Galaxy Watch8
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Galaxy Watch8 is thinner, lighter and brighter than ever. Reimagined with a new cushion shape and Dynamic Lug bands, the sleek case hugs your wrist for health readings.1 Longer battery life keeps new fitness tracking features locked in.2 Plus, enhanced performance powers a reimagined One UI 8 Watch experience.
Explore the highlights
New cushion design case with Dynamic Lug bands
A corner of the Galaxy Watch8 is zoomed in, highlighting the cushion design. The device becomes transparent, revealing its internal components.
Sleep coaching for natural bedtime routines
A notification pops up on the display of Galaxy Watch8. Bedtime guidance. Try going to sleep between 11:00 PM and 11:30 PM tonight.
Running Coach gets you up to speed, fast 3
Galaxy Watch8 shows the text Running level test. The screen is scrolled all the way down, and the Start button is tapped. Now, numbers are shown on the display. Time. 12:45. Duration going from 06:46 to 06:47. Distance going from 3.25 to 3.24. Pace 06'39". Heart rate 164. The scene changes. Text Your running level. 4. Congratulations!
Brighter and easier to read in sunlight
As light sweeps across the screen of Galaxy Watch8, the content remains sharp and clear.
DESIGN
New design.
Elevated feel.
Time for a change. The new cushion shape adds a distinctive edge to any look. With sleek lines that won't get in the way of workouts, Galaxy Watch8 maximizes your days with minimalist design. Available in 40mm and 44mm case sizes, in Graphite and Silver.
Side view of Galaxy Watch7 then from top-down a side view of Galaxy Watch8 gradually appears comparing the thickness between the 2 smartwatches. When the full side view of Galaxy Watch8 appears, it is shown secured by a white Sport Band, buckled into a loop. Galaxy Watch8 then turns slightly, revealing the watch face.
Our most comfortable fit yet
A person's arm extended outward as Galaxy Watch8 with a white Sport Band gently lands and attaches to their wrist.
New Dynamic Lug System bands wrap around your wrist to take heath readings with minimal space between sensor and skin. The refined fit stays comfortably snug so you can track insights while making moves.
Choose your favorite finish
Galaxy Watch8 Silver viewed from the front, at a partial front-side angle and from the side showing the Home and Back buttons.
Galaxy Watch8 Graphite viewed from the front, at a partial front-side angle and from the side showing the Home and Back buttons.
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Powerful inside and out
Build healthy sleep habits with Galaxy AI
Bedtime Guidance
Discover your optimal bedtime
Galaxy Watch8 uses three days of sleep data to find an optimal bedtime for you.4 When it's time to wind down, it gently nudges you according to your personalized sleep schedule.
Galaxy Watch8 is seen from a tilted front view, with its watch face showing the time and date. The white minute hand the orange second hand move. Once it reaches nine o'clock, the face of Galaxy Watch8 shows the Samsung Health icon and Bedtime guidance with a text notification 'Try going to sleep between 11:00 PM and 11:30 PM tonight'.
ENERGY SCORE
Start your morning in the know about your body with insights from the day before. Energy Score with Galaxy AI analyzes yesterday's sleep activity and heart rate to give you a summary of your overall health. Then, go deeper into insights on your Galaxy device with the Samsung Health App.1,6
The watch face of Galaxy Watch8 shows the Energy Score screen with the Energy Score of 92 and the word 'Excellent'. The Galaxy Watch8 disappears and a Samsung Galaxy smartphone appears showing the Energy Score screen with a list of Energy Score factors.
VASCULAR LOAD
Track heart stress
while you sleep
Galaxy Watch8 analyzes your sleep, diet, activity and stress levels to keep you informed on the health of your blood system. Is your vascular load a little high today? Get back on track with helpful recommendations.20
An optical sensor of Galaxy Watch8 measures the Vascular Load. Then Galaxy Watch8 is shown, displaying the texts 'Today' and 'Steady', along with a scale with an indicator. At the bottom is the message 'Your vascular load is consistent'.
