Smartwatches · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic- Case size:
- 46 mm
- Display type:
- AMOLED
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,621
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular): which one suits you?
The two differ in 4 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is cheaper by SAR 620 (prices checked 4 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 620
- Charge less often through the week (1.3 days vs 1 days)
- No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
The deciding difference here: battery life and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Smartwatches · Apple
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular)- Case size:
- 42 mm
- Display type:
- OLED
- Reference price:
- SAR 2,241
Key differences
Case size
46 mm42 mmDisplay type
AMOLEDOLEDBattery life
✓ 1.3 days1 days
Specifications side by side
18 of 18 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 1,621 | SAR 2,241 |
| Battery life | ✓ 1.3 days | 1 days |
| Cellular (LTE/eSIM) | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth calls | — | Yes |
| Phone compatibility | Android | — |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | Yes |
| Case size | 46 mm | 42 mm |
| Display type | AMOLED | OLED |
| Display size | 1.35 in | — |
| Case material | — | Titanium |
| Weight | — | 35 g |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| Blood oxygen (SpO2) | — | Yes |
| ECG | Yes | Yes |
| Heart-rate tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Contactless payment (NFC) | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 15.2×10.2×10.2 cm | 4.2 x 3.6 x 0.97 cm |
| dust resistance rating | — | IP6X |
| App control (Wi-Fi) | Yes | Yes |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in battery life between the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular)?
Battery life is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic: 1.3 days vs 1 days on the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular). If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular)?
No difference here: built-in GPS is Yes on both.
What is the difference in case size between the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular)?
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic: 46 mm; Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular): 42 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.
What is the difference in water resistance between the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular)?
No difference here: water resistance is 5 ATM on both.