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Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£510Screen size:1.34 inchBattery life:2.5 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 20 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

8.6

Overall score

Score
8.6/ 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 98% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

Technical score

30%

8.2

Review score ( 9 · 11)

Review score 30% · 8.2 · based on 20 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. 10 more reviews are not scored yet.
★Better than 98% 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%

9.6

Health

21%

9.5

Fitness

16%

6.0

Battery

14%

8.9

Smart features

12%

8.8

Connectivity

9%

8.9

Display & Design

4%

9.1

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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 75% of models
Grades by review (20)
9 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 11 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.
Text reviews 6
✓ explicit
3

8.6%

8.0

uk.pcmag.com

8.6%

8.0

t3.com

8.6%

7.0

techadvisor.com

≈ estimated
3

6.9%

9.0

sammobile.com

6.9%

9.0

notebookcheck.net

3.4%

8.0

wareable.com

Video reviews 3

3.4%

9.0

Chigz Tech Reviews

3.4%

8.0

GSMArena Official

3.4%

7.0

The Quantified Scientist

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 75% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic

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%

9.6

Health

21%

9.5

Fitness

16%

6.0

Battery

14%

8.9

Smart features

12%

8.8

Connectivity

9%

8.9

Display & Design

4%

9.1

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 75% of models
Grades by review (20)
9 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 11 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.
Text reviews 6
✓ explicit
3

8.6%

8.0

uk.pcmag.com

8.6%

8.0

t3.com

8.6%

7.0

techadvisor.com

≈ estimated
3

6.9%

9.0

sammobile.com

6.9%

9.0

notebookcheck.net

3.4%

8.0

wareable.com

Video reviews 3

3.4%

9.0

Chigz Tech Reviews

3.4%

8.0

GSMArena Official

3.4%

7.0

The Quantified Scientist

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
5.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 53% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic has a popularity of 5.8 points, which is lower than 52.1% of smartwatches.
5.8
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 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 83% of models
Score components:

60%

8.6

Overall score

40%

7.8

Price

8.3
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
2.5 days
Battery life
2.5 days
▼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 2.5 days which is shorter than that of 79.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.4% of smartwatches.
Up to 4 days in power saving.
Battery life in training mode
3 h
Battery life in training mode
3 h
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 3 h in training mode which is shorter than 97.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.5% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
35 h
Battery life with GPS on
35 h
▲ Better than 80% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 35 h with GPS on which is longer than 79.8% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.8% of smartwatches.
Battery power
445 mAh
Battery power
445 mAh
▲ Better than 84% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 445 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 84% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.2% of smartwatches.
Charge time
84 min
Charge time
84 min
▲ Better than 75% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 84 min which is faster than 74.7% of smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 84 minutes.
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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 (6).
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
1.34 inch
Screen size
1.34 inch
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.34 inch which is smaller than the screens of 62.2% of smartwatches and equal to those of 1.3% 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
438x 438
Resolution
438x 438
▲ Better than 79% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 438x438 which is higher than that of 78.7% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
462 ppi
Pixel density
462 ppi
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 462 ppi which is higher than that of 91.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 5% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
3,000 nits
Display brightness
3,000 nits
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 3,000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 96.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.2% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
1x 1.6 GHz + 4x 1.5 GHz
CPU speed
1x 1.6 GHz + 4x 1.5 GHz
★ Better than 99% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1x1.6 GHz + 4x1.5 GHz which is faster than that in 99.2% of smartwatches and equal to that in 0.8% of smartwatches.
Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
Processor model
Exynos W1000
Processor model
Exynos W1000
▼ Worse than 61% of models
This smartwatch uses the Exynos W1000 processor model.
RAM
2 GB
RAM
2 GB
▲ Better than 78% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 2 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 77.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 21.4% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
64 GB
Internal storage
64 GB
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 64 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 98.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.7% 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 Watch8 LTE Classic 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.
    Availability may vary by model or region.
  • 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 (6).
    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.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • 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.
  • 11% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic has a higher value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (8.34 vs 7.5).
    8.34 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.
    Availability may vary by model or region.
  • 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.
  • Readiness score
    Readiness score
    yes
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This smartwatch supports readiness scores, the average smartwatch does not. 17.5% of smartwatches support readiness scores.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Compatible through third-party apps/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.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Route support available via companion app.
  • 15 h longer GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    35 h
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts longer with GPS on than the average smartwatch (35 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    35 h vs 20 h
  • 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.
  • 36 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    84 min
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (84 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 84 minutes.
    84 min vs 120 min
  • 145 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    445 mAh days
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (445 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Up to 4 days in power saving.
    445 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
    5.3
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.3 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.3 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
  • 2,400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    3,000 nits
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (3000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    3,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
    Rugged design supported by MIL-STD/military-grade durability claim.
  • 136 ppi higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    462 ppi
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
    This smartwatch has a higher pixel density than the average smartwatch (462 ppi vs 326 ppi). The average smartwatch display reaches 326 ppi.
    462 ppi vs 326 ppi
  • 1 mm thinner watch body
    Thickness
    10.60 mm
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thinner than the average smartwatch (10.6 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    10.60 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Better case material
    Case material
    stainless steel
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This smartwatch uses stainless steel for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    stainless steel vs polycarbonate
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    438 x 438
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 438x438, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    438x438 vs 352x430
  • Better band material
    Band material
    rubber, leather
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This smartwatch uses rubber, leather for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    rubber, leather vs silicone
  • 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 (6).
    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
  • 60 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    64 GB
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (64 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    64 GB vs 4 GB
  • Faster CPU speed
    CPU speed
    1 x 1.6 GHz + 4 x 1.5 GHz
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 1x1.6 GHz + 4x1.5 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    Derived from core-count and per-core clock notation
    1x1.6 GHz + 4x1.5 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • 1 GB more RAM
    RAM
    2 GB
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (2 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 1 GB
  • 4 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2025 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    July 2025
    2025 vs 2021
  • 16.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    3 h
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (3 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    3 h vs 19.25 h
  • 4.5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2.5 days
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 2.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 4 days in power saving.
    2.5 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
  • 18.5 g heavier weight
    Weight
    63.5 g
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (63.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    63.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • 3.92x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£510 vs £130).
    £510 vs £130
  • 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.
  • 0.06 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.34 inch
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.34 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 3.92x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£510 vs £130).
    £510 vs £130
  • 16.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    3 h
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (3 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    3 h vs 19.25 h
  • 4.5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    2.5 days
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 2.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Up to 4 days in power saving.
    2.5 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
  • 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).
  • 18.5 g heavier weight
    Weight
    63.5 g
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (63.5 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    Weight refers to watch case without strap/band.
    63.5 g vs 45.0 g
  • 0.06 inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    1.34 inch
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a smaller screen size than the average smartwatch (1.3 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    1.34 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • 4 mm wider watch width
    Width
    46.0 mm
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (46 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    46.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • 10 °C lower max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    35.0 °C
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >60 °C
    This smartwatch handles a lower maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (35 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    35.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • 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

