Nike vs Polo Ralph Lauren: which size fits the same?

In polos, a Nike L is closest to a Polo Ralph Lauren XL (1″ roomier).

Polos

Nike polos measure about 3″ more around than Polo Ralph Lauren at the same size. A Nike L is closest to a Polo Ralph Lauren XL (1″ roomier).

NikeChest · lengthClosest Polo Ralph LaurenChest · lengthPolo Ralph Lauren is
Nike XS37″ · 28¾″Polo Ralph Lauren S37¼″ · 25¼″the same around
Nike S40¼″ · 29¼″Polo Ralph Lauren M40¼″ · 26″the same around
Nike M43¼″ · 29½″Polo Ralph Lauren L43½″ · 27″the same around
Nike L46½″ · 30¼″Polo Ralph Lauren XL47½″ · 28¼″1″ roomier
Nike XL50½″ · 31½″Polo Ralph Lauren XXL51½″ · 29¾″1″ roomier
Nike XXL54½″ · 32¾″none close
Nike 3XL58¼″ · 34″none close

From Nike: Nike Dri-FIT Micro Pique 2.0 Polo, Nike Dri-FIT Victory Solid Polo, Nike Dri-FIT Legacy Polo, Nike Dri-FIT Vertical Mesh Polo, Nike Dry Essential Solid Polo. From Polo Ralph Lauren: Polo Ralph Lauren Custom Slim Fit Mesh Polo. Relaxed and oversized cuts are left out.

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Garment measurements: the shirt itself, chest all the way around and length from shoulder to hem, from each brand's own chart or wholesale spec sheet, checked November 2026. Shirts with half or more cotton are shown as they come out of a dryer (about 2% less around and 4% shorter). Brands change their cuts, so check the shop's chart before you buy.