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Galaxy Watch 8 vs Galaxy Watch 8 Classic

The Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy Watch 8 Classic share the same processor and health sensors but differ in design, materials, and navigation. Choose based on your priorities.


Quick Comparison

FeatureGalaxy Watch 8Galaxy Watch 8 Classic
Case MaterialAluminumStainless steel
Sizes40mm, 44mm46mm only
Rotating Bezel❌ Touch/crown✅ Physical bezel
Storage32GB64GB
Price$349-$429$499-$549

Same Features

Both models include identical:

  • Exynos W1000 (3nm) processor
  • 2GB LPDDR5 RAM
  • Wear OS 6 with One UI 8 Watch
  • All health sensors (Antioxidant Index, ECG, BP, body composition)
  • 5ATM + IP68 water resistance
  • Bluetooth, WiFi, GPS, NFC, optional LTE

Design Differences

Galaxy Watch 8: Modern "cushion" squircle design with aluminum construction. Lightweight and contemporary.

Galaxy Watch 8 Classic: Traditional circular design with stainless steel. Features physical rotating bezel with tactile clicks for navigation.


Which to Choose

Choose Galaxy Watch 8 if:

  • You prefer modern, lightweight design
  • Touch navigation works for you
  • Budget matters ($349-$429)
  • You want size options (40mm or 44mm)

Choose Galaxy Watch 8 Classic if:

  • You prefer physical rotating bezel
  • Premium stainless steel appeals to you
  • You need 64GB storage
  • Professional appearance is important
  • Budget allows ($499-$549)

See Also: Galaxy Watch 8 vs 8 Classic Detailed|Galaxy Watch 8 Specifications|Galaxy Watch 8 Price Guide