Garmin Forerunner 265 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm: which one suits you?

The two differ in 3 of the specs we have recorded, and the Garmin Forerunner 265 is cheaper by SAR 200 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 200
  • Higher water resistance for swimming and showers (10 ATM vs 5 ATM)

The deciding difference here: water resistance and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Case size

    46 mm47 mm
  • Water resistance

    5 ATM✓ 10 ATM
  • Case material

    Type: Stainless SteelTitanium

Specifications side by side

16 of 16 specs

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Spec
GarminSAR 1,552
Garmin Forerunner 265 specs
SamsungSAR 1,752
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm specs
Reference priceSAR 1,552SAR 1,752
Battery life15 days—
Phone compatibility—Android
Built-in GPSYesYes
Cellular (LTE/eSIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in cellular (LTE/eSIM) between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm?

No difference here: cellular (LTE/eSIM) is Yes on both.

What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm?

No difference here: built-in GPS is Yes on both.

What is the difference in case size between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm?

Garmin Forerunner 265: 46 mm; Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm: 47 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.

What is the difference in water resistance between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm?

Water resistance is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm: 10 ATM vs 5 ATM on the Garmin Forerunner 265. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.