Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (2024, listed at $299) and Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2024, listed at $649) are both smartwatches, so the choice comes down to specifics.
Specs last updated · prices are list prices
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7
The flagship Wear OS smartwatch for Android — body composition, sleep coaching and dual-frequency GPS.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Samsung's adventure flagship — titanium case, 100m water resistance, dual-frequency GPS.
The verdict
On the numbers we track, Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 wins on weight (34 g vs 60 g) and price ($299 vs $649); Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra wins on battery life (2.5 days vs 1.5 days), tracked features (8 vs 7) and water rating (10ATM vs 5ATM).
Bottom line: on raw specs the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra leads 3 to 2, but five spec categories are only a starting point. Match it to your phone, your main sport and your budget before you decide, or run the free quiz to see how each ranks for your answers.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Battery (rated) | 1.5 days | 2.5 days |
| Weight | 34 g | 60 g |
| List price | $299 | $649 |
| Water rating | 5ATM | 10ATM |
| Tracked features | 7 | 8 |
| Case size | 44 mm | 47 mm |
| Display | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Works with | Android only | Android only |
| Listed best for | everyday wellness, health tracking, gym and strength work and running | multisport and triathlon, outdoor adventure and running |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 |
Trophy marks the better value on the five measurable specs. Battery is the manufacturer's rating, not our test. How we score is on the methodology page.
Feature overlap
Both have (7)
- built-in GPS
- ECG
- blood-oxygen (SpO₂)
- on-device music
- contactless payments
- AMOLED display
- swim tracking
Only Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (0)
Nothing unique.
Only Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (1)
- LTE / cellular
Which one should you pick?
Pick the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 if…
- You want to spend less: it lists for $350 less.
- You want a lighter watch: 34 g vs 60 g.
- Your main use is everyday wellness, health tracking and gym and strength work: it is listed for that and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is not.
Skip it if…
- • You use an iPhone — it needs an Android phone for full features.
- • You do not want to charge often — it is rated for about 1.5 days per charge.
Pick the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra if…
- You want fewer charges: about 2.5 days per charge vs 1.5 days.
- You need LTE / cellular, which the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 does not list.
- Your main use is multisport and triathlon and outdoor adventure: it is listed for that and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is not.
- You swim or paddle: 10ATM vs 5ATM.
Skip it if…
- • You use an iPhone — it needs an Android phone for full features.
- • You have a small wrist (under about 160 mm) — the 47 mm case we list is large (check whether a smaller size is sold).
- • You are watching your budget — the list price is $649.
Frequently asked questions
Which has better battery life, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 or the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra has the longer rated battery life: about 2.5 days per charge against 1.5 days. These are manufacturer ratings; heavy GPS, always-on display and cellular use will cut both.
Which is cheaper, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 or the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 has the lower list price: $299 against $649 in our database. List prices change often, so check Amazon for today's price.
Do the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra work with iPhone and Android?
Yes, they have the same phone support: Android only.
Which is better for swimming, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 or the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: 5ATM is suitable for showering and pool swimming, but not for high-speed water sports or diving. Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra: 10ATM is suitable for swimming and surface water sports. It is not a dive rating unless the maker says so.
Not sure either is right for you?
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