Samsung Galaxy Watch 8
Galaxy AI on the wrist — antioxidant index, vascular load, brighter 3,000-nit AMOLED.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (2025) is a smartwatch with a list price of $329 in our database. It is rated for about 1.7 days per charge, weighs 34 g with a 44 mm case and an AMOLED display, and includes built-in GPS, ECG, blood-oxygen (SpO₂), on-device music, contactless payments and swim tracking. It works with Android only.
Specs last updated
Specifications
What it is good at
- Light on the wrist: 34 g, lighter than 79% of the smartwatches in our database.
- Bright, vivid AMOLED display.
Best for
Features
Who should skip it
- You use an iPhone — it needs an Android phone for full features.
- You do not want to charge often — it is rated for about 1.7 days per charge.
Where it ranks #1 in our quiz
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is the top pick for these standard profiles. Each page shows the full scoring breakdown.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 battery last?
The manufacturer rates it at about 1.7 days per charge. Always-on display, constant GPS and cellular use shorten that. Among the 30 smartwatches in our database it beats about 29% on rated battery life.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 work with iPhone and Android?
It works with Android only. It does not pair fully with an iPhone.
Can I swim with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8?
5ATM is suitable for showering and pool swimming, but not for high-speed water sports or diving. It also has a swim-tracking mode.
How much does the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 cost?
Our database lists $329 (May 2026). That is a list price, not today's price, so check the Amazon listing before you buy.
Who should not buy the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8?
It is a poor fit if any of these apply. You use an iPhone — it needs an Android phone for full features. You do not want to charge often — it is rated for about 1.7 days per charge.