Samsung is set to unveil its latest Galaxy Watch 8 series at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9, 2025, in Brooklyn, New York. The new lineup includes the Galaxy Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic, and the Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025), each offering significant upgrades and design refinements over their predecessors.
Galaxy Watch 8 Series Design and Display
- Galaxy Watch 8 comes in two sizes: 40mm with a 1.34-inch sAMOLED display (438×438 pixels) and 44mm with a 1.47-inch sAMOLED display (480×480 pixels), both featuring 327ppi and up to 3000 nits peak brightness. It uses Aluminum Armor with Sapphire Glass.
- Watch 8 Classic has a 46mm dial with a 1.34-inch sAMOLED screen (438×438 pixels), also 327ppi and 3000 nits brightness, crafted from stainless steel with Sapphire glass. It also features the iconic rotating dial.
- Watch Ultra (2025) retains the previous model’s 1.47-inch sAMOLED display (480×480 pixels) with 327ppi and 3000 nits brightness, made from titanium and sapphire glass, and introduces a new blue bezel and matching Marine strap as a fresh color option.
Galaxy Watch 8 Series Performance and Features
All three models are powered by the 3nm Exynos W1000 5-core chipset, with 2GB RAM. Storage varies: the base Watch 8 has 32GB, while the Classic and Ultra models offer 64GB. They run on One UI 8.0 Watch and include a comprehensive sensor suite: accelerometer, altimeter, gyroscope, light sensor, geomagnetic sensor, PPG (Photo-Plethysmographic), ECG, and BIA sensors for advanced health monitoring.
Battery and Dimensions
- Watch 8 batteries range from 325mAh (40mm) to 435mAh (44mm).
- Watch 8 Classic has a 445mAh battery.
- Watch Ultra (2025) features a larger 590mAh battery.
Dimensions and weight vary accordingly, with the Ultra being the largest and heaviest model.
Pricing (Europe)
The Galaxy Watch 8 series sees a price increase of approximately €50-60 compared to last year, while the Watch Ultra (2025) maintains its previous pricing:
| Model | Size | Connectivity | Price (EUR) | Approx. USD | Approx. INR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Watch 8 | 40mm | Bluetooth | €379.99 | $447 | ₹38,195 |
| Galaxy Watch 8 | 40mm | Bluetooth + 4G | €429.99 | $506 | ₹43,220 |
| Galaxy Watch 8 | 44mm | Bluetooth | €409.99 | $482 | ₹41,210 |
| Galaxy Watch 8 | 44mm | Bluetooth + 4G | €459.99 | $541 | ₹46,235 |
| Galaxy Watch 8 Classic | 46mm | Bluetooth | €529.99 | $624 | ₹53,270 |
| Galaxy Watch 8 Classic | 46mm | Bluetooth + 4G | €579.99 | $683 | ₹58,295 |
| Galaxy Watch 8 Classic | 47mm | Bluetooth + 4G | €699.99 | $824 | ₹70,360 |
| Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) | 47mm | Bluetooth + 4G | €699.99 | $824 | ₹70,360 |
The Watch Ultra remains the most premium and expensive model in the lineup.
Additional Details
- The Watch 8 comes with a silicone sports band.
- The Watch 8 Classic features a premium hybrid strap (part leather, part silicone/rubber).
- The Watch Ultra includes an extreme sport bracelet, similar to last year but now available in a new blue color.
Launch Event and Availability
Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event will be live-streamed on July 9, 2025, starting at 10 a.m. ET (7:30 p.m. IST). The event will be accessible via Samsung’s official website and YouTube channel. Pre-orders for the Galaxy Watch 8 series and other devices are already open, with an expected release date around July 23, 2025.
This new lineup continues Samsung’s push for premium smartwatches with enhanced health features, improved displays, and more robust materials, catering to a wide range of users from casual to extreme sports enthusiasts.