Garmin Forerunner 265 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch6 40mm: which one suits you?

The two differ in 4 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 40mm is cheaper by SAR 760 (prices checked 7 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Has cellular (LTE/eSIM); the other doesn't
  • Larger display size: 1.4 in vs 1.3 in · slight difference
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 760

The deciding difference here: cellular (LTE/eSIM) and price.

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

Key differences

  • Case size

    46 mm40 mm
  • Display size

    ✓ 1.4 in1.3 in
  • Cellular (LTE/eSIM)

    ✓ YesNo

Specifications side by side

15 of 15 specs

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Spec
GarminSAR 1,552
Garmin Forerunner 265 specs
SamsungSAR 792
Samsung Galaxy Watch6 40mm specs
Reference priceSAR 1,552SAR 792
Battery life15 days—
Built-in GPSYes—
Cellular (LTE/eSIM)✓ YesNo
Phone compatibility—Android

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in cellular (LTE/eSIM) between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 40mm?

Garmin Forerunner 265: Yes; Samsung Galaxy Watch6 40mm: No. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in case size between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 40mm?

Garmin Forerunner 265: 46 mm; Samsung Galaxy Watch6 40mm: 40 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.

What is the difference in display type between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 40mm?

No difference here: display type is AMOLED on both.

What is the difference in display size between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 40mm?

Display size is higher on the Garmin Forerunner 265: 1.4 in vs 1.3 in on the Samsung Galaxy Watch6 40mm. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.