In this comparison chart, we compare the specs, features and prices of the Samsung Galaxy Watch (46mm) LTE vs Bluetooth. The very popular Galaxy Watch is available in two sizes; 42mm and 46mm – both sizes are available in Bluetooth only and LTE models. The difference between the Bluetooth only and LTE model is that the latter has a higher RAM size of 1.5GB compared to 0.75GB of the Bluetooth model, and secondly it ships with an e-SIM which enables cellular connectivity on this device. All other features are the same.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch LTE vs Bluetooth: Specifications Compared
| Product Info |
 Samsung Galaxy Watch (46mm) (LTE) Full Specifications, Features and Price |
 Samsung Galaxy Watch (46mm) Full Specifications, Features and Price |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $118.95 | $236.61 |
| ABOUT DEVICE | ABOUT DEVICE | ABOUT DEVICE |
| Device name | (LTE), Samsung Galaxy Watch (46mm) | Samsung Galaxy Watch (46mm) |
| Device type | Standalone/Fitness smartwatch | Fitness/Classic smartwatch |
| Gender | Men | Men |
| Release date | August, 2018 | August, 2018 |
| Predecessor | Samsung Gear S3 | Samsung Gear S3 |
| Successor | — | — |
| Versions | Bluetooth, LTE | Bluetooth, LTE |
| BODY | BODY | BODY |
| Dimension | 46 x 49 x 13 mm | 46 x 49 x 13 mm |
| Weight | 63 grams (excluding straps) | 63 grams (excluding straps) |
| Shape | Circular | Circular |
| Case material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Strap material | Leather, Silicone | Leather, Silicone |
| Bezel material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Strap size | 22 mm | 22 mm |
| Screen protection | Corning Gorilla glass DX+ | Corning Gorilla glass DX+ |
| Water resistance | Yes, 5ATM | Yes, 5ATM |
| Durability test | MIL-STD-810G | MIL-STD-810G |
| Swim-proof | Yes, recommended | Yes, recommended |
| Color | Black, Silver | Black, Silver |
| DISPLAY | DISPLAY | DISPLAY |
| Display size | 1.3 inches | 1.3 inches |
| Display type | Super AMOLED, Full color | Super AMOLED, Full color |
| Display resolution | 360 x 360 pixel | 360 x 360 pixel |
| Pixel density | — | — |
| Always on | Yes | Yes |
| Custom watch face | Yes | Yes |
| Input type | 2 Physical buttons, Physical rotating bezel, Touchscreen | 2 Physical buttons, Physical rotating bezel, Touchscreen |
| CONNECTIVITY | CONNECTIVITY | CONNECTIVITY |
| Bluetooth | Yes, Bluetooth v4.2 LE | Yes, Bluetooth v4.2 LE |
| Bluetooth calling | Yes | Yes |
| GPS | Galileo, Yes, GPS/GLONASS/BEIDOU | Galileo, Yes, GPS/GLONASS/BEIDOU |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| MEMORY | MEMORY | MEMORY |
| RAM | 1.5GB | 0.75GB |
| ROM | 4GB | 4GB |
| Memory card slot | No | No |
| CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY | CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY | CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | None |
| SIM type | e-SIM | None |
| Band | — | — |
| NOTIFICATIONS | NOTIFICATIONS | NOTIFICATIONS |
| SMS alert | Yes | Yes |
| Calls alert | Yes | Yes |
| Email alert | Yes | Yes |
| Event reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Third-party apps alert | Yes | Yes |
| MEDIA | MEDIA | MEDIA |
| Audio | mp3/mp4 | mp3/mp4 |
| Bluetooth music | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | No | No |
| Radio | No | No |
| SENSORS | SENSORS | SENSORS |
| Accelerometer | Yes | Yes |
| Altimeter | No | No |
| Ambient light | Yes | Yes |
| Barometer | Yes | Yes |
| Compass | — | — |
| ECG | No | No |
| Gyroscope | Yes | Yes |
| HRM | Yes | Yes |
| Pulse oximeter (SpO2) | No | No |
| Thermometer | No | No |
| Other sensors | — | — |
| ACTIVITY TRACKING | ACTIVITY TRACKING | ACTIVITY TRACKING |
| Blood oxygen | No | No |
| Blood Pressure | No | No |
| Calories | Yes | Yes |
| Distance | Yes | Yes |
| ECG tracking | No | No |
| Heart rate monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Sleep tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Steps | Yes | Yes |
| Floors climbed | - | - |
| Stress | Yes | Yes |
| Incidental fall detection | No | No |
| Menstrual cycle | No | No |
| VO2 Max | Yes | Yes |
| Swim-tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Underwater heart rate tracking | No | No |
| On-screen workout | No | No |
| Sport modes | 39 | 39 |
| BATTERY | BATTERY | BATTERY |
| Battery type | Non-removable Li-ion battery | Non-removable Li-ion battery |
| Battery capacity | 472mAh | 472mAh |
| Battery life | Regular usage: 3 days+, Standby:10 days+ | Regular usage: 3 days+, Standby:10 days+ |
| Charging type | WPC based wireless charging | WPC based wireless charging |
| Charging time | 1-2 hours | 1-2 hours |
| Solar power | No | No |
| PLATFORM | PLATFORM | PLATFORM |
| Chipset | Exynos 9110 | Exynos 9110 |
| CPU | Dual core 1.15GHz | Dual core 1.15GHz |
| GPU | — | — |
| Operating system | Tizen OS 4.0 | Tizen OS 4.0 |
| MISC | MISC | MISC |
| Companion app | Samsung Gear app, Samsung Health App | Samsung Gear app, Samsung Health App |
| Compatibility | Android 5.0+ & RAM 1.5GB+, iPhone 5+ and iOS 9.0+ | Android 5.0+ & RAM 1.5GB+, iPhone 5+ and iOS 9.0+ |
| Payment system | Samsung Pay | Samsung Pay |
| Interchangeable strap | Yes | Yes |
| Voice command | Yes, Bixby | Yes, Bixby |
| Find my phone | Yes | Yes |
| Box content | Charger, Manual, Samsung Galaxy Watch, Straps | Charger, Manual, Samsung Galaxy Watch, Straps |
| Price | $118.95 | $236.61 |
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