Garmin Forerunner 55 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 55 is cheaper by SAR 1,093 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 1,093
  • Charge less often through the week (14 days vs 0.5 days)
  • Larger display size: 1.45 in vs 1.04 in

The deciding difference here: display size and battery life and price.

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

Key differences

  • Display type

    MIPLED
  • Display size

    1.04 in✓ 1.45 in
  • Battery life

    ✓ 14 days0.5 days

Specifications side by side

13 of 13 specs

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Spec
GarminSAR 798
Garmin Forerunner 55 specs
SamsungSAR 1,891
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm specs
Reference priceSAR 798SAR 1,891
Battery life✓ 14 days0.5 days
Built-in GPSYes—
Cellular (LTE/eSIM)No—

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in battery life between the Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm?

Battery life is higher on the Garmin Forerunner 55: 14 days vs 0.5 days on the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in display type between the Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm?

Garmin Forerunner 55: MIP; Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm: LED. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in display size between the Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm?

Display size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) 47mm: 1.45 in vs 1.04 in on the Garmin Forerunner 55. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.