ANTIOXIDANT INDEX
Measure health from inside out
Get new insights on aging with the world's first smartwatch that measures antioxidant levels. Place your thumb on the sensor to measure carotenoid levels in your skin and see how your diet may be affecting your health. 21
A person's thumb is placed on a sensor on the back of Galaxy Watch8, and the screen displays the Antioxidant index as 'Adequate' with a score of 92. A 'Measure' button is shown at the bottom.
Take time, anytime
MENTAL HEALTH
Refresh your mind
Galaxy Watch8 offers tools to gently guide you toward mindfulness, from managing stress to living in the moment. Explore different techniques and discover what works best to support your mental well-being. Keep a daily log to monitor your journey to find peace.
Galaxy Watch8 displaying a Mood check-in notification on screen, with the text 'How are you feeling?'. 'Check in' button below is tapped, 'Awesome' is selected. 'Next' is tapped. The text appears. 'Awesome! How do you feel? Happy, Enthusiastic, Proud.'
Find your pace, race your way
RUNNING COACH
Coaching for the long run
From first strides to marathon training, Running Coach gets you up to speed with a personalized run plan. Discover your performance level from 1 to 10. Then, test your limits with a plan that sets you on the perfect pace to achieve results without overstraining or underperforming.25
Running Coach screen shown on Galaxy Watch8 with the text 2. Repetitions. 1.80 km, 05'40". Screen changes. Workout 2. Repetitions. 1.80km. 05.40". 22:12. A running pictogram is shown in the background. After the Start button is tapped, the pictogram reaches the finish line, with the screen showing the status. The screen displays a check icon with the text 'Passed!'.
Raise. Speak. Solved.
Simply lift your wrist for AI assistance. Google Gemini is all ears. Galaxy Watch8 is the world's first smartwatch with Gemini built-in.17 Just ask to get answers and ideas, complete tasks across apps and access important information on the spot.
CUSTOMIZATION
See what you need, at a glance
One UI 8 Watch brings together everything you need in one place.18 Now Bar serves up real-time info like music info or weather updates, all customizable with a wide range of Watch faces.
Galaxy Watch8 displaying different screens of One UI 8, including Now bar, running, weather, Exercise Tracking and more.
Make it yours in the moment
For fashion or function, switch up your Watch with custom faces and bands. Go for the Sport Band when you're breaking a sweat. Slip on the soft Fabric Band for extra comfort at night. 19
- Pink
- White
- Graphite
- Blue
- Mint
- Red
- White
- Graphite
- Blue
- Mint
- Black
- White
- Camel
- Taupe
- Blue
- Green
- Sage
- White
- Blue
- Graphite
COMPARE
Time to find your Watch
Key Specs
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Material
Armor Aluminum -
Material
Armor Aluminum -
Material
Armor Aluminum
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Processor
3 nm Processor,
5 Core -
Processor
3 nm Processor,
2 Core -
Processor
5 nm Processor,
2 Core
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GPS
L1+L5 Dual-
Frequency GPS -
GPS
L1+L5 Dual-
Frequency GPS -
GPS
L1 GPS
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Connectivity
Bluetooth / Bluetooth
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Connectivity
Bluetooth / Bluetooth
+ LTE -
Connectivity
Bluetooth / Bluetooth
+ LTE
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Memory / Storage
2 GB / 32 GB -
Memory / Storage
2 GB / 32 GB -
Memory / Storage
2 GB / 16 GB
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Display Brightness
Up to
3000 nits -
Display Brightness
Up to
1000 nits -
Display Brightness
Up to
2000 nits
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Durability16
5ATM +
IP68 / MIL-STD-810H -
Durability16
5ATM +
IP68 / MIL-STD-810H -
Durability16
5ATM +
IP68 / MIL-STD-810H
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Battery22
325mAh
Up to 30 hrs (*AOD On) -
Battery22
300mAh
Up to 30 hrs (*AOD On) -
Battery22
300mAh
Up to 30 hrs (*AOD On)
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Safety and Emergency23
SOS / Fall detection -
Safety and Emergency23
SOS / Fall detection -
Safety and Emergency23
SOS / Fall detection
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Health
Energy Score Sleep Apnea Bedtime Guidance High Stress Alert Running Coach Personalized Heart Rate Zone Personalized Functional Threshold Power AGEs Index Vascular Load ECG Irregular Heart
Rhythm Notification Antioxidant Index Body Composition Cycle Tracking21 -
Health
Energy Score Sleep Apnea Bedtime Guidance -not available -not available Personalized Heart Rate Zone -not available -not available -not available ECG Irregular Heart
Rhythm Notification -not available Body Composition Cycle Tracking21 -
Health
Energy Score Sleep Apnea Bedtime Guidance -not available -not available Personalized Heart Rate Zone -not available -not available -not available ECG Irregular Heart
Rhythm Notification -not available Body Composition Cycle Tracking21
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Google Gemini
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Google Gemini
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Google Gemini
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Find the Watch that fits you best
Learn moreFrequently asked questions
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The cushion design has been newly added to Galaxy Watch8. With its slimmed-down profile to just 8.6mm, and the upgraded Dynamic Lug System, it offers a more refined look and a more comfortable fit.
