Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro vs Apple Watch Series 8 (2023)

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When the Apple Watch Ultra came out, everyone naturally compared it to the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, since they were each company’s “flagship” smartwatch. But in reality, it’s not fair to compare the expensive Ultra to the Pro, which was never meant to be a rugged fitness smartwatch in the same way. As a high-end Android watch for regular people rather than athletes, the Watch 5 Pro is most like the Apple Watch Series 8, which is only $20 more expensive than the 45mm model.

So, even though we’ve already compared the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro to the Apple Watch Ultra and the Galaxy Watch 5 to the Apple Watch Series 8, it’s possible that both of those comparisons were wrong, since the Galaxy Watch 5 might be more like the Apple Watch SE because of their prices. If we instead compare the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro to the Apple Watch Series 8, it seems to be a much more even matchup.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro vs Apple Watch Series 8 Comparison Table

	Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro	Apple Watch Series 8
Display Size	_	41mm
RAM	_	1 GB
Weight	1.64 oz (46.5 g)	1.37 oz (38.8 g)
Dimensions	1.79 x 1.79 x 0.41 inches (45.4x 45.4 x 10.5 mm)	1.77 x 1.50 x 0.42 inches (45 x 38 x 10.7 mm)
Battery	_	18 hours

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro vs Apple Watch Series 8: Design and display

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro has a 1.4-inch Sapphire Glass display with 321 pixels per inch (PPI), which is only five PPI less than both Series 8 displays and the same 1,000 nits of brightness. Apple only puts Sapphire Glass on its stainless steel watches that cost $700 or more. If you don’t want to spend that much, you’re stuck with Ion-X glass, which is more like Gorilla Glass when it comes to protecting against scratches and cracks.

In the same way, the Apple Watch Series 8 is made of aluminium, while the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is made of titanium, which is a better, more durable material. Samsung also gave the Pro MIL-STD-810H protection, which includes a raised bezel that makes it less likely that the watch screen will break if you drop it. Apple made the Series 8 resistant to dust and water, but it’s not as well protected as the Apple Watch Pro or Apple Watch Ultra. You can get this smartwatch from its official website.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro vs Apple Watch Series 8: SOFTWARE

Samsung’s watches used to work with iOS, but since it switched to Wear OS 3, the Galaxy Watch 4 and 5 only work with Android. In fact, some of the health sensor information from the watch is only available on a Samsung phone, which is a shame for people who have an Android phone but prefer a different brand. But when Samsung switched to Wear OS, it was able to use all of Google’s apps, like Assistant, Wallet, Home, and Maps.

That’s a huge benefit that even die-hard Apple fans will probably be envious of. At least you can count on the Apple Watch to work with all the Apple apps you know and love. If there is one big plus to watchOS 9, it is the fitness software. Apple has put a lot of effort into this, adding custom workouts that challenge you to keep a certain pace, heart rate, level of effort, or cadence. You can get this watch from its official website.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro vs Apple Watch Series 8: Price & release date

You can pre-order the Apple Watch Series 8 right now, and you can get it on September 16. It comes in 41mm and 45mm sizes, and you can choose between an aluminium or stainless steel case. A GPS watch made of 41mm aluminium starts at $399 or £419 in the UK. They go up to $749/£779 for a 45mm gold version made of stainless steel and connected to cellular networks. Costs can also go up a lot depending on the combination of straps. There are different colour options for each metal, and the stainless steel edition is the only one that comes in graphite and space black.

You can buy the Galaxy Watch 5 right now. It comes in two sizes, 40mm and 44mm. For a 40mm Watch5 with only Wi-Fi, prices start at $280/£269 and go up to $360/£339 for a 44mm Watch5 with 4G connectivity. All models have 16GB of storage built in. For the 40mm watch, you can choose from pink gold, graphite, and silver. For the 44mm watch, you can choose from sapphire, graphite, and silver.

Which one should you buy?

Every time you see a comparison like this, it’s easy to decide “which to buy” because you can only buy one or the other for the phone you already have. If you want something cheaper or more durable and long-lasting, you shouldn’t buy the Apple Watch Series 8.). And the only reason not to buy the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is if you prefer the smaller Galaxy Watch 5, even though it has a shorter battery life by dozens of hours.

But if you just want to know which one is better, it depends on what you want out of a watch. The software on both will last for years, but the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is made of more durable materials and has a battery that will last even if it loses power over time.

The Series 8 is more likely to get scratches and need more charging over time. On the other hand, the Apple Watch Series 8 is without a doubt the more stylish one, while the Apple Watch Pro looks more rugged.

Apple Watch Series 8 pros and cons

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 pros and cons

FAQs

Is Samsung Galaxy Watch better than Apple Watch?

In the same way, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 makes the most sense for Android users because it is built on Wear OS. But price might be even more important. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 is a lot cheaper than the Apple Watch of the same size. Putting everything else aside, it’s a better deal as a smartwatch. 

Can I use Apple Watch 8 with Samsung?

Well, Apple wants you to think that at least. In reality, you don’t need an iPhone to use an Apple Watch. If you have an Android phone, you can still wear an Apple Watch. Here are all the steps you need to take to use your Apple Watch without an iPhone. 

Can you text on a Samsung watch?

Talking while walking has never been easier than with Samsung’s Bluetooth and LTE smart watches. You don’t even have to take your Galaxy phone out of your pocket to use the built-in Messages app to send new messages, read incoming messages, or reply to them.