Garmin Forerunner 55 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm: which one suits you?

The two differ in 2 of the specs we have recorded, and the Garmin Forerunner 55 is cheaper by SAR 236 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 236
  • Larger display size: 1.5 in vs 1.04 in

The deciding difference here: display size and price.

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

Key differences

  • Display type

    MIPSuper AMOLED
  • Display size

    1.04 in✓ 1.5 in

Specifications side by side

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Spec
GarminSAR 798
Garmin Forerunner 55 specs
SamsungSAR 1,034
Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm specs
Reference priceSAR 798SAR 1,034
Battery life14 days—
Phone compatibility—Android
Built-in GPSYesYes
Cellular (LTE/eSIM)NoNo

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in cellular (LTE/eSIM) between the Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm?

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

What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm?

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

What is the difference in display type between the Garmin Forerunner 55 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm?

Garmin Forerunner 55: MIP; Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm: Super AMOLED. 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 Watch7 44mm?

Display size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Watch7 44mm: 1.5 in vs 1.04 in on the Garmin Forerunner 55. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.