What's the difference between the Galaxy Watch8, Watch7, Watch6 and Watch Ultra?
The Galaxy Watch8, Watch7, Watch6 and Watch Ultra (2025 and 2024) all deliver Samsung’s connected smartwatch experience, combining health and fitness tracking, productivity tools, and seamless integration with the Galaxy ecosystem. Across the range, they all support core features like wellness monitoring, workout tracking, notifications, apps, and everyday convenience on your wrist.
The key differences between the models come down to how advanced the features are, with newer generations typically improving areas such as health insights, performance and overall user experience. This includes capabilities like sleep coaching, heart rate tracking, activity monitoring, navigation and smart assistance, which continue to evolve with each release.
Compare the key differences between these Galaxy Watch and Watch Ultra models below.
Please note: Models may vary by country.
Do all Galaxy Watch models support smart notifications and apps?
Yes, all models provide access to notifications, apps, and everyday smart features directly from the wrist.
Can I use Galaxy Watch features without a Samsung smartphone?
Many features work best within the Galaxy ecosystem, but core smartwatch functions like fitness tracking, notifications, and apps can still be used with compatible Android devices.
What makes the Galaxy Watch Ultra different?
The Galaxy Watch Ultra is designed with more advanced features and a tougher build, targeting users who want higher durability and enhanced capabilities.
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 vs Watch Ultra 2024
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Specifications |
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 |
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2024 |
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Display |
37.3 mm Super AMOLED Display |
37.3 mm Super AMOLED Display
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Dimensions (H x W x D mm) & Weight |
47.1 x 47.4 x 12.1 mm, 60.5g |
47.1 x 47.1 x 12.1 mm, 60.5g
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Performance |
Exynoss W1000 3nm Processor, 5 Core Memory: 2 GB Storage: 64 GB
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Exynos W1000 3nm Processor, 5 Core Memory: 2 GB Storage: 32 GB |
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Energy Score |
Yes |
Yes
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Wellness Tips |
Yes
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Yes |
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Sleep Coaching |
Yes
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Yes |
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Bedtime Guidance |
Yes |
Yes
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Running Coach |
Yes |
Yes
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Vascular Load |
Yes |
Yes
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Antioxidant Index |
Yes |
Yes
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Heart Rate Monitoring |
Yes
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Yes |
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GPS |
Dual-frequency GPS |
Dual-frequency GPS
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Battery |
590mAh |
590mAh
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Durability |
IP68 + 10 ATM
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IP68 + 10 ATM |
Galaxy Watch8 vs Watch7 vs Watch6
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Specifications |
Galaxy Watch8 (40 mm / 44 mm) |
Galaxy Watch7 (40 mm / 44 mm) |
Galaxy Watch6 (40 mm / 44 mm) |
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Display & Screen Size |
34 / 37.3 mm Super AMOLED Display |
33.3 / 37.3 mm Super AMOLED Display |
33.3 / 37.3 mm Super AMOLED Display
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Dimensions (H x W x D mm) & Weight |
40.4 x 42.7 x 8.6 mm, 30g / 43.7 x 46 x 8.6 mm, 34g |
40.4 x 40.4 x 9.7 mm, 28.8g / 44.4 x 44.4 x 9.7 mm, 33.8g |
38.8 x 40.4 x 9mm, 28.7g / 42.8 x 44.4 x 9 mm, 33.3g
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Performance |
Exynos W1000 3nm Processor, 5 Core Memory: 2 GB Storage: 32 GB |
Exynos W1000 3nm Processor, 5 Core Memory: 2 GB Storage: 32 GB
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Exynos W930 5nm Processor, 2 Core Memory: 2 GB Storage: 16 GB |
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Energy Score |
Yes |
Yes |
No
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Wellness Tips |
Yes |
Yes |
No
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Wellness Tips |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes
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Bedtime Guidance |
Yes |
Yes |
No
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Running Coach |
Yes |
Yes |
No
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Vascular Load |
Yes |
No |
No
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Antioxidant Index |
Yes |
No |
No
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Heart Rate Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes
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GPS |
Dual-frequency GPS |
Dual-frequency GPS |
GPS
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Battery |
325 / 435 mAh |
300 / 425 mAh |
300 / 425 mAh
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Durability |
IP68 + 5 ATM
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IP68 + 5 ATM |
IP68 + 5 ATM |
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