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
The Quantified Scientist
≈ estimated
23/01/2026
Scientific review · GPS, heart rate and sleep accuracy tests
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic is decent in a Samsung setup with an attractive design, but Android users have better-performing options.
8.0
GSMArena Official
≈ estimated
27/08/2025
Full review · design, software and health features
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic is a solid, feature-packed smartwatch worth recommending, though its high launch price is the main drawback.
9.0
Chigz Tech Reviews
≈ estimated
24/07/2025
Hands-on review · health sensors, design and battery
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic packs in plenty of health features and a slim new design, though battery life, Samsung-only support and the lug are drawbacks.
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Expert reviews

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au.pcmag.com
25/07/2025
Not graded yet
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
05/11/2025
Full review · Style and health
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is a stylish health watch with a rotating bezel and a beginner-friendly running coach, but it is bulky and has short battery life.
techradar.com
08/08/2025
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8.0
wareable.com
≈ estimated
27/02/2026
Hands-on test · Design and health
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic brings a bright screen, a rotating bezel and new health insights, but battery life improves by only around 8%.
expertreviews.co.uk
29/09/2025
Not graded yet
7.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
27/02/2026
Full review · Design and apps
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is a solid Wear OS watch with a bright screen and Gemini, but its divisive design, tracking issues and three-app setup hold it back.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
27/02/2026
Full review · Health and design
Verdict
The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is a stylish health watch with a rotating bezel and about two days of battery, but some features need a Samsung phone.
8.4
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
15/02/2026
Lab test · Rotating bezel
Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic offers accurate heart and sleep tracking and a handy rotating bezel, but its heavy case and battery life of just over a day hold it back.
inside-digital.de
30/08/2025
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chip.de
06/08/2025
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futurezone.at
02/09/2025
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What we like about Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic

  • Intuitive physical rotating bezel for tactile navigation
  • Premium stainless steel build with a high-end, traditional watch aesthetic
  • Exceptionally bright 3,000-nit AMOLED display for outdoor visibility
  • Comprehensive health suite including new AI-powered coaching and AGEs index
  • Snappy and responsive performance from the 3nm Exynos W1000 processor
  • Reliable dual-band GPS and heart rate tracking for most activities

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic

  • Large and bulky 'cushion' design may not suit smaller wrists
  • Battery life typically lasts 1–2 days, requiring frequent charging compared to rivals
  • Higher price point than the standard Galaxy Watch8
  • Proprietary lug system limits the use of standard third-party straps
  • Software bugs noted, such as the watch 'forgetting' Always-On Display settings after Sleep Mode
  • Advanced features like sleep apnea detection and AI insights require a paired Samsung phone

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic is a premium 46mm smartwatch featuring a stainless steel 'cushion' design, a 1.34-inch Super AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 3,000 nits, and the signature physical rotating bezel for tactile navigation. It is powered by a 3nm Exynos W1000 pentacore processor with 2GB of RAM and an upgraded 64GB of internal storage, running Wear OS 6. Main characteristics include standalone 4G LTE connectivity, dual-frequency GPS, and advanced AI-driven health metrics like a running coach, sleep apnea detection, and an antioxidant index. Pros include its exceptionally bright outdoor display, robust military-grade durability (MIL-STD-810H), and approximately two days of battery life from its 445mAh cell. Notable cons include its significant 63.5g weight and bulky profile, which may not suit smaller wrists, slow charging times of nearly two hours, and the restriction of certain AI health features to users within the Samsung Galaxy smartphone ecosystem.

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