Garmin Forerunner 265 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch8: which one suits you?

The two differ in 2 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 is cheaper by SAR 197 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Charge less often through the week (15 days vs 0.5 days)
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 197

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 mm40 mm
  • Battery life

    ✓ 15 days0.5 days

Specifications side by side

11 of 11 specs

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Spec
GarminSAR 1,552
Garmin Forerunner 265 specs
SamsungSAR 1,355
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 specs
Reference priceSAR 1,552SAR 1,355
Battery life✓ 15 days0.5 days
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 Watch8?

Battery life is higher on the Garmin Forerunner 265: 15 days vs 0.5 days on the Samsung Galaxy Watch8. 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 Watch8?

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 Watch8?

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 Watch8?

Garmin Forerunner 265: 46 mm; Samsung Galaxy Watch8: 40 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.