Samsung has thrown its hat back into the premium smartwatch ring with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Series, unveiled in July 2025. This is not merely a spec sort of bump; it is the rethinking of what a smartwatch can be in terms of AI-powered health functionality, better durability, and fluid handling. Whether you’re a gym regular, a weekend hiker, or just love a clean design on your wrist, there’s a Galaxy Watch 8 for you.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Series Lineup: Three Models, Three Lifestyles
This year, Samsung’s giving users a bit more choice:
Galaxy Watch 8: Thin and lightweight and suitable to wear every day
Galaxy Watch 8 Classic: Mechanical rotating bezel timepiece classic design
Galaxy Watch Ultra: Built like a tank, tailored for the adventurer and outdoor enthusiast.
Each model is designed with a specific user in mind, whether you care more about aesthetics, control, or endurance.
Sizes and Colours
| Model | Sizes | Color options |
| Galaxy Watch 8 | 40mm, 44mm | Graphite, Silver |
| Galaxy Watch 8 Classic | 46mm | Black, White |
| Galaxy Watch Ultra | 47mm | Titanium Blue |
The Watch 8 and Classic are targeted at simpler and classicists, whereas the Ultra is somewhat rugged with a titanium body and a massive size.
Sleeker Design, Brighter Display
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Series watches are now thinner, lighter and comfortable. The new Cushion Design and Dynamic Lug System ensures that the Watch 8 is 11 per cent slimmer than its predecessor, making it sit more comfortably on your wrist.
All models feature:
Super AMOLED screens that brighten to 3,000 nits
Sapphire Crystal glass for added durability
Always-On Display (AOD) so that your information can remain visible without the need to tap
You will be able to see what you need, when you need it, no matter whether you are out in the sun or you are in bed.
Performance and Internals
The Galaxy Watch 8 series is powered by the Exynos W1000, on which Samsung has thrived with a 3nm processor in smart watches.
It’s faster, more efficient, and makes transitions feel fluid.
Memory and Storage:
- Watch 8: 2GB RAM + 32GB storage
- Watch 8 Classic & Ultra: 2GB RAM + 64GB storage
Battery Sizes:
- Watch 8 (40mm): 325mAh
- Watch 8 (44mm): 435mAh
- Watch 8 Classic: 445mAh
- Watch Ultra: Larger (undisclosed) but designed for extended use
Every watch is powered by One UI 8 Watch, which is an improvement of Wear OS 6, with a tighter integration of Google, and a Samsung style added to it.
Health and Fitness: Now with AI Insight
The Galaxy Watch 8 series takes health tracking up a notch with AI-driven metrics and real-time analysis:
- AI Energy Score: Informed you about the readiness of your body for the day
- Antioxidant Index: What it does is that it measures the level of carotenoid only in 5 seconds, and this will help in healthy ageing.
- Vascular Load Tracking: Aids in the measurement of blood flow and stress
- Sleep Features: The latest feature has Circadian Rhythm analysis, Bedtime Guidance, and improved Sleep Coaching
- Running Coach 7: Provides real-time coaching and training advice depending on the progress
- Together Mode: Use it to compete with your friends or family on your fitness goals.
Plus, you get the expected suite of sensors:
- Heart Rate
- ECG
- SpO2
- Body Composition
- Dual-FM GPS
- Identification of the fall and alarm of stress
The Ultra model goes a step higher by offering water resistance of 10ATM, durability of MIL-STD-810H, and dedicated outdoor modes, such as hiking, altitude steaming and deep diving.
Smarter Than Ever: Gemini AI Built-In
Your watch becomes smart this year. The experience is baked in with the Gemini assistant (which it created with Google):
- Hands-free voice controls
- Context-aware suggestions
- Seamless multitasking (even when your hands are full)
No matter what you need to do whether it is to reply to a text, check out the weather, or log a workout, Gemini has you covered.
Global Pricing: U.S and India
| Model | Price |
| Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm, BT) | ₹32,999 ($310) |
| Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm, LTE) | ₹36,999 ($345) |
| Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm, BT) | ₹35,999 ($335) |
| Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm, LTE) | ₹39,999 ($370) |
| Galaxy Watch 8 Classic (46mm, BT) | ₹46,999 ($430) |
| Galaxy Watch 8 Classic (46mm, LTE) | ₹50,999 ($465) |
Note: US pricing is speculative and may fluctuate a little depending on location and store.
India Pre-orders available:
- Up to a Cashback of 8000.00 rupees
- Upgrade bonus for older devices
- EMI plans begin as low as 3,000 rupees/month
Selling started July 25, 2025, in Samsung stores, online stores, and in the stores of partners.
What Sets Each Model Apart?
| Feature | Watch 8 | Watch 8 Classic | Watch Ultra |
| Sizes | 40mm, 44mm | 46mm | 47mm |
| Display | AMOLED, 3,000 nits | AMOLED, 3,000 nits | AMOLED, 3,000 nits |
| Storage | 32GB | 64GB | 64GB |
| Rotating Bezel | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Rugged Features | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ (Titanium, MIL-STD) |
| Water Resistance | 5ATM/IP68 | 5ATM/IP68 | 10ATM + Shockproof |
| Special Features | AI Health, Gemini | AI + Rotating Bezel | Outdoor Modes, Rugged |
Final Take
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Series is not a simple update. It is an intelligent step towards fitness tracking, artificial intelligence, and interface. You prefer class, something you know, or something that can make it up a mountaintop, Samsung has your wrist ready.
This year’s watches don’t just track your body, they understand it. And with Gemini, they might just understand you, too.
