The rugged model in Samsung’s 2022 smartwatch lineup, as well as the main Apple Watch Ultra competitor, is the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro. It has greater durability and battery life than its non-Pro counterpart, as well as several exclusive outdoor-specific features, such as the ability to import cycling and hiking routes for turn-by-turn directions. The five-day battery life of the 5 Pro is unprecedented for feature-rich smartwatches. It’s a little bulky, but its design is far more wearable than Apple’s adventure-focused competitor.
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, on the other hand, has a titanium case and a stronger Sapphire glass over the display. It also includes a much larger battery, with Samsung promising up to 20 hours of battery life in GPS mode, as well as a new charging cable that can charge the watch from zero to 45% in just 30 minutes. It also comes standard with Samsung’s D-buckle band. The lack of a physical bezel is the first thing shoppers will notice. For better or worse, the show does away with this popular feature. The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is available in a single 45mm case size and two colours: Gray Titanium and Black Titanium.
The new straps are also available in only two colours: black and grey. The Galaxy Watch 5 series will go on general sale on August 26. Similarly, if you trade in older eligible Samsung wearables. The Bluetooth-only models are available from Samsung as well as major retailers such as Amazon, Best Buy, and others. The more expensive LTE-compatible watch variants are sold by major US carriers such as Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T.
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is pleasing to the eye beyond the bezel. Both the base and Pro models now have Sapphire Crystal glass lenses covering their gorgeous AMOLED displays, which Samsung claims is 60% stronger than the previous generation’s Gorilla Glass. All models have IP68 and 5ATM water and pressure resistance ratings, as well as a MIL-STD-810G durability rating. As a result, you have a refined statement piece. The Pro is only available in a 45mm case size, which is quite bulky for small wrists.
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is adequate for the basics. The step count is comparable to comparable wearables, and the watch has over 90 sport modes for delving into a more specific activity. Users can also enable auto-detection, which is one of the best in the game for walking.