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Galaxy Watch8 boasts a bright 3000 nits display, ensuring clear visibility even in bright surroundings — making it suitable for outdoor activities. Powered by a 3 nm processor, it also delivers a seamless user experience, from health monitoring to multitasking across different apps.
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Galaxy Watch8 is available in Graphite and Silver. It comes in two sizes, Small (40mm) and Large (44mm).
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Yes, Galaxy Watch8 can monitor your stress levels. You can set up Galaxy Watch8 to automatically track your stress levels throughout the day. When the levels are high, you'll receive alerts and you can take guided breathing exercises to relieve tension. You can also manually monitor your stress levels whenever you need to stay on top of your mental well-being.
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Battery life on Galaxy Watch8 varies depending on the usage. The 40mm model comes with a 325mAh battery, and the 44mm model has a 435mAh battery. Both offer up to 30 hours of use in Always On Display (AOD) mode.
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Galaxy Watch8 comes in both LTE and Bluetooth model, giving users flexible options depending on their lifestyle and environment. With the LTE version, you can make calls, send messages, stream music and receive notifications without needing your phone nearby. It’s ideal for staying connected while on the go. The Bluetooth version allows you to use the watch independently in known networks, especially when you're at home, work or any place with Wi-Fi. Both options enable a high level of standalone functionality, ensuring you can stay connected your way — whether you're on the move or on a network.
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Galaxy Watch8 works with Samsung Galaxy smartphones running Android 12 or higher.27
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Yes, Galaxy Watch8 has Dual-band GPS. It uses both L1 and L5 GPS for enhanced accuracy.
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You can charge Galaxy Watch8 using the Wireless Charger it comes with. Just place your Watch on the charger for easy, wireless charging.
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- Galaxy AI features track data and require a compatible Galaxy wearable device (sold separately), Samsung Health app and Samsung account.
- Based on typical use; results may vary.
- Available for outdoor running only; requires at least 12 minutes of running with GPS on and initial setup. Galaxy AI features track data and require compatible Samsung Galaxy phone, Samsung Health app and Samsung account.
- Bedtime Guidance: Must wear watch for 3 consecutive nights and set optimal wake-up time in the Samsung Health app
- Must wear device for 7 nights during a 30 night period.
- The heart rate software functions are not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.
- The Samsung Sleep Apnea Feature is listed by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Mobile eXperienceBusiness with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as an over-the-counter device to assess risk of sleep apnea. This device is intended to provide a notification of the risk of sleep apnea in users who have not been previously diagnosed with sleep apnea. It uses software algorithms to analyze input sensor signals and provide a risk assessment for sleep apnea. It is not intended to provide a stand-alone diagnosis, replace traditional methods of diagnosis (e.g., polysomnography), assist clinicians in diagnosing sleep disorders, or be used as an apnea monitor. Consult your physician if you have any questions regarding sleep apnea. Availability may vary by market, carrier, model or a paired smartphone.
- The ECG Monitor App intended for adults 22 years and older analyzes pulse rate data to identify episodes of irregular heart rhythms suggestive of AFib and provides a notification suggesting the user record an ECG to analyze the heart rhythm. The IHRN feature is not intended to provide a notification on every episode of irregular rhythm suggestive of AFib and the absence of a notification is not intended to indicate no disease process is present; rather the feature is intended to opportunistically acquire pulse rate data when the user is still and analyze the data when determined sufficient toward surfacing a notification. The ECG Monitor App is not intended to replace traditional methods of diagnosis or treatment. The ECG app is not intended for users with known arrhythmias other than AFib or users under 22 years old. Users should not interpret or take clinical action based on the device output without consultation of a qualified healthcare professional.
