Population
Malaysia is higher
Malaysia records 35,557,673, about 76.8× the other value.
The biggest differences first
Surface area
Malaysia is higher
Malaysia records 330,411 km², about 57.3× the other value.
Nominal GDP
Malaysia is higher
Malaysia records $422.23 billion, about 27.5× the other value.
What stands out
Proportional bars and relative differences make the headline numbers easier to read.
Population
🇧🇳 Brunei462,721
🇲🇾 Malaysia35,557,673
Malaysia’s population is about 76.8× that of Brunei, a difference of 35,094,952.
Surface area
🇧🇳 Brunei5,770 km²
🇲🇾 Malaysia330,411 km²
Malaysia’s surface area is about 57.3× that of Brunei, a difference of 324,641 km².
Population density
🇧🇳 Brunei80.2 /km²
🇲🇾 Malaysia108 /km²
Malaysia’s population density is 34% higher than that of Brunei, a difference of 27.4 /km².
Nominal GDP
🇧🇳 Brunei$15.34 billion · 2024
🇲🇾 Malaysia$422.23 billion · 2024
Malaysia’s nominal GDP is about 27.5× that of Brunei, a difference of $406.89 billion.
GDP per capita
🇧🇳 Brunei$33,153 · 2024
🇲🇾 Malaysia$11,874 · 2024
Brunei’s GDP per capita is 179% higher than that of Malaysia, a difference of $21,279.
Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.
Full side-by-side comparison
Capital
Bandar Seri Begawan
Kuala Lumpur
Population
462,721
35,557,673
Surface area
5,770 km²
330,411 km²
Population density
80.2 /km²
108 /km²
Nominal GDP
$15.34 billion · 2024
$422.23 billion · 2024
GDP per capita
$33,153 · 2024
$11,874 · 2024
Region
Asia
Asia
Subregion
South-Eastern Asia
South-Eastern Asia
Currency
Brunei dollar · BND · B$
Malaysian ringgit · MYR · RM
Nationality
Bruneian
Malaysian
Phone code
+673
+60
Internet domain
.bn
.my
ISO codes
BN / BRN
MY / MYS
Time zone
Asia/Brunei
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur, Asia/Kuching
Native name
Negara Brunei Darussalam
Malaysia
| Measure | Brunei | Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Bandar Seri Begawan | Kuala Lumpur |
| Population | 462,721 | 35,557,673 |
| Surface area | 5,770 km² | 330,411 km² |
| Population density | 80.2 /km² | 108 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $15.34 billion · 2024 | $422.23 billion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $33,153 · 2024 | $11,874 · 2024 |
| Region | Asia | Asia |
| Subregion | South-Eastern Asia | South-Eastern Asia |
| Currency | Brunei dollar · BND · B$ | Malaysian ringgit · MYR · RM |
| Nationality | Bruneian | Malaysian |
| Phone code | +673 | +60 |
| Internet domain | .bn | .my |
| ISO codes | BN / BRN | MY / MYS |
| Time zone | Asia/Brunei | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur, Asia/Kuching |
| Native name | Negara Brunei Darussalam | Malaysia |
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Country overviews
AI-assisted profile prose · methodologyAbout Brunei
Nestled on the northern coast of Borneo, Brunei Darussalam is a small yet affluent sultanate famed for its pristine rainforests, opulent mosques, and a deep-rooted blend of Malay tradition and modern prosperity.
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Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country located on the Malay Peninsula and the northern third of Borneo. With a population of over 32 million, it is known for its cultural diversity, vibrant cities, and rich natural landscapes.
Full Malaysia profile →Brunei & Malaysia: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Brunei?
The capital of Brunei is Bandar Seri Begawan.
What is the population of Brunei?
Brunei has a recorded population of approximately 462,721 people.
How big is Brunei?
Brunei covers an area of about 5,770 km².
What is the population density of Brunei?
Brunei has a population density of roughly 80.2 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Brunei?
Brunei has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $15.34 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Brunei?
Brunei has a GDP per capita of approximately $33,153.
What currency is used in Brunei?
Brunei uses the Brunei dollar (BND), with the symbol B$.
Where is Brunei located?
Brunei is located in South-Eastern Asia, Asia.
What is the native name of Brunei?
The native name of Brunei is Negara Brunei Darussalam.
What are people from Brunei called?
People from Brunei are referred to as Bruneian.
What is the phone calling code for Brunei?
The international dialing code for Brunei is +673.
What is the internet domain for Brunei?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Brunei is .bn.
What time zone is Brunei in?
Brunei uses the Asia/Brunei time zone.
What is Brunei known for?
Nestled on the northern coast of Borneo, Brunei Darussalam is a small yet affluent sultanate famed for its pristine rainforests, opulent mosques, and a deep-rooted blend of Malay tradition and modern prosperity.
What is the capital of Malaysia?
The capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur.
What is the population of Malaysia?
Malaysia has a recorded population of approximately 35,557,673 people.
How big is Malaysia?
Malaysia covers an area of about 330,411 km².
What is the population density of Malaysia?
Malaysia has a population density of roughly 108 /km² (people per square kilometre).
What is the GDP of Malaysia?
Malaysia has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $422.23 billion as of 2024.
What is the GDP per capita of Malaysia?
Malaysia has a GDP per capita of approximately $11,874.
What currency is used in Malaysia?
Malaysia uses the Malaysian ringgit (MYR), with the symbol RM.
Where is Malaysia located?
Malaysia is located in South-Eastern Asia, Asia.
What are people from Malaysia called?
People from Malaysia are referred to as Malaysian.
What is the phone calling code for Malaysia?
The international dialing code for Malaysia is +60.
What is the internet domain for Malaysia?
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Malaysia is .my.
What time zone is Malaysia in?
Malaysia spans 2 time zones including Asia/Kuala_Lumpur, Asia/Kuching.
What is Malaysia known for?
Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country located on the Malay Peninsula and the northern third of Borneo. With a population of over 32 million, it is known for its cultural diversity, vibrant cities, and rich natural landscapes.