Smartwatches · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Watch5- Case size:
- 40 mm
- Display type:
- AMOLED
- Reference price:
- SAR 2,519
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 vs Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular): which one suits you?
The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular) is cheaper by SAR 278 (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 if you care about:- Lower weight: 29 g vs 35 g
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 278
- Has built-in GPS; the other doesn't
- Has cellular (LTE/eSIM); the other doesn't
The deciding difference here: built-in GPS and cellular (LTE/eSIM) 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
40 mm42 mmDisplay type
AMOLEDOLEDBuilt-in GPS
No✓ Yes
Specifications side by side
16 of 16 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 2,519 | SAR 2,241 |
| Battery life | — | 1 days |
| Built-in GPS | No | ✓ Yes |
| Cellular (LTE/eSIM) | No | ✓ Yes |
| Bluetooth calls | — | Yes |
| Case size | 40 mm | 42 mm |
| Display type | AMOLED | OLED |
| Case material | — | Titanium |
| Weight | ✓ 29 g | 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 | 3.9 x 4.0 x 1.0 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 cellular (LTE/eSIM) between the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular)?
Samsung Galaxy Watch5: No; Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular): Yes. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in built-in GPS between the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular)?
Samsung Galaxy Watch5: No; Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular): Yes. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in case size between the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular)?
Samsung Galaxy Watch5: 40 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 Watch5 and the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular)?
No difference here: water resistance is 5 ATM on both.