- Advanced Glycation End-products(AGEs) requires Samsung Account login and Samsung Health app 6.27 or later. Available on devices with Android OS 10 (Q OS) or later. AGEs is supported in Samsung Galaxy Watch7 and later released Samsung Galaxy Watch models only. Not intended for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment of any medical condition. AGEs index is for your personal reference only. Please consult a medical professional for advice.
- The Samsung BIA is a body analyzer that uses bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) technology to track body composition based on weight, body fat, body mass index (BMI), skeletal muscle, body water, and basal metabolic rate (BMR) measurements. It is not intended to specifically diagnose or treat a medical condition.
- Samsung Health Medications feature is intended to help users manage their medication list and schedule. Information provided is evidence-based content licensed from Elsevier, a global leader in information and analytics. Requires smartphone with Android 8.0 or later and Samsung Health app version 6.26 or later. Availability for the features may vary by device.
- Products sold separately.
- Requires a compatible Samsung Galaxy phone, Samsung Health app and Samsung account.
- Cycle Tracking is available for tracking a user's menstruation cycle. NOT INTENDED FOR CONTRACEPTION. If you are currently taking hormonal birth control or undergoing hormonal treatment that inhibits ovulation, this service will not be useful for tracking ovulation. Cycle Tracking results may be impacted by Watch usage (recommendation: 4 hours during sleep, 5 times a week), input data and environmental conditions (such as illness, medications, traveling and disruptions to users' daily routine). If you are taking medication, consult your doctor to learn how it may impact your body temperature. Do not interpret or take clinical action based on the predictions made without consultation of a qualified healthcare professional. This feature is not intended for users under 18 years of age.
- Available for outdoor running and cycling only. Must follow the same starting point and path as a workout selected from up to 14 days prior.
- Consistent with IP68 rating, water- resistant in up to 5 feet of water for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue / dry after wet.
- Gemini mobile app available on select devices, languages, and countries. Requires compatible Wear OS watch to be connected to a compatible device. Check responses for accuracy. Internet connection and set up may be required. Features may differ depending on subscription and account. Results for illustrative purposes and may vary. Google and Gemini are trademarks of Google LLC.
- Must be signed into your Samsung and Google accounts, and be connected to the internet directly (by Wi-Fi or LTE model) or via a compatible Samsung Galaxy AI phone.
- Bands sold separately.
- The Vascular Load software function is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. Requires establishing your initial base line by wearing watch while sleeping for 3 nights (within a 2 week period). Not intended for medical use.
- Not intended for medical use.
- Based on typical use; results may vary.
- Fall detection is not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat or prevent disease or other conditions. Requires network connection to notify emergency contact. GPS accuracy may be affected by obstructions to satellite signal such as buildings.
- Cycle Tracking is available for tracking a user's menstruation cycle. NOT INTENDED FOR CONTRACEPTION. If you are currently taking hormonal birth control or undergoing hormonal treatment that inhibits ovulation, this service will not be useful for tracking ovulation. Cycle Tracking results may be impacted by Watch usage (recommendation: 4 hours during sleep, 5 times a week), input data and environmental conditions (such as illness, medications, traveling and disruptions to users' daily routine). If you are taking medication, consult your doctor to learn how it may impact your body temperature. Do not interpret or take clinical action based on the predictions made without consultation of a qualified healthcare professional. This feature is not intended for users under 18 years of age.
- Available for outdoor running only; requires at least 12 minutes of running with GPS on and initial setup. Galaxy AI features track data and require compatible Samsung Galaxy phone, Samsung Health app and Samsung account.
- GPS accuracy may be affected by weather, atmosphere and other obstructions such as buildings and tall trees.
- Certain features not available with non-Samsung Android mobile devices, such as certain AI features including Energy Score insight, and ECG, Sleep Apnea, Do Not Disturb and Bedtime Sync. See to learn more about feature compatibility with non-Samsung Android devices.