Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm) vs Apple Watch Series 9 GPS comparison
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ratings |
Overall NDTV Rating | Read Review | - |
Design and comfort Rating | | - |
Tracking accuracy Rating | | - |
Companion app Rating | | - |
Software and ecosystem Rating | | - |
Battery life Rating | | - |
key specs |
Strap Colour | Graphite, Silver | - |
Compatible OS | Android and iOS | - |
Display Type | Super AMOLED | OLED Retina |
Strap Material | - | Silicone |
Dial Shape | - | Rectangle |
Ideal For | - | Unisex |
general |
Brand | Samsung | Apple |
Model | Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm) | Watch Series 9 GPS |
Release date | July 9, 2025 | September 12, 2023 |
Model Name | Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 | Watch Series 9 GPS |
Dial Colour | Black | - |
Strap Colour | Graphite, Silver | - |
Size | Regular | Regular |
Water Resistant | Yes | Yes |
Water Resistance Depth | IP68 | 5ATM |
Usage | Regular | Fitness & Outdoor |
Dial Shape | - | Rectangle |
Strap Material | - | Silicone |
Touchscreen | - | Yes |
Interchangeable Strap | - | Yes |
Ideal For | - | Unisex |
dimensions |
Width | 43.7 | - |
Height | 46 | - |
Thickness | 8.6 | - |
Weight (g) | 34.00 | - |
product details |
Battery Type | 435 | - |
Sensor | - | Compass, Always-On Altimeter, optical heart rate sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope and Ambient light sensor |
Compatible Device | - | iOS |
Notification | - | Yes |
Battery Life | - | 18 hours |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
connectivity features |
Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
Call Function | - | Yes |
GPS | - | Yes |
Messaging Support | - | Yes |
Email Support | - | Yes |
Call Features | - | International Emergency Calling |
Other Connectivity Features | - | Emergency SOS |
platform and storage features |
Operating System | Watch OS | watchOS |
Compatible Operating System | Android and iOS | - |
RAM | 2GB | - |
Processor Name | Exynos W1000 | S9 |
Internal Memory | 32GB | 64GB |
Number of Cores | - | dual-core |
camera and display features |
Display Resolution | 480×480 | - |
Display Type | Super AMOLED | OLED Retina |
Backlight Display | - | Yes |
Other Display Features | - | LTPO OLED Always-On Retina display, up to 2000 nits of peak brightness |
fitness and watch functions |
Step Count | Yes | Yes |
Heart Rate Monitor | Yes | Yes |
Language | English | English |
Calorie Count | - | Yes |
Altimeter | - | Yes |
Compass | - | Yes |
Calendar | - | Yes |
Alarm Clock | - | Yes |
Date & Time Display | - | Yes |
Number of Buttons | - | 2 |
Other Fitness Features | - | Blood Oxgen Sensor, ECG sensor |
audio and video features |
Speaker | - | Yes |
Gesture Control | - | Yes |
Microphone | - | Yes |
Voice Control | - | Yes |
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