169 lb/ft³ (2,700 kg/m³)
Mohs Hardness3-4
Specific Gravity2.7
Primary UseSculptures, luxury countertops, flooring, and wall cladding
Density values based on industry-standard engineering references
Last updated: February 2026