Samsung has expanded its wearable portfolio by introducing the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 globally. The latest smartwatches bring brighter AMOLED displays, Qualcomm’s new 3nm wearable chipset, Wear OS 7, improved health tracking, and enhanced durability. While the Galaxy Watch 9 is designed for everyday users, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is aimed at outdoor enthusiasts with a larger battery and rugged build.
Both smartwatches are available for pre-order starting July 22 in select markets, while official sales will begin on August 7.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 Specifications
- Available in 40mm and 44mm sizes.
- 40mm: 1.34-inch Super AMOLED display (438 × 438 resolution).
- 44mm: 1.47-inch Super AMOLED display (480 × 480 resolution).
- Sapphire Crystal protection.
- Always-On Display with up to 3,000 nits peak brightness.
- Qualcomm SDW6100 3nm Penta-Core processor.
- 2GB RAM.
- 32GB internal storage.
- 40mm model packs a 390mAh battery.
- 44mm model packs a 445mAh battery.
- Supports WPC wireless fast charging.
- Runs Wear OS 7 with One UI 9 Watch.
- Samsung BioActive Sensor.
- Temperature, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyroscope, Geomagnetic, and Light sensors.
- Bluetooth 6.0, LTE, Wi-Fi, NFC, and dual-frequency L1 + L5 GPS.
- 5ATM water resistance.
- IP68 dust and water resistance.
- MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Specifications
- 1.52-inch Super AMOLED display with 498 × 498 resolution.
- Sapphire Crystal protection.
- Always-On Display with up to 5,000 nits peak brightness.
- Qualcomm SDW6100 3nm Penta-Core processor.
- 2GB RAM.
- 64GB internal storage.
- 800mAh battery.
- Supports High-Frequency WPC wireless fast charging.
- Runs Wear OS 7 with One UI 9 Watch.
- Samsung BioActive Sensor.
- Temperature, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyroscope, Geomagnetic, and Light sensors.
- Bluetooth 6.0, LTE, Wi-Fi, NFC, and dual-frequency L1 + L5 GPS.
- 10ATM water resistance.
- IP69K rating.
- MIL-STD-810H certification.
- EN13319 certification for diving.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 Price in India
- 40mm Bluetooth – ₹38,999
- 40mm LTE – ₹43,999
- 44mm Bluetooth – ₹42,999
- 44mm LTE – ₹46,999
Colour options:
- 40mm: Cream, Graphite
- 44mm: Graphite, Silver
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Price in India
- 47mm LTE – ₹64,999
Colour options:
- Titanium Silver
- Titanium Grey
Availability
Samsung has started accepting pre-orders for both smartwatches from July 22 in select markets. The Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 will officially go on sale from August 7.
Galaxy Watch 9 vs Galaxy Watch Ultra 2
Both smartwatches are powered by Qualcomm’s latest 3nm SDW6100 chipset and run Wear OS 7 with One UI 9 Watch. However, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 offers several premium upgrades, including a brighter 5,000-nit display, 64GB storage, a massive 800mAh battery, 10ATM water resistance, IP69K certification, and EN13319 diving certification. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Watch 9 focuses on delivering flagship smartwatch features in a slimmer and lighter design suitable for everyday use.
Final Thoughts
With the launch of the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, Samsung continues to strengthen its premium smartwatch lineup. The Galaxy Watch 9 delivers a balanced mix of performance, health tracking, and smart features, while the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is built for users who need a rugged smartwatch with extended battery life and enhanced durability for outdoor adventures.
If you’re already planning to buy a Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Samsung’s new smartwatches make for a compelling companion thanks to deep Galaxy ecosystem integration.
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