Detailed comparison and review of Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) and Samsung Galaxy Watch5. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.
GENERAL | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | WatchOS 5 | Wear OS by Samsung |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS | Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | Microphone | Microphone |
Audio Output | Speaker | Speaker |
Width | 34 mm | 40.4 mm |
Height | 40 mm | 39.3 mm |
Depth | 10.7 mm | 9.8 mm |
Weight | 30.1 g | 28.7 g |
Body Material | Anodised aluminium | Armor aluminium |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, bioimpedance sensor, temperature, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, BioActive sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, UV index, Air Quality index | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature, blood oxygen saturation, body composition, ECG, REM phases, sleep quality score |
Modes | - | 90+ exercise modes |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, listening to music, Retina Display technology, call alerts, automatic exercise recognition, Fall detection, Emergency SOS | Reminder of hydration, snoring detection, Body composition measurement tool, Sleep Coaching, Better Sleep, Samsung Smart Switch |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Digital Player | - | MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR, M4A, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | Yes |
IoT Platform | - | SmartThings |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | Siri | Google Assistant, Bixby |
CONNECTIVITY | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 | NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) |
DISPLAY | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Type | LTPO OLED - colour | Super AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 324 x 394 pixels | 396 x 396 pixels |
Screen Size | - | 1.2" |
Aspect Ratio | - | Full circle |
Pixel Density | - | 330 ppi |
Colour Depth | - | 24-bit (16.7 million colours) |
Screen Protection | Ion-X glass | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen (Force Touch) | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Case Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
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Crystal Type | - | Sapphire crystal |
Case Shape | - | Round |
Case Back | All ceramic and sapphire crystal back | - |
Case Details | Silver aluminium | Space grey aluminium | Gold aluminium | Graphite | Pink gold | Silver |
Crown Type | Digital with haptic feedback | - |
BAND | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Band Type | Sport band | Sport band |
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Fits Wrist with Circumference | 130-200 mm | - |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Pin-and-tuck | Buckle |
Band Material | Fluoroelastomer | - |
Band Colour | White | Seashell | Black | Pink sand | Graphite | Pink gold | Purple |
STORAGE | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
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User Memory | - | 7.5 GB |
RAM | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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RAM Size | - | 1.5 GB |
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CPU | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Manufacturer | Apple | Samsung |
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CPU Type | S4 | Exynos W920 |
Clock Speed | - | 1.18 GHz |
Features | W3 Apple wireless chip | - |
BATTERY | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Capacity | - | 284 mAh |
Battery Life | 18 hours | 40 hours |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
Wireless Charging Standards | - | WPC, Wireless PowerShare |
MISCELLANEOUS | Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS) | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, magnetic charging cable | Wireless charging dock |
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Preloaded Software | - | Deezer, Google Maps, YouTube Music, SoundCloud |
Compliant Standards | - | IP68, MIL-STD 810H |
SAR Value | - | 0.696 W/kg (limb), 0.275 W/kg (head) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Manufacturer Model Number | - | SM-R900 |
Warranty | - | 2-year warranty |