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Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs Garmin Instinct 2X Solar Tactical Edition

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs Garmin Instinct 2X Solar Tactical Edition comparison

Show Only Differences Highlight Differences	Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic	Garmin Instinct 2X Solar Tactical Edition
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	50mm
Compatible OS	Android and iOS	Android, iOS
Display Type	Super AMOLED	MIP
Ideal For	Unisex	-
Strap Material	-	Silicone
Dial Shape	-	Round
general
Brand	Samsung	Garmin
Model	Galaxy Watch 8 Classic	Instinct 2X Solar Tactical Edition
Release date	July 9, 2025	May 25, 2023
Model Name	Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic	-
Dial Colour	Black	-
Strap Colour	Black, White	-
Size	Regular	-
Water Resistant	Yes	10 ATM
Water Resistance Depth	IP68	-
Usage	Regular	-
Ideal For	Unisex	-
Dial Shape	-	Round
Strap Material	-	Silicone
dimensions
Width	46.4	50mm
Height	46	50mm
Thickness	10.6	14.5mm
Weight (g)	63.50	67.00
product details
Compatible Device	Android and iOS	Android, iOS
Battery Type	445	-
Sensor	-	Multi-frequency Positioning, Barometric altimeter, Compass
Notification	-	Yes
Notification Type	-	Smart Notification
Battery Life	-	40 days; unlimited with solar
Charger Type	-	Proprietary plug charger
Stand By Time	-	100
Rechargeable Battery	-	Yes
Other Features	-	Night vision compatibility, dual position format, ballistics calculator, kill switch
connectivity features
Bluetooth	Yes	Bluetooth
Call Function	-	Yes
GPS	-	Yes
Messaging Support	-	Yes
Email Support	-	Yes
Other Connectivity Features	-	GPS, Glonass, Galileo,
platform and storage features
Operating System	Wear OS 6	-
Compatible Operating System	Android and iOS	Android, iOS
RAM	2GB	-
Processor Name	Exynos W1000	-
Internal Memory	64GB	64MB
camera and display features
Display Resolution	438×438	176 x 176
Display Size	34mm	50mm
Display Type	Super AMOLED	MIP
Flash	-	Yes
Scratch Resistant	-	Yes
fitness and watch functions
Step Count	Yes	Yes
Calorie Count	Yes	Yes
Heart Rate Monitor	Yes	Yes
Date & Time Display	Yes	Yes
Language	English	-
Altimeter	-	Yes
Compass	-	Yes
Calendar	-	Yes
Alarm Clock	-	Yes
Other Fitness Features	-	Step counter, Move bar, Auto goal, Calories burned, Floors climbed, Distance traveled, Move IQ,
Other Watch Functions	-	Alarm Clock, Bluetooth Calling, Voice Assistance, In Built Mic & Speaker, Calculator, Notifications, Pedometer, Incident detection, safety and tracking features

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