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The Samsung rich lineup of smartwatches is increasing and getting bigger, two of the latest are the Galaxy Active 2 (44mm) and (40mm), but in this comparison chart, we compare the Samsung Galaxy Watch vs Galaxy Watch Active specs and features – what’s the difference and which is right for you.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch vs Galaxy Watch Active Specifications Compared
Product Info | ![]() Samsung Galaxy Watch (46mm) Full Specifications, Features and Price |
![]() Samsung Galaxy Watch Active Full Specifications, Features and Price |
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ABOUT DEVICE | ABOUT DEVICE | ABOUT DEVICE |
Device name | Samsung Galaxy Watch (46mm) | Samsung Galaxy Watch Active |
Device type | Fitness/Classic smartwatch | Fitness/Classic smartwatch |
Gender | Men | Unisex |
Release date | August, 2018 | March, 2019 |
Predecessor | Samsung Gear S3 | — |
Successor | — | Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2 |
Versions | Bluetooth, LTE | — |
BODY | BODY | BODY |
Dimension | 46 x 49 x 13 mm | 39.5 x 39.5 x 10.5 mm |
Weight | 63 grams (excluding straps) | 25 grams (excluding straps) |
Shape | Circular | Circular |
Case material | Stainless steel | Aluminum |
Strap material | Leather, Silicone | Leather, Silicone |
Bezel material | Stainless steel | Bezeless |
Strap size | 22 mm | 20 mm |
Screen protection | Corning Gorilla glass DX+ | Corning Gorilla Glass |
Water resistance | Yes, 5ATM | Yes, 5ATM |
Durability test | MIL-STD-810G | MIL-STD-810G |
Swim-proof | Yes, recommended | Yes, recommended |
Color | Black, Silver | Black, Green, Rose-gold, Silver |
DISPLAY | DISPLAY | DISPLAY |
Display size | 1.3 inches | 1.1 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, 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 | 0.75GB | 0.75GB |
ROM | 4GB | 4GB |
Memory card slot | No | No |
CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY | CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY | CELLULAR CONNECTIVITY |
Technology | None | None |
SIM type | None | 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 | No |
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 | No | No |
Thermometer | No | No |
Other sensors | — | — |
ACTIVITY TRACKING | ACTIVITY TRACKING | ACTIVITY TRACKING |
Blood oxygen | No | No |
Blood Pressure | No | Yes |
Calories | Yes | Yes |
Distance | Yes | Yes |
ECG tracking | No | No |
Fitness Level | — | — |
Heart rate monitoring | Yes | Yes |
Sleep tracking | Yes | Yes |
Steps | Yes | Yes |
Stress | Yes | Yes |
Incidental fall detection | No | No |
Menstrual cycle | No | No |
VO2 Max | Yes | Yes |
Swim-tracking | Yes | Yes |
Swim-heart 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 | 230mAh |
Battery life | Regular usage: 3 days+, Standby:10 days+ | Regular usage: 3 days+, Standby :5 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 Active, Straps |
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Samsung Galaxy Watch vs Galaxy Watch Active: Which is Better?
Although the Galaxy Active is a more compact wear, its slimmer and sleeker, and weighs slightly less, but the Galaxy Watch has a more sophisticated design. It features the physical rotating bezel that makes navigation a lot easier. And being a standalone smartwatch, it’s a more comprehensive smartwatch that allow you make and receive calls directly from this device.
Samsung Galaxy Watch vs Galaxy Watch Active: Editor’s Pick