Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5

Looking to buy a new smartwatch? Here’s a detailed comparison between the Apple Watch Series 8, Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, and Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 across design, display, memory, connectivity, sensors, features, technical performance, and battery life.

Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5
Brand	Apple	Samsung	Samsung
Model	Watch Series 8	Galaxy Watch5 Pro	Galaxy Watch 5
Weight	32 g	46.5 g	33.5 g
Material	Aluminium	Titanium	Armor Aluminium
Shape	Rectangle	Round	Round
Case sizes	41 mm or 45 mm case	45 mm	40 mm or 44 mm case
Replaceable Watch Band	Yes	Yes	Yes
Sweat resistance	Yes	Yes	Yes
Colors	Red	Gray Titanium	Graphite
	Silver	Black Titanium	Silver
	Starlight	–	Pink Gold
	Midnight	–

Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Display Features
Type	Color OLED	Super AMOLED	Color AMOLED
Touch	Yes	Yes	Yes
Size	1.61 in	1.4 in	1.4 in
Resolution	454 x 380 pixels	450 x 450 pixels	240 x 240 pixels
PPI	326 ppi	321 ppi	242 ppi
Always-On Display	Yes	Yes	Yes
Features	Crack Resistant	Always-On Display	Always-On Display
	Ion-X Glass Display	OLED or AMOLED display	–
	Up to 1000 nits Brightness	–	–
	Always-On Retina LTPO OLED Display	–

Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Memory
RAM	1 GB	1.5GB	1.5GB
Inbuilt Memory	32 GB	16GB	16GB

Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Connectivity Features
Wi-Fi	Yes	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.0	Yes, 5.2	Yes, 5.2
Bluetooth Calling	Yes	Yes	Yes
NFC	Yes	Yes	Yes
GPS	Yes	Yes	Yes
Cellular Module	Yes	No	No
USB Port	No	No	No
2G	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	–	–
3G	Yes	–	–
4G	Yes	–	–
Compatible with Android	No	–	–

Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Sensors
Sensors	Accelerometer	Accelerometer	Accelerometer
	Gyro	ECG	ECG
	Respiratory Rate	Blood Composition Sensor	Blood Composition Sensor
	VO2max	Barometer	Barometer
	Compass	Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis	Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis
	Barometer	Ambient Light	Ambient Light
	Emergency SOS	–	–
	ECG	–	–
	Temperature Sensing	–	–

Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Fitness And Watch Features
Extra Features	Crash Detection	Multiple Watch Faces	Multiple Watch Faces
	Blood Glucose Level Monitoring	Samsung Pay	Samsung Pay
	Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification	90 Exercise Modes	90 Exercise Modes
	High and Low Heart Rate Notifications	Smart Notifications	Smart Notifications
	Fall Detection	Qi wireless charging 10W	wireless charging
	W3 Wireless Chip	–	–
	Dust Resistant IP6X	–	–
Camera	No	No	No

Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Technical
OS	Watch OS	Android Wear	Android Wear
Compatible OS	iPhone 6s or Later with iOS 15 or Later	Android, iOS	Android, iOS
CPU	S8 SiP with 64-bit	Exynos W920	1.18 GHz Cortex-A55
GPU	PowerVR	Mali-G68	Mali-G68

Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Battery
Battery Type	Lithium Ion	Lithium Ion	Lithium Ion
Battery (mAh)	309	590	410
Charge time	1.2hr	–	–
StandBy Time	18 hours	–	5 days

Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Features
Water Resistant	Yes	Yes	Yes
Water Resistant Depth	50 m	50 m	50 m
Water Resistant Certificate	WR50	IP68	IP68
Dust Proof	Yes	Yes	Yes
Scratch Resistant	Yes	Yes	Yes
Meters and sensors	Altimeter	Step Count	Step Count
	Step Count	Calorie Count	Calorie Count
	Calorie Count	SpO2 (Blood Oxygen) Monitor	SpO2 (Blood Oxygen) Monitor
	SpO2 (Blood Oxygen) Monitor	Heart Rate Monitor	Heart Rate Monitor
	Heart Rate Monitor	Step Count	Step Count
	Pedometer	Pedometer	Pedometer
	Sleep Monitor	Sleep Monitor	Sleep Monitor

Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Extra Features
Extra Features	Alarm Clock	Alarm Clock	Alarm Clock
	Reminder	Reminder	Reminder
	Timer	Timer	Timer
	Stopwatch	Stopwatch	Stopwatch
	Tracks water intake	Tracks water intake	Tracks water intake
	Provides sleep reports	Provides sleep reports	Provides sleep reports
Tracks BMI	No	Yes	Yes
Multi-sport mode	Yes	Yes	Yes
Period Notifications	Yes	Yes	Yes

Final Verdict: Which One Should You Buy?

If you’re an iPhone user → Apple Watch Series 8 is the only and best choice.
If you’re an Android user who values battery life & durability → Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro.
If you want a budget-friendly Android smartwatch → Samsung Galaxy Watch 5.

Our Best Pick: Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro – great battery, rugged design, and advanced health tracking.

Apple Watch Series 8

Pros:

Excellent compatibility and integration with iPhone (iOS) features.
Strong safety features: Crash Detection, ECG, irregular heart rhythm alerts.
Premium design, lightweight, good build quality with crack-resistant OLED display.
High pixel density and bright display.

Cons:

Short battery life (~18 hours) compared to its competitors.
Works only with iPhones — not ideal for Android users.
Fewer fitness modes and outdoor durability compared to rugged watches.
Higher cost for similar features in Samsung’s lineup.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro

Pros:

Best-in-class battery life (approx ~80 hours) — great for long trips, hiking.
Strong durability: titanium build, IP68 water + dust resistance.
Advanced fitness and health features: body composition, many exercise modes.
Good display quality and vibrant screen.

Cons:

Quite heavy (46.5g) — may feel bulky on smaller wrists.
Price is higher, especially for those who don’t need rugged features.
Some features are best with Samsung phones; Android compatibility may be somewhat limited with non-Samsung phones.
Charging speed / other convenience features may lag behind Apple Watch.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5

Pros:

More affordable than the Pro version, giving strong value.
Good battery (better than Apple Watch) with many useful fitness and health features.
Sleeker and lighter than the Pro model — more comfortable for everyday wear.
Features like NFC, SpO2, sleep tracking, etc., are well implemented.

Cons:

Battery life, while decent, doesn’t match the Pro model.
Build may be less rugged or premium than the Pro version (Armor aluminum vs titanium).
Smaller resolution / display variation (especially in the 40mm version) may reduce clarity.
Some premium features and durability trade-offs relative to the Pro model.

FAQs:

Q1: Is the Apple Watch Series 8 worth buying in 2025?
Yes. It still offers strong health features like ECG, Crash Detection, and irregular rhythm alerts. If you’re an iPhone user, it’s the best smartwatch option.

Q2: How to get Apple Watch Series 8 at the lowest price?

Watch out for Flipkart Big Billion Days & Amazon Great Indian Festival deals.
Use HDFC / ICICI bank offers for instant discounts.
Exchange your old Apple Watch / smartphone for extra savings.

Q3: Is the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro good for outdoor activities?
Yes. With its titanium build, long battery (up to 80 hours), and IP68 resistance, it’s designed for outdoor enthusiasts.

Q4: How to get Galaxy Watch 5 Pro at the lowest price?

Look for bundle offers with Samsung phones during sale events.
Use No Cost EMI options on Amazon/Flipkart.
Compare prices on Flipkart vs Amazon during sales — sometimes one has a better bank offer.

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Compare Apple Watch Series 8 Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5