China vs India
Comprehensive comparison of economic, demographic and social indicators
Key Indicators
| Indicator | China | India | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP (nominal) | $18.74T | $3.91T | 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $13,303 | $2,695 | 2024 |
| Population | 1.41B | 1.45B | 2024 |
| GDP growth rate | 4.98% | 6.49% | 2024 |
| Inflation rate | 0.22% | 4.95% | 2024 |
| Unemployment rate | 4.62% | 4.22% | 2025 |
| Life expectancy | 78.0 years | 72.0 years | 2023 |
| Surface area (sq. km) | 9,562,910 km2 | 3,287,260 km2 | 2023 |
China vs India: Analysis
China has a larger economy than India, with a nominal GDP roughly 4.8 times greater based on 2024 data. China recorded a GDP of $18.74T, while India stood at $3.91T.
In terms of GDP per capita, China leads over India. China has a per capita output of $13,303, compared to $2,695 for India.
India has a larger population than China. China is home to approximately 1.41B people, while India has about 1.45B.
By surface area, China is the larger country. China covers 9,562,910 km2, and India spans 3,287,260 km2.
Life expectancy is higher in China: 78.0 years in China versus 72.0 years in India. India has the lower unemployment rate (China: 4.62%, India: 4.22%). Inflation stands at 0.22% in China and 4.95% in India.
These figures are drawn from World Bank Open Data and reflect the most recent available reporting year for each indicator. For historical trends and additional indicators, explore the individual country profiles on NationStat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has a larger GDP, China or India?
China has the larger GDP. China has a GDP of $18.74T (2024), while India has $3.91T (2024). Source: World Bank.
What is the population difference between China and India?
The population difference is approximately 42.0M. China has 1.41B people (2024), and India has 1.45B (2024). Source: World Bank.
Is China richer than India?
By GDP per capita, China is wealthier. China has a GDP per capita of $13,303 (2024), compared to $2,695 for India (2024). Source: World Bank.
Which country has higher life expectancy, China or India?
China has higher life expectancy. China: 78.0 years (2023), India: 72.0 years (2023). Source: World Bank.
Which country is bigger, China or India?
China is larger by area. China covers 9,562,910 km2, while India covers 3,287,260 km2. Source: World Bank.