Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series launched in India on July 9, 2025, during the Galaxy Unpacked event and watch is available for sale on company website and some online platforms. Watch introducing advanced Galaxy AI features, a 3nm Exynos processor, and Wear OS 6 for seamless health tracking and productivity.
- 1.34-inch Super AMOLED Display
- Curved Edges Cushion Design
- 40 Hours Heavy Use Battery
- Health and Fitness Features
- Connectivity Features
- IP68 Water Resistance
- Dynamic Lug System Straps
- Price
1.34-inch Super AMOLED Display
The Galaxy Watch 8 available in two variant – 4.0cm (1.34-inch Super AMOLED, 438×438 resolution) and 4.4cm (1.47-inch, 480×480) sizes. Both watches displays hit 3,000 nits peak brightness with sapphire crystal glass and always-on support for clear visibility outdoors.
Curved Edges Cushion Design
The Galaxy Watch 8 sports a premium squircle “Cushion Design” with curved edges for all-day comfort, crafted from Armor Aluminum with MIL-STD-810H certification, 5ATM, and IP68 ratings.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 dimensions for 4.0cm model measures 40.4 x 42.7 x 8.6 mm, while the 4.4cm is 46.0 x 43.7 x 8.6 mm.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 weighs 30g for the 4.0cm model (without strap) and 34g for the 4.4cm model, making both lightweight for all-day wear despite Armor Aluminum builds and sapphire glass.
40 Hours Heavy Use Battery
The 4.0cm has 325mAh battery while 4.4cm comes with 435mAh battery which delivers up to 40 hours with heavy use, extending to 2-3 days in power-saving mode. Wireless charging puck fills 50% in 80 minutes; reverse charging from Galaxy phones adds convenience. Real-world tests confirm 30+ hours with AOD, GPS tracking, and notifications active.
Health and Fitness Features
Galaxy AI elevates wellness with Daily Energy Score (aggregating sleep, activity, and heart rate), advanced sleep coaching (including apnea detection FDA-cleared for ages 18+), and AI Running Coach for form analysis and injury prevention.
BioActive Sensor tracks ECG, blood pressure (calibration needed), SpO2, body composition via BIA, skin temperature, and irregular heart rhythms, supporting 100+ sports modes with auto-detection for running, cycling, and swimming.
Fall detection and SOS via LTE enhance safety for solo runners or elderly users in India. Sleep insights now include posture alerts and snoring detection, integrating with Samsung Health for personalized recommendations.
Connectivity Features
Galaxy Watch 8 is powered by the efficient Exynos W1000 (3nm), 2GB RAM, and 32GB storage. The Watch 8 handles multitasking smoothly on One UI 8 Watch based on Wear OS 6, with Samsung promising 4 OS upgrades and 5 years of security patches.
Connectivity features Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi, dual-band GPS, NFC for Google Pay, and optional LTE for independent calls and streaming.
Battery optimization shines with ~30-40 hours on a charge, even with AOD and GPS workouts.
IP68 Water Resistance
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 features 5ATM that withstands static water pressure equivalent to 50m depth, suitable for swimming, snorkeling, and surface water sports—but not scuba diving or high-velocity waters like rapids.
The IP68 rating suitable for dust-tight and survives 1.5m freshwater submersion for 30 minutes; real-world tests confirm handling showers, rain, and pool laps.
Dynamic Lug System Straps
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 straps feature Samsung’s quick-release Dynamic Lug System for easy swaps on 4.0cm (20mm width) and 4.4cm (22mm width) models.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 comes in two primary colors: Graphite and Silver
Price
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is priced at ₹32,999 for the 4.0cm Bluetooth variant, while it is priced at ₹36,999 for LTE models. The larger size of 4.4cm is priced at ₹35,999 for Bluetooth variant and at ₹39,999 for LTE models. Prices may vary depending on seller and market promotions.