Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is better
- Peak Brightness: 1750 nits vs 1000 nits(1.8× more)
- Screen Size: 47mm vs 45mm(higher)
Why Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is better
- Battery Life (Typical): 80 hours vs 30 hours(2.7× more)
- Battery Life (GPS): 20 hours vs 8 hours(2.5× more)
- Weight: 46.5g vs 59g(27% less)
Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic leads outright in 4 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic | Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 47mm● | 45mm |
| Display Type | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Peak Brightness | 1750 nits● | 1000 nits |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Life (Typical) | 30 hours | 80 hours● |
| Battery Life (GPS) | 8 hours | 20 hours● |
| Charging Time | 0-45% in 30 min | 0-45% in 30 min |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| Heart Rate Sensor | Optical BioActive | Optical BioActive |
| SpO2 Sensor | Yes | Yes |
| ECG | Yes | Yes |
| Build & Durability | ||
| Case Material | Stainless Steel | Titanium |
| Water Resistance | 50m | 50m |
| Weight | 59g | 46.5g● |