Design & Display: Features a redesigned, sleek "Ultra Slim" profile. It uses a new "3D Fabric" material for the band and watch body, making it extremely lightweight. Both models feature a Super AMOLED always-on display with Sapphire Crystal glass for scratch resistance.
Dimensions & Build: The watch is significantly thinner and lighter than its predecessor.
40mm: Approximately 9.7mm thick (vs 9.9mm for Watch7).
44mm: Approximately 10.1mm thick (vs 10.5mm for Watch7).
Build quality uses Armor Aluminum 2 for a strong yet lightweight frame.
Health Sensors: Equipped with the advanced BioActive Sensor 3.0, enabling accurate readings for heart rate, blood oxygen (SpO2), and Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) for body composition measurement.
New Health Features: Introduces a new Energy Score feature that provides a daily measure of your readiness and energy levels based on sleep, activity, and heart rate data. Enhanced sleep coaching with Sleep Apnea Feature.
Performance: Powered by the new Exynos W1000 processor, built on a 3nm architecture. This provides a significant boost in performance and battery efficiency compared to the previous chip.
Battery Life: Despite the slimmer design, battery life is maintained. Expected to last around 40 hours on a single charge, supporting Fast Charging to minimize downtime.
Durability: Maintains a high level of durability with a 5ATM + IP68 water resistance rating, making it suitable for swimming and intense workouts. It also meets MIL-STD-810H standards for durability.
Software & AI: Runs on Wear OS 5 (with Samsung's One UI 6 Watch overlay) out of the box. Deep integration with Galaxy AI for personalized health insights and smarter notifications.
Connectivity: Available in both Bluetooth/Wi-Fi and LTE/5G variants. Includes GPS, NFC for Samsung Pay, and Bluetooth 5.3.
Colors & Bands: Launches in new color options like Silver, Green, and Pink. The new 3D Fabric Sport Band is designed to be 40% lighter and highly breathable.
