The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 features a new skin-temperature sensor, a display that is more resistant to scratches, and a longer-lasting battery. It is the most advanced model of Samsung’s smartwatch to date. Everything about the Galaxy Watch 5, from its compatibility for third-party apps to its fitness capabilities, is impressive. The primary disadvantage is the one-day battery life, so if you don’t want to charge your device every night, consider the Pro or a less intelligent choice.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 continues the history of the first Samsung Galaxy watches while refining the formula. Starting with the obvious, the Galaxy Watch 5 does not have a rotating bezel, just as the Galaxy Watch 4 did not. There are two customizable hard-press buttons on the dial. They complement the design effectively. The matching straps are also matte blue in color. The Galaxy Watch 5 has a frame made of armoured aluminium that provides protection against drops and scratches.
However, as is the case with the majority of smartwatches, it will acquire micro scratches if worn nonstop. The watch is also IP68 certified, making it water resistant to a depth of 50 metres. Samsung has managed to keep the Galaxy Watch 5’s weight at a modest 35 grams despite all these protective measures. The dial is lightweight and sits pleasantly on the wrist, allowing you to exercise without restriction.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 runs One UI Watch 4.5 on top of Google Wear OS 3.5, making it one of the best Android smartwatches currently available. A couple hundred native apps are accessible on the Play Store, and the interface is incredibly intuitive and user-friendly. Even if a certain app is unavailable as a companion app, you can still view notifications and respond with basic responses. Now, the ubiquitous Samsung Health app serves as the central centre for all wellness- and fitness-related features. However, many capabilities, such as the ECG and blood pressure tracking, are limited to Samsung’s Heart Monitor app, which is only available on Samsung phones.
The Galaxy Watch 5 has 16GB of native storage, of which you can use around 9GB once the device is operational. That’s a lot of room for apps, watch faces, photographs, and audio files, so there’s no reason to complain. The Galaxy Watch 5’s battery is 15% larger than that of the Galaxy Watch 4, boasting a battery life of up to 50 hours. That’s almost 10 hours more than previously, and .The Galaxy Watch 5 lasted more than two days on a full charge before entering a low-power, time-only mode.