Smartwatches · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic 46mm- Case size:
- 46 mm
- Display type:
- Super AMOLED
- Reference price:
- SAR 1,849
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic 46mm vs Garmin Venu X1: which one suits you?
The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic 46mm is cheaper by SAR 1,094 (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 1,094
Choose the
Garmin Venu X1 if you care about:- Larger display size: 2 in vs 1.3 in
- Charge less often through the week (8 days vs 1.67 days)
- Has cellular (LTE/eSIM); the other doesn't
The deciding difference here: display size and battery life and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Key differences
Display type
Super AMOLEDAMOLEDDisplay size
1.3 in✓ 2 inBattery life
1.67 days✓ 8 days
Specifications side by side
19 of 19 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 1,849 | SAR 2,943 |
| Battery life | 1.67 days | ✓ 8 days |
| Cellular (LTE/eSIM) | No | ✓ Yes |
| Phone compatibility | Android | — |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth calls | Yes | Yes |
| Display type | Super AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Display size | 1.3 in | ✓ 2 in |
| Case material | Stainless steel | — |
| Weight | 64 g | ✓ 40 g |
| Case size | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Water resistance | 5 ATM | 5 ATM |
| ECG | Yes | — |
| Heart-rate tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Blood oxygen (SpO2) | Yes | Yes |
| Contactless payment (NFC) | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 4.60 × 4.64 × 1.06 cm | 4.1 × 4.6 × 0.79 cm |
| dust resistance rating | IP68 | — |
| Release year | 2025 | 2025 |
| App control (Wi-Fi) | Yes | Yes |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in battery life between the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic 46mm and the Garmin Venu X1?
Battery life is higher on the Garmin Venu X1: 8 days vs 1.67 days on the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic 46mm. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in bluetooth calls between the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic 46mm and the Garmin Venu X1?
No difference here: bluetooth calls is Yes on both.
What is the difference in cellular (LTE/eSIM) between the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic 46mm and the Garmin Venu X1?
Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic 46mm: No; Garmin Venu X1: 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 Watch8 Classic 46mm and the Garmin Venu X1?
No difference here: built-in GPS is Yes on both.