The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 is a capable upper-mid-range device, powered by the Exynos W1000 (3 nm) that comfortably covers most everyday use cases (2025).
2025 · Upper-mid-range · Android Wear OS 6
Overall
A
Performance
B+
Display
B+
Battery
C+
Charging
B
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Flagship), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size1.47" · 46 x 43.7 x 8.6 mm (1.81 x 1.72 x 0.34 in)
ChipsetExynos W1000 (3 nm)
RAM2GB
Storage32GB
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Flagship-grade Exynos W1000 (3 nm) — handles any app or game
✓1.47" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 34g — easy to carry
✓5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 435 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, altimeter, compass, SpO2, temperature (skin), BioActive, antioxidant index
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Speed
HSPA, LTE
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
Yes
GPS
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
USB
No
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
No
Loudspeaker
Yes
Radio
No
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 supports eSIM.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 supports wireless charging (10W wireless).
No reverse wireless charging mentioned for the Samsung Galaxy Watch8.
Yes, up to 10W (10W wireless).
The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 is rated IP68 — MIL-STD-810H compliant* IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 50m/5ATM) ECG certified Blood pressure monitor Armor aluminum 2 frame *does not guarantee ruggedness or use in extreme conditions.
No, the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 does not support a memory card.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 SIM configuration: eSIM.
No, the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 ships with Android Wear OS 6, One UI 8 Watch.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 uses No.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band.
