Smartwatches · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 44mm- Case size:
- 44 mm
- Display size:
- 1.73 in
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,359
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 44mm vs Garmin Instinct 3: which one suits you?
The two differ in 2 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 44mm is cheaper by SAR 296 (prices checked 6 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 296
- Larger display size: 1.73 in vs 1.2 in
Choose the
Garmin Instinct 3 if you care about:- No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
The deciding difference here: display size and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Smartwatches · Garmin
Garmin Instinct 3- Case size:
- 45 mm
- Display type:
- AMOLED
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,655
Key differences
Case size
44 mm45 mmDisplay size
✓ 1.73 in1.2 in
Specifications side by side
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 1,359 | SAR 1,655 |
| Battery life | — | 18 days |
| Cellular (LTE/eSIM) | No | — |
| Phone compatibility | Android | — |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | Yes |
| Case size | 44 mm | 45 mm |
| Display type | — | AMOLED |
| Display size | ✓ 1.73 in | 1.2 in |
| Water resistance | — | 10 ATM |
| Weight | — | 53 g |
| Heart-rate tracking | — | Yes |
| Blood oxygen (SpO2) | — | Yes |
| Contactless payment (NFC) | — | Yes |
| Release year | — | 2025 |
| Dimensions | — | 4.5 × 4.5 × 1.49 cm |
| App control (Wi-Fi) | — | Yes |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 44mm and the Garmin Instinct 3?
No difference here: built-in GPS is Yes on both.
What is the difference in case size between the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 44mm and the Garmin Instinct 3?
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 44mm: 44 mm; Garmin Instinct 3: 45 mm. A higher value is not necessarily better for you.
What is the difference in display size between the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 44mm and the Garmin Instinct 3?
Display size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 44mm: 1.73 in vs 1.2 in on the Garmin Instinct 3. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.