A new method for large-signal transistor model validation is described. The method uses measured load-tuner S-parameter data at fundamental and harmonic frequencies, synchronized properly, to present load impedances exactly as seen by the device under test during load pull. Previous methods of large-signal model validation were performed without incorporating the effect of harmonic termination. Measured versus simulated results for a 1 millimeter GaAs MESFET at 2 GHz are presented.