Detailed comparison and review of Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 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 | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | Tizen OS 5.5 | Wear OS by Samsung |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS 9 or later, Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later | Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | Microphone | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 41 mm | 40.4 mm |
Height | 42.5 mm | 39.3 mm |
Depth | 11.3 mm | 9.8 mm |
Weight | 48.2 g | 28.7 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel | Armor aluminium |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, 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, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood pressure | 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, find phone function, VO2 max, automatic exercise recognition, Fall detection, Wireless PowerShare support | Reminder of hydration, snoring detection, Body composition measurement tool, Sleep Coaching, Better Sleep, Samsung Smart Switch |
Notifications | SMS, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Digital Player | MP3, WMA, WAV, AAC, AMR, MP4, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA | MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR, M4A, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Platform | - | SmartThings |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Bixby |
CONNECTIVITY | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, 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) | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) |
DISPLAY | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Type | Super AMOLED - colour | Super AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 360 x 360 pixels | 396 x 396 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.2" |
Aspect Ratio | Full circle | Full circle |
Pixel Density | - | 330 ppi |
Colour Depth | - | 24-bit (16.7 million colours) |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | Yes | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen, rotating bezel | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Case Size | 41 mm | 40 mm |
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Crystal Type | - | Sapphire crystal |
Case Shape | Round | Round |
Case Details | Mystic bronze | Mystic silver | Graphite | Pink gold | Silver |
BAND | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Band Type | Band | Sport band |
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Band Width | 20 mm | - |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Leather | - |
Band Colour | - | Graphite | Pink gold | Purple |
STORAGE | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Storage Capacity | 8 GB | 16 GB |
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User Memory | 4.3 GB | 7.5 GB |
RAM | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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RAM Size | 1 GB | 1.5 GB |
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CPU | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
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CPU Type | Exynos 9110 | Exynos W920 |
Clock Speed | 1.15 GHz | 1.18 GHz |
BATTERY | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Capacity | 247 mAh | 284 mAh |
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Battery Life | 120 hours | 40 hours |
Battery Life Details | Typical usage - up to 43 hour(s) Low usage - up to 120 hour(s) |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging Standards | WPC | WPC, Wireless PowerShare |
MISCELLANEOUS | Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Included Accessories | Wireless charging dock | Wireless charging dock |
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Preloaded Software | - | Deezer, Google Maps, YouTube Music, SoundCloud |
Compliant Standards | MIL-STD 810G, IP68 | IP68, MIL-STD 810H |
SAR Value | 0.209 W/kg (head), 0.294 W/kg (limb) | 0.696 W/kg (limb), 0.275 W/kg (head) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Manufacturer Model Number | SM-R850 | SM-R900 |
Warranty | 2-year warranty | 2-year warranty |