Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs Garmin Instinct 3 Solar comparison

Show Only Differences Highlight Differences	Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic	Garmin Instinct 3 Solar
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	45mm
Compatible OS	Android and iOS	-
Display Type	Super AMOLED	MIP
Ideal For	Unisex	Unisex
Dial Shape	-	Round
general
Brand	Samsung	Garmin
Model	Galaxy Watch 8 Classic	Instinct 3 Solar
Release date	July 9, 2025	April 3, 2025
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	100m
Usage	Regular	Regular, Sports, Adventure Sports
Ideal For	Unisex	Unisex
Dial Shape	-	Round
Touchscreen	-	1.2
dimensions
Width	46.4	45
Height	46	45
Thickness	10.6	14.9
Weight (g)	63.50	52.00
product details
Compatible Device	Android and iOS	-
Battery Type	445	-
Sensor	-	heart rate, SpO2, steps, sleep tracker
Battery Life	-	28 days
connectivity features
Bluetooth	Yes	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	64GB
camera and display features
Display Resolution	438×438	176 x 176
Display Size	34mm	45mm
Display Type	Super AMOLED	MIP
fitness and watch functions
Step Count	Yes	Yes
Calorie Count	Yes	-
Heart Rate Monitor	Yes	Yes
Date & Time Display	Yes	-
Language	English	English
Altimeter	-	Yes
Calendar	-	Yes
Alarm Clock	-	Yes

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