Smartwatches · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Ultra- Case size:
- 47 mm
- Display type:
- AMOLED
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,687
Samsung Galaxy Ultra vs Garmin Forerunner 170 Music: which one suits you?
The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded, and the Garmin Forerunner 170 Music is cheaper by SAR 78 (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
Samsung Galaxy Ultra if you care about:- Larger display size: 1.5 in vs 1.2 in
- Higher water resistance for swimming and showers (10 ATM vs 5 ATM)
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 78
- Charge less often through the week (10 days vs 0.5 days)
- Lower weight: 40 g vs 500 g
The deciding difference here: display size and battery life and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Smartwatches · Garmin
Garmin Forerunner 170 Music- Display type:
- AMOLED
- Display size:
- 1.2 in
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,609
Key differences
Display size
✓ 1.5 in1.2 inBattery life
0.5 days✓ 10 daysWater resistance
✓ 10 ATM5 ATM
Specifications side by side
15 of 15 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 1,687 | SAR 1,609 |
| Battery life | 0.5 days | ✓ 10 days |
| Cellular (LTE/eSIM) | Yes | — |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | Yes |
| Case size | 47 mm | — |
| Display size | ✓ 1.5 in | 1.2 in |
| Water resistance | ✓ 10 ATM | 5 ATM |
| Case material | Titanium | Type: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) |
| Weight | 500 g | ✓ 40 g |
| Display type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| ECG | Yes | — |
| Heart-rate tracking | — | Yes |
| Contactless payment (NFC) | Yes | — |
| Warranty | 3 years | — |
| Dimensions | — | 4.3 x 4.3 x 1.2 cm |
| App control (Wi-Fi) | Yes | — |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in battery life between the Samsung Galaxy Ultra and the Garmin Forerunner 170 Music?
Battery life is higher on the Garmin Forerunner 170 Music: 10 days vs 0.5 days on the Samsung Galaxy Ultra. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Samsung Galaxy Ultra and the Garmin Forerunner 170 Music?
No difference here: built-in GPS is Yes on both.
What is the difference in water resistance between the Samsung Galaxy Ultra and the Garmin Forerunner 170 Music?
Water resistance is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Ultra: 10 ATM vs 5 ATM on the Garmin Forerunner 170 Music. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in display type between the Samsung Galaxy Ultra and the Garmin Forerunner 170 Music?
No difference here: display type is AMOLED on both.