Garmin Forerunner 265 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm: which one suits you?

The two differ in 4 of the specs we have recorded, and the Garmin Forerunner 265 is cheaper by SAR 397 (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 397
  • Charge less often through the week (15 days vs 1.7 days)
  • Lower weight: 34 g vs 39 g · slight difference

The deciding difference here: battery life and price.

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

Key differences

  • Case size

    46 mm44 mm
  • Display size

    1.4 in1.47 in
  • Battery life

    ✓ 15 days1.7 days

Specifications side by side

19 of 19 specs

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Spec
GarminSAR 1,552
Garmin Forerunner 265 specs
SamsungSAR 1,949
Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm specs
Reference priceSAR 1,552SAR 1,949
Battery life✓ 15 days1.7 days
Bluetooth calls—Yes
Phone compatibility—Android
Built-in GPSYesYes
Cellular (LTE/eSIM)YesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm?

Battery life is higher on the Garmin Forerunner 265: 15 days vs 1.7 days on the Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in cellular (LTE/eSIM) between the Garmin Forerunner 265 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm?

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 Watch7 44mm?

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 Watch7 44mm?

Garmin Forerunner 265: 46 mm; Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm: 44 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.