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Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130Screen size:1.40 inchBattery life:2 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 19 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

8.5

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

Technical score

30%

8.2

Review score ( 7 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.2 · based on 19 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
★Better than 97% of smartwatches
8.7

Technical score

Technical score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

24%

9.2

Health

21%

9.6

Fitness

16%

6.7

Battery

14%

8.9

Smart features

12%

8.8

Connectivity

9%

8.7

Display & Design

4%

6.9

Hardware

★Better than 99% of smartwatches
8.2

Review score

Review score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 80% of models
Grades by review (19)
7 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
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7.8%

8.3

gadgetguy.com.au

7.8%

8.0

pickr.com.au

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1

7.8%

8.0

wareable.com

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 80% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm

Technical score
Technical score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

24%

9.2

Health

21%

9.6

Fitness

16%

6.7

Battery

14%

8.9

Smart features

12%

8.8

Connectivity

9%

8.7

Display & Design

4%

6.9

Hardware

8.7
Review score
Review score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 80% of models
Grades by review (19)
7 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
✓ explicit
2

7.8%

8.3

gadgetguy.com.au

7.8%

8.0

pickr.com.au

≈ estimated
1

7.8%

8.0

wareable.com

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 58% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm has a popularity of 7 points, which is higher than 58.3% of smartwatches.
7.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

60%

8.5

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

8.9
Brand name
Samsung
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
▲ Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
yes
ECG
yes
▲ Better than 84% of models
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
▲ Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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What reviewers say
Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
▲ Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
▲ Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
▲ Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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What reviewers say
Battery life
2 days
Battery life
2 days
▼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 2 days which is shorter than that of 79.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.6% of smartwatches.
Up to 40 days with always-on.
Battery life in training mode
44 h
Battery life in training mode
44 h
▲ Better than 88% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 44 h in training mode which is longer than 88.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.5% of smartwatches.
48 (in exercise power saving.
Battery life with GPS on
18 h
Battery life with GPS on
18 h
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 18 h with GPS on which is shorter than 55% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.6% of smartwatches.
10 (estimated based on 10% hourly drain with aod.
Battery power
500 mAh
Battery power
500 mAh
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 500 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 93.1% of smartwatches and equal to those in 1% of smartwatches.
Charge time
75 min
Charge time
75 min
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 75 min which is faster than 76.2% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 3.3% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Wear OS
Operating system
Wear OS
▲ Better than 79% of models
This smartwatch runs Wear OS which is more advanced than the operating system in 79% of smartwatches and the same as that in 16.6% of smartwatches.
OS detail: Wear OS (3.5).
Software update frequency
occasional
Software update frequency
occasional
▲ Better than 58% of models
This smartwatch has occasional software update support which is more active than that of 57.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 36.2% of smartwatches.
Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
▲ Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
▲ Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
▲ Better than 82% of models
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 82.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
SIM cards
1
▲ Better than 2% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
eSIM
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
▲ Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
▲ Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.4 inch
Screen size
1.4 inch
▲ Better than 49% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.4 inch which is larger than the screens of 48.8% of smartwatches and equal to those of 6.7% of smartwatches.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
▲ Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
Resolution
450x 450
Resolution
450x 450
▲ Better than 79% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 450x450 which is higher than that of 79% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
455 ppi
Pixel density
455 ppi
▲ Better than 78% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 455 ppi which is higher than that of 77.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.4% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
1,000 nits
Display brightness
1,000 nits
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 1,000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 59.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 26.5% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
2x 1.18 GHz
CPU speed
2x 1.18 GHz
▲ Better than 72% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 2x1.18 GHz which is faster than that in 72% of smartwatches and equal to that in 1.6% of smartwatches.
Processor model
Exynos W920
Processor model
Exynos W920
▼ Worse than 64% of models
This smartwatch uses the Exynos W920 processor model.
RAM
1 GB
RAM
1 GB
▲ Better than 31% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 31.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 45.8% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
16 GB
Internal storage
16 GB
▲ Better than 80% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 16 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 79.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 4.7% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (3.5).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
    HRV tracking may depend on companion or third-party apps.
  • 24.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    44 h
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (44 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    48 (in exercise power saving.
    44 h vs 19.25 h
  • 18.7% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.93 vs 7.5).
    8.93 vs 7.52
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
    Availability may vary by region or model version. May require a compatible phone, software version, or app setup.
  • Blood pressure monitoring
    Blood pressure monitoring
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This smartwatch supports blood pressure monitoring, the average smartwatch does not. 22% of smartwatches support blood pressure monitoring.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
    HRV tracking may depend on companion or third-party apps.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • Calorie tracking
    Calorie tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports calorie tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 48.6% of smartwatches support calorie tracking.
  • Weight tracking
    Weight tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This smartwatch supports weight tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 39.1% of smartwatches support weight tracking.
  • Water intake tracking
    Water intake tracking
    yes
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    This smartwatch tracks water intake, the average smartwatch does not. 44% of smartwatches track water intake.
    Water intake tracking may require manual logging in a companion app or widget.
  • Perspiration monitoring
    Perspiration monitoring
    yes
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    This smartwatch tracks perspiration, the average smartwatch does not. 14.1% of smartwatches track perspiration.
    Perspiration tracking may be estimated from activity data in companion apps.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
    Supported through third-party apps or Wear OS/Tizen workarounds.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • 24.75 h longer training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    44 h
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer in training mode than the average smartwatch (44 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    48 (in exercise power saving.
    44 h vs 19.25 h
  • 45 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    75 min
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (75 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    75 min vs 120 min
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 200 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    500 mAh days
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (500 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Up to 40 days with always-on.
    500 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
    Maps via Google Maps app.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.2
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.2 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.2 vs 5.0
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • 400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    1,000 nits
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (1000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • 1.8 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    9.80 mm
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (9.8 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    9.80 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 129 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    455 ppi
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (455 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    455 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 11.5 g lighter weight
    Weight
    33.5 g
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is lighter than the average smartwatch (33.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    33.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    450 x 450
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 450x450, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    450x450 vs 352x430
  • 2 mm narrower band
    Width of band
    20.0 mm
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a narrower band width than the average smartwatch (20 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    20.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    Wear OS
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (Wear OS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: Wear OS (3.5).
    Wear OS vs Proprietary OS
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    occasional
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch receives occasional software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are typically released about every 3 months.
    occasional vs ended
  • 12 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    16 GB
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (16 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    16 GB vs 4 GB
  • Faster CPU speed
    CPU speed
    2 x 1.18 GHz
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 2x1.18 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    2x1.18 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • 5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2 days
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 2 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 40 days with always-on.
    2 days vs 7 days
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.
  • 2 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    18 h
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (18 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    10 (estimated based on 10% hourly drain with aod.
    18 h vs 20 h
  • 5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2 days
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 2 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 40 days with always-on.
    2 days vs 7 days
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 2 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    18 h
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (18 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    10 (estimated based on 10% hourly drain with aod.
    18 h vs 20 h
  • No iOS compatibility
    iOS compatibility
    no
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch offers less complete iOS compatibility than the average smartwatch (no vs yes).
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.

Video reviews

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9.0
marktie - Smartphone, Smartwatch Tests und Tipps
≈ estimated
29/07/2023
Long-term test · eight months of daily use
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm is a great watch that still holds up, with excellent battery life and a good price.
8.0
techloupe
≈ estimated
14/09/2022
Two-week review · comparison with the Pro model
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm is preferred over the Pro model, but sensor accuracy and iPhone compatibility are real drawbacks.
8.0
SwagTab
≈ estimated
12/08/2022
First look · hands-on impressions and upgrade outlook
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm is a sensible upgrade overall, mainly if the battery life improves as hoped.
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Expert reviews

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8.3
gadgetguy.com.au
✓ explicit
10/10/2022
Full review · Health tracking
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm is a comfortable Android watch with strong health tracking and nearly two days per charge, but it works best with Samsung phones.
8.0
pickr.com.au
✓ explicit
27/01/2023
Full review · Android smartwatch
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm is a solid, fast Android smartwatch, but its health sensors need a Samsung phone and its battery often needs nightly charging.
8.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
12/08/2022
Full review · Wear OS watch
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm remains the best smartwatch for Android users, but it changes little from the Galaxy Watch4 and is only average for sports.
9.0
xavierstuder.com
≈ estimated
05/09/2022
Hands-on test · Health tracking
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm is a scratch-resistant Wear OS watch with ECG and blood pressure checks, but its battery lasts only about two days of active use.
9.0
profesionalreview.com
✓ explicit
22/09/2022
Hands-on test · Everyday fitness
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm is a light watch with a sharp screen and wide exercise tracking, but the Wi-Fi model reviewed has no eSIM.
8.0
larazon.es
✓ explicit
18/10/2022
Hands-on test · Upgrade review
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm is a comfortable watch with a strong screen and broad health tracking, but it changes little from the Galaxy Watch4.
8.0
tomshw.it
✓ explicit
14/10/2022
Hands-on test · Wear OS watch
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm is a well-built, bright Wear OS watch with plenty of customization, but its battery lasts under two days with sleep tracking on.

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What we like about Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm

  • Sleek and durable design with an armor aluminium frame and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal glass.
  • Bright, sharp, and highly responsive 1.4-inch Super AMOLED display (450x450 resolution).
  • Comprehensive health suite including body composition analysis (BIA), heart rate, and improved sleep coaching.
  • Standalone connectivity with LTE version allows calls, messages, and music streaming without a phone nearby.
  • Vast app selection through Google Play Store via Wear OS 3.5.
  • Significantly faster charging speeds, reaching 45% in approximately 30 minutes.

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm

  • Battery life typically lasts only 24–30 hours with the Always-On Display (AOD) enabled, requiring daily charging.
  • Key health features like ECG and blood pressure monitoring only work when paired with a Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
  • Removal of the physical rotating bezel in favour of a touch-sensitive digital bezel that some find less precise.
  • Some users report inaccurate or inconsistent SpO2 (blood oxygen) and sleep tracking data.
  • Minor upgrade over the Galaxy Watch4, with the same processor and very similar overall feature set.
  • Lack of a desktop interface for the Samsung Health app, making data review difficult outside of a mobile device.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 LTE 44mm is a high-performance smartwatch featuring a 1.4-inch Super AMOLED display (450 x 450 pixels) protected by durable Sapphire Crystal and a 410mAh battery with fast-charging support. Powered by the Exynos W920 dual-core processor with 1.5GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage, it offers standalone 4G connectivity via eSIM for calls and messaging without a nearby phone. Its main characteristics include the advanced 3-in-1 BioActive Sensor for ECG, blood pressure, and body composition analysis, alongside improved sleep coaching and over 90 exercise modes. Pros include its bright display, robust health-tracking suite, and the independence provided by LTE; however, cons include a battery life that often requires daily charging with heavy use and the fact that key features like ECG are restricted to users with Samsung Galaxy smartphones.

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