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Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs Garmin Forerunner 970

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs Garmin Forerunner 970 comparison

Show Only Differences Highlight Differences	Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic	Garmin Forerunner 970
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	Black, White	-
Display Size	34mm	-
Compatible OS	Android and iOS	-
Display Type	Super AMOLED	AMOLED
Ideal For	Unisex	Unisex
Dial Shape	-	Round
general
Brand	Samsung	Garmin
Model	Galaxy Watch 8 Classic	Forerunner 970
Release date	July 9, 2025	May 15, 2025
Model Name	Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic	-
Dial Colour	Black	-
Strap Colour	Black, White	-
Size	Regular	-
Water Resistant	Yes	5 ATM
Water Resistance Depth	IP68	-
Usage	Regular	Regular
Ideal For	Unisex	Unisex
Dial Shape	-	Round
Touchscreen	-	1.4
dimensions
Width	46.4	47
Height	46	47
Thickness	10.6	12.9
Weight (g)	63.50	56.00
product details
Compatible Device	Android and iOS	-
Battery Type	445	-
Sensor	-	heart rate, SpO2, steps, sleep tracker, ECG
Battery Life	-	15 days
Rechargeable Battery	-	Yes
connectivity features
Bluetooth	Yes	Yes
Call Function	-	Yes
Wi-Fi	-	Yes
GPS	-	Yes
platform and storage features
Operating System	Wear OS 6	-
Compatible Operating System	Android and iOS	-
RAM	2GB	-
Processor Name	Exynos W1000	-
Internal Memory	64GB	32GB
camera and display features
Display Resolution	438×438	454 x 454
Display Size	34mm	-
Display Type	Super AMOLED	AMOLED
Other Display Features	-	Always-On Display
fitness and watch functions
Step Count	Yes	Yes
Calorie Count	Yes	-
Heart Rate Monitor	Yes	Yes
Date & Time Display	Yes	Yes
Language	English	English
Altimeter	-	Yes
Compass	-	Yes
Calendar	-	Yes
Alarm Clock	-	Yes
audio and video features
Speaker	-	Yes
Microphone	-	Yes

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