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Series

Apple Watch1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker names the product Apple Watch Series 8 in the Apple Watch line.

Galaxy Watch1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Samsung names the product Galaxy Watch6 Classic in the Galaxy Watch line.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

A2770, A2771, A2772, A2773, A2774, A27752Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108056Read 10 October 2026Identify your Apple Watch: Series 8 GPS 41 mm A2770 and 45 mm A2771. GPS + Cellular aluminum and stainless steel 41 mm A2772 North America, A2773 Europe and Asia Pacific, A2857 China mainland. 45 mm A2774 North America, A2775 Europe and Asia Pacific, A2858 China mainland. China mainland A2857 and A2858 are excluded.

SM-R950, SM-R955U, SM-R955F, SM-R960, SM-R965U, SM-R965F2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Dutch user manual Rev 1.0 (08/2023) covers SM-R930, SM-R935F, SM-R940, SM-R945F, SM-R950, SM-R955F, SM-R960 and SM-R965F. Layout figures: SM-R950 and SM-R960 have a GPS antenna. SM-R955F and SM-R965F have an LTE/GPS antenna. The US LTE models SM-R955U and SM-R965U come from the Samsung US price sheet.6Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/solutions/industries/government/msrp-price-sheets/08142024/Samsung_Wearables_MSRP_Price_File_July_2024.pdfRead 23 October 2026Samsung US wearables MSRP price file, July 2024: SM-R950NZKAXAA and SM-R950NZSAXAA (Classic BT 43 mm), SM-R955UZKAXAA and SM-R955UZSAXAA (LTE 43 mm), SM-R960NZKAXAA and SM-R960NZSAXAA (BT 47 mm), SM-R965UZKAXAA and SM-R965UZSAXAA (LTE 47 mm). The EU models SM-R955F and SM-R965F come from the manual. The suffix after the model number is the colour and market.

GTIN / EAN

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887276760261, 887276760254, 887276760247, 887276760292, 887276760223, 887276760230, 887276760186, 8872767601796Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/solutions/industries/government/msrp-price-sheets/08142024/Samsung_Wearables_MSRP_Price_File_July_2024.pdfRead 23 October 2026Price file UPCs: SM-R950 Black 887276760261, Silver 887276760254. SM-R955U Black 887276760247, Silver 887276760292. SM-R960 Black 887276760223, Silver 887276760230. SM-R965U Black 887276760186, Silver 887276760179. Abt lists 887276760223 for SM-R960NZKAXAA.17Retailer pageabt.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Watch6-Classic-Bluetooth-Smartwatch-47mm-in-Black-SMR960NZKAXAA/p/193592.htmlRead 23 October 2026Abt lists SM-R960NZKAXAA with UPC 887276760223 and says the item is no longer available.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

7 September 20223Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026Maker press release dated September 7, 2022.

26 July 20231Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Samsung US release dated 7/26/2023 (Unpacked).

Status

Discontinued14Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/apple-watch/specs/apple-watch-series-8-aluminum-gps-41mm.htmlRead 10 October 2026Discontinued Date: September 12, 2023, when Series 9 replaced it.

Available5Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch8-classicRead 23 October 2026Samsung US no longer sells the Watch6 Classic and lists it under Previous Products. Best Buy still sells new units, so the status is available.15Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/samsung-galaxy-watch6-classic-stainless-steel-smartwatch-47mm-bt-silver-2023/J3ZYG29HY3Read 23 October 2026Best Buy sells the 47 mm BT Silver (SM-R960NZSAXAA) new with an Add to Cart button at 449.98 USD on the access date. That is a current price, not the launch price.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

Apple Watch Series 917Press articlemacrumors.com/guide/apple-watch-series-8-vs-series-9Read 23 October 2026MacRumors says the Apple Watch Series 9 replaces the Apple Watch Series 8 in Apple's lineup.

Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic20Reviewnotebookcheck.net/The-one-with-the-bezel-Samsung-Galaxy-Watch8-Classic-smartwatch-review.1133154.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck's review calls the Galaxy Watch8 Classic the direct successor to the Watch6 Classic and says there was no Classic with the Watch7.

Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

From $3991Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 20262Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108056Read 10 October 20263Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 20264Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 20266Maker product pageapple.com/watch/cellularRead 10 October 202614Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/apple-watch/specs/apple-watch-series-8-aluminum-gps-41mm.htmlRead 10 October 202615Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_watch_series_8_aluminum-11864.phpRead 10 October 202616Press articlet3.com/news/apple-watch-series-8-and-ultra-battery-size-discoveredRead 10 October 2026

$399.991Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026The Galaxy Watch6 Classic Small 43mm will start at $399.99 and the Large 47mm at $429.99. These are the Bluetooth models. Samsung gives no LTE price in the release, so none is stored for the US LTE models. US price excludes sales tax.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

From €4991Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 20262Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108056Read 10 October 20263Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 20264Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 20266Maker product pageapple.com/watch/cellularRead 10 October 202614Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/apple-watch/specs/apple-watch-series-8-aluminum-gps-41mm.htmlRead 10 October 202615Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_watch_series_8_aluminum-11864.phpRead 10 October 202616Press articlet3.com/news/apple-watch-series-8-and-ultra-battery-size-discoveredRead 10 October 2026

€41913Press articleglobal.techradar.com/de-de/health-fitness/smartwatches/samsung-galaxy-watch-6-und-6-classic-alles-was-wir-jetzt-wissen-nachdem-unpacked-vorbei-istRead 23 October 2026TechRadar Germany after Unpacked: Watch6 Classic 43 mm Bluetooth 419 euro, 47 mm 30 euro more (449). LTE 43 mm 469 euro and 47 mm 499 euro. German prices include VAT.14Press articlenotebookcheck.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Watch6-kombiniert-Blutdruckmessung-und-EKG-mit-20-groesserem-Display-und-Classic-Modell.735256.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck Germany list prices at the launch: Watch6 Classic 43 mm Wi-Fi 419 euro, 47 mm Wi-Fi 449 euro, 43 mm LTE 469 euro, 47 mm LTE 499 euro. Agrees with TechRadar Germany.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, DE, AU, CA, FR, IN, JP, AE, GB3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026Customers in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Japan, the UAE, the UK, the US and more than 40 other countries and regions could order. Only the named countries are stored.

US, DE1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Prices are published for the US. German prices are in the TechRadar Germany and Notebookcheck Germany sources.4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231010221324/https://www.samsung.com/de/watches/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch6-classic-47mm-black-bluetooth-sm-r960nzkadbtRead 23 October 2026The German Samsung shop listed the Galaxy Watch6 Classic 47 mm Bluetooth in October 2023. It is archived.17Retailer pageabt.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Watch6-Classic-Bluetooth-Smartwatch-47mm-in-Black-SMR960NZKAXAA/p/193592.htmlRead 23 October 2026Abt lists the model for the US market.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Midnight, Starlight, Silver, (PRODUCT)RED, Graphite (PVD), Gold (PVD)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Finishes list: aluminum Midnight, Starlight, Silver, (PRODUCT)RED. Stainless steel Graphite (PVD), Silver, Gold (PVD). Apple Watch Hermes finishes are a separate collaboration line and are not stored.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026

Black, Silver1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Galaxy Watch6 Classic comes in Black and Silver.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Page: 47 mm and 43 mm each in Black and Silver.

Segment

Smartwatch1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker category: Apple Watch Series, the mainstream smartwatch line. Not the Ultra or SE line.

Smartwatch1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Maker category: Galaxy Watch6 Classic, the premium model with the rotating bezel next to Galaxy Watch6.

OS updates promisediYears of explicitly promised OS updates. A security-only support period does not establish an OS-upgrade promise.

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Security updates untiliExact end date published for security-update support of this model. Do not calculate it from a stated number of years. A security-only period does not promise OS upgrades.

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Case

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Case sizeiMarketed case-size options. The marketed size can differ from physical case height, such as ceramic editions. Base dimensions describe the smallest base-material case.

41, 45mm1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Marketed 41 mm and 45 mm cases. Each variant row repeats its own size.

43, 47mm1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Samsung sizes: Small 43 mm and Large 47 mm.4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231010221324/https://www.samsung.com/de/watches/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch6-classic-47mm-black-bluetooth-sm-r960nzkadbtRead 23 October 2026Same table: Größe 47 mm and 43 mm.

Case shape

Rectangular14Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/apple-watch/specs/apple-watch-series-8-aluminum-gps-41mm.htmlRead 10 October 2026Rounded-corner rectangular LTPO OLED screen in a rectangular aluminum case (352x430, 904 sq mm display area).

Round1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Maker text: the signature circle frame.8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-12438.phpRead 23 October 2026Body: 46.5 x 46.5 x 10.9 mm with a stainless steel frame. Samsung calls it the circle frame.

Case materialiMaterial of the housing body, not just the bezel. Use Mixed when the maker describes a mixture of housing/frame materials. Read the published-material field for the parts and proportions.

Aluminium1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Stainless steel3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Same table: Stainless Steel.12Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-Watch6-Classic-43-mm-LTE-smartwatch-in-review-The-return-of-a-classic.763364.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Case and features: stainless steel casing with a glossy and brushed finish.

Case material (as published)

Aluminum1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker names Aluminum and Stainless Steel finishes. Base is the aluminum case. Stainless steel rows are separate and exist only as GPS + Cellular models.

Stainless Steel3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Samsung US page, It's time to find your Watch: Material Stainless Steel.4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231010221324/https://www.samsung.com/de/watches/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch6-classic-47mm-black-bluetooth-sm-r960nzkadbtRead 23 October 2026Samsung Germany page, comparison table: Material Edelstahl (stainless steel).

BackiMaterial of the back of the smallest base-material case. Other materials or regional editions can differ. See source notes.

Ceramic and sapphire crystal1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker feature line: Ceramic and sapphire crystal back. Apple Watch Hermes models have a ceramic back with a Hermes logo.

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Case dimensionsiPhysical case height, width and thickness. The source note states exclusions such as the heart-rate sensor protrusion.

Height41Width35Thickness10.7mm(1.6 × 1.4 × 0.4 in)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker lists 41 mm as height 41, width 35, depth 10.7 and 45 mm as height 45, width 38, depth 10.7. Orientation kept as published. The page does not say whether the heart sensor bulge is included.

Height42.5Width42.5Thickness10.9mm(1.7 × 1.7 × 0.4 in)1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Product Specifications: 47 mm 46.5 x 46.5 x 10.9 mm and 43 mm 42.5 x 42.5 x 10.9 mm. Footnote 28: dimensions measured without health sensors. The square-looking size is a round case, so height and width are the diameter.

Weight (case only)iWatch body without a strap. An unqualified published weight must not be assumed to exclude the strap.

31.9g(1.1 oz)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker weights, case only with no band. 41 mm aluminum GPS 31.9 g, aluminum GPS + Cellular 32.2 g, stainless steel GPS + Cellular 42.3 g. 45 mm aluminum GPS 38.8 g, aluminum GPS + Cellular 39.1 g, stainless steel GPS + Cellular 51.5 g. The base value is the 41 mm aluminum GPS model.

52g(1.8 oz)1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Product Specifications: 47 mm 59.0 g, 43 mm 52.0 g. Footnote 29: weight measured without band. Base is the 43 mm model.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Same table: weight 59.0 g (47 mm) and 52.0 g (43 mm).4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231010221324/https://www.samsung.com/de/watches/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch6-classic-47mm-black-bluetooth-sm-r960nzkadbtRead 23 October 2026Same table: Gewicht 59,0 g (47 mm) and 52,0 g (43 mm).9Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-review-2601p2.phpRead 23 October 2026Design page: 59 grams, the heaviest Galaxy Watch ever, for the 47 mm model.

Weight with strapiWatch with the stated strap attached. Strap material and case size belong in the source note. Reviewer measurements belong in measured fields.

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Durability

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Water resistanceiStatic water-pressure rating in atmospheres. It is not a safe swimming or diving depth. Diving limits are listed separately.

5ATM1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker footnote 3 gives 50 meters under ISO 22810:2010. 50 m is 5 ATM. It is a pressure rating, not a dive depth.

5ATM1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: 5ATM + IP68 / MIL-STD-810H. Footnote 34 describes IP68 only. The ATM test is in the manual.2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Notices, printed page 135: 5ATM rating for water resistance.4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231010221324/https://www.samsung.com/de/watches/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch6-classic-47mm-black-bluetooth-sm-r960nzkadbtRead 23 October 2026Same table: Haltbarkeit 5 ATM+IP68 / MIL-STD-810H.

Water resistance standard

ISO 22810:20101Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker footnote 3: 50 meters under ISO 22810:2010, for shallow water such as swimming. Not for scuba diving or waterskiing.

ISO 22810:20102Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Notices, printed page 135: 5ATM rating tested 10 minutes in fresh water at 50 m under ISO 22810:2010. IPX8 tested 30 minutes at 1.5 m and IP6X dust under IEC 60529. Not for snorkelling, diving or water sports.15Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/samsung-galaxy-watch6-classic-stainless-steel-smartwatch-47mm-bt-silver-2023/J3ZYG29HY3Read 23 October 2026Samsung's answer in the Q&A: 5ATM water resistance means submersion up to 50 meters per ISO standard 22810:2010. Not for scuba diving.

Dust and water rating

IP6X1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker footnote 2: certified IP6X dust resistant.

IP681Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: 5ATM + IP68. Footnote 34: IP68 water resistant in up to 5 feet of water for up to 30 minutes.2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Notices: IPX8 and IP6X, which together are IP68.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Same table: durability IP68.

Dive rating

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Max dive depthiMaker-rated depth for the stated diving use, not a conversion from the water-resistance pressure rating.

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MIL-STD-810iMaker claim that the watch was tested against specified MIL-STD-810 methods. It is not a guarantee for every military-standard test.

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Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs durability: MIL-STD-810H. The maker states conformity, which is not a guarantee against all tests. No test list is published.4Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231010221324/https://www.samsung.com/de/watches/galaxy-watch/galaxy-watch6-classic-47mm-black-bluetooth-sm-r960nzkadbtRead 23 October 2026Same table: MIL-STD-810H.

MIL-STD-810 tests

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Operating temperatureiPublished operating range. Source notes identify on-wrist limits and other operating conditions. Storage or charging limits are excluded.

Min0Max35°C7Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108766Read 10 October 2026Apple Watch Series and SE models work best in ambient temperatures between 0 and 35 degrees C (32 to 95 F). The storage range of -20 to 45 degrees C is not stored.

Min0Max35°C2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Notices, printed page 137: recommended use temperature between 0 and 35 degrees C. The BP and ECG ambient range of 12 to 40 C is not stored.

Display

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Display type

LTPO OLED1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

OLED1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Super AMOLED.

Display type (as published)

Always-On Retina LTPO OLED display1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Verbatim: Always-On Retina LTPO OLED display.

Super AMOLED1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Verbatim: Super AMOLED with Full Color Always On Display.

Screen sizeiPublished active display diagonal for a rectangular display, or diameter for a round display. Do not calculate it from pixels or display area.

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1.3in(3.3 cm)1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: 47 mm 1.5-inch (37.3 mm) 480x480 and 43 mm 1.3-inch (33.3 mm) 432x432.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Same table: screen size 37.3 mm for 47 mm and 33.3 mm for 43 mm.

Resolution

352 × 430px1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker: 45 mm 396 by 484 pixels, 41 mm 352 by 430 pixels. Stored in the case orientation, width by height.

432 × 432px1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: 47 mm 480x480 and 43 mm 432x432.

Pixel densityiPublished pixel density. A rectangular diagonal formula must not be applied to a round display.

326ppi15Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_watch_series_8_aluminum-11864.phpRead 10 October 2026Display line: 484 x 396 pixels (~326 ppi density). Apple states no pixel density for Series 8. The same figure is Apple's published value for other Apple Watch screens. Stored as listed.

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Display area

904mm²1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker: 45 mm 1143 sq mm and 41 mm 904 sq mm display area.

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Touchscreen

Yes14Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/apple-watch/specs/apple-watch-series-8-aluminum-gps-41mm.htmlRead 10 October 2026All Series 8 devices are controlled with a Digital Crown with haptic feedback and a touch capable display.

Yes2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Layout and Operating the screen: the watch has a touchscreen and a ring.

Max refresh rateiHighest published display refresh rate in active operation.

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60Hz12Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-Watch6-Classic-43-mm-LTE-smartwatch-in-review-The-return-of-a-classic.763364.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck spec box lists 60 Hz for the display. Samsung publishes no refresh rate. Treated as a stated spec, not a measurement.

Min refresh rateiLowest published display refresh rate, usually in always-on mode. It is not the active-use minimum unless stated.

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Peak brightnessiMaker peak-brightness claim. It may apply to a small area or bright ambient light. Full-screen limits and battery/temperature conditions belong in source notes.

1,000nits1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker: up to 1000 nits brightness. Window size and ambient conditions are not stated. Not a reviewer measurement.

2,000nits1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Release text: a more vibrant, higher resolution display boasts a peak brightness of 2,000 nits (Galaxy Watch6 series). Window size and ambient conditions are not stated. Samsung's US Watch8 Classic comparison states up to 2000 nits in the Watch6 Classic column.5Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch8-classicRead 23 October 2026Same column: Display Brightness up to 2000 nits.

Minimum brightness

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Always-on display

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Full Color Always On Display.

Display cover

Other glass1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Sapphire1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Sapphire Crystal.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Same table: Display Sapphire Crystal.

Display cover (as published)

Ion-X glass1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker finish table: aluminum models have Ion-X glass, stainless steel models have sapphire crystal (from the Identify your Apple Watch page).

Sapphire Crystal1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Sapphire Crystal.

Platform

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Platform

watchOS1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker: Series 8 is powered by watchOS 9 (press release). The tech specs page lists no other platform.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026

Wear OS1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Wear OS Powered by Samsung (Wear OS 4) and One UI 5 Watch.

OS at launch

watchOS 93Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026Maker: Series 8 is powered by watchOS 9.

Wear OS 41Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Wear OS 4.

Software

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One UI 8 Watch8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-12438.phpRead 23 October 2026Platform: Android Wear OS 4, upgradable to 6.0, One UI Watch 8. The Samsung firmware note lists Wear OS 6.

Latest OS

watchOS 269Maker product pageapple.com/os/watchosRead 10 October 2026The watchOS 27 compatible-device list starts at Series 9 and does not include Series 8. The latest OS for Series 8 is watchOS 26. Checked on the access date.14Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/apple-watch/specs/apple-watch-series-8-aluminum-gps-41mm.htmlRead 10 October 2026Maximum OS: watchOS 26.x. The Series 8 does not support watchOS 27 or later. watchOS 26 lacks the Wrist Flick gesture and Hypertension notifications on this model.

Wear OS 67Maker product pagedoc.samsungmobile.com/SM-R960/027287230823/mlt.htmlRead 23 October 2026Samsung software update notes for Galaxy Watch6 Classic (SM-R960): build R960XXS2CZF5, Android version B (AndroidWear 6.0), release date 2026-07-06. Checked on the access date.

Works with

iOS1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker compatibility line: requires an iPhone. No Android pairing.

Android1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs compatibility: Android 10 or higher and more than 1.5 GB of memory.

Phone requirement

Launch: iPhone 8 or later with iOS 16. Current watchOS 26 requires iPhone 11 or later with iOS 26.1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker compatibility line: iPhone 8 or later with iOS 16 or later. The current watchOS 26 requirement comes from the EveryMac source.14Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/apple-watch/specs/apple-watch-series-8-aluminum-gps-41mm.htmlRead 10 October 2026watchOS 9 requires iPhone 8 or later with iOS 16. watchOS 26 requires iPhone 11 or later with iOS 26.

Launch: Android 10 or higher with more than 1.5 GB of memory, and a phone with Google Mobile Services. Samsung Health app 6.22 or later for the launch health features.1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs compatibility: Android 10 or higher with more than 1.5GB of memory, and footnote 35: a smartphone that supports Google Mobile Services. Footnote 1: the launch health features need Samsung Health 6.22 or later.

App store

Yes12Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/watch/open-apps-apda1bf1a95b/26/watchos/26Read 10 October 2026Guide lists the App Store app for Apple Watch. Series 8 runs watchOS 26.

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Release: new apps from Google Calendar and Gmail, exclusive to Wear OS, plus WhatsApp, Peloton and MyFitnessPal.2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Play Store section: install and manage apps from the Play Store.

Voice assistants

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Bixby2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Bixby section: started by holding the Home button or by Hi Bixby. No other assistant is in this launch manual.

Chipset

Apple S8 SiP1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker: S8 SiP with 64-bit dual-core processor.

Samsung Exynos W9301Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Exynos W930 Dual-Core 1.4GHz.

Process

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5nm5Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch8-classicRead 23 October 2026Same column: Processor 5 nm Processor, 2 Core.8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-12438.phpRead 23 October 2026Platform: Exynos W930 (5 nm).

CPU cores

21Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

21Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Dual-Core.

CPU configuration

AApple Watch Series 8

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BSamsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic

Count	Core	Max clock (GHz)
2	Cortex-A55	1.4

Source8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-12438.phpRead 23 October 2026Platform CPU: dual-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A55.

Max CPU clock

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1.4GHz=CalculatedFrom CPU configuration

GPU

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Mali-G688Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-12438.phpRead 23 October 2026Platform GPU: Mali-G68.

Low-power coprocessor

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Memory

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RAMiKeep published GB values as stated. Convert a source explicitly labelled MB using 1000 MB per GB and preserve its original figure and unit in the note. Do not assume MB means MiB. Convert explicit MiB or GiB to decimal GB through their byte definitions, recording the conversion in the note. This normalization does not establish an exact physical byte count.

1GB14Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/apple-watch/specs/apple-watch-series-8-aluminum-gps-41mm.htmlRead 10 October 2026Onboard RAM: 1 GB. Apple does not publish RAM. GSMArena also lists 1GB RAM.

2GB1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: 2GB memory + 16GB storage.

StorageiTotal built-in storage the maker states, in decimal GB. Space available to the user is lower and goes in the source note. A figure the maker gives only as available space is not stored.

32GB1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker: Capacity 32GB. Not RAM.

16GB1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: 2GB memory + 16GB storage.15Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/samsung-galaxy-watch6-classic-stainless-steel-smartwatch-47mm-bt-silver-2023/J3ZYG29HY3Read 23 October 2026Specifications: built-in storage 16 gigabytes.

Health sensors

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Heart rate sensor

Third-generation optical heart sensor1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Samsung BioActive Sensor1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Samsung BioActive Sensor (Optical Heart Rate + Electrical Heart Signal + Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis), Temperature Sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, 3D Hall sensor for the Classic.

ECG capabilityiElectrical heart sensing hardware with an ECG capability. The ECG app can require an eligible country, age and paired phone.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Electrical heart sensor with the ECG app. The app needs a supported country and a user aged 22 or older (footnote 5).

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Release: existing electrocardiogram monitoring. The ECG app is not for users with known arrhythmias other than AFib or users under 22 (footnote 9).2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Samsung Health Monitor: measure ECG in an ambient temperature between 12 and 40 C.

Blood oxygen sensingiBlood-oxygen sensing capability. App availability and medical status vary by market.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Blood oxygen sensor with the Blood Oxygen app. The app is for wellness and not medical use (footnote 4).

Yes2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Manual contents list Samsung Health blood oxygen. Wellness feature, not for diagnosis.

Skin temperature sensingiA sensor or supported function that measures skin temperature. It is not a core-body thermometer.

Yes3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026Maker: two-sensor wrist temperature sensing, one sensor on the back and one under the display. It samples during sleep and measures changes as small as 0.1 C. Not a medical device and not a core body thermometer.

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs sensors list a Temperature Sensor. Release: track skin temperature during the night for insights including menstrual cycle tracking.

Blood pressure featureiPublished blood-pressure feature category. Hypertension notifications are not numerical blood-pressure readings.

None8Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/123002Read 10 October 2026watchOS 26 notes: hypertension notifications are available on Apple Watch Series 9 and later and Ultra 2 and later. Series 8 is not listed, and the watch has no blood pressure feature.

Calibrated with a cuff2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Samsung Health Monitor: blood pressure needs a cuff calibration and a new one every 28 days. ECG is in the same app.8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-12438.phpRead 23 October 2026Body: blood pressure monitor. ECG certified.

Body composition sensor

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Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis. Release: Body Composition. Not intended to diagnose a medical condition (footnote 6).

Skin conductance (EDA)

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Medical clearancesiNamed regulatory clearances and their jurisdiction. General water resistance or an ECG sensor does not establish medical clearance.

FDA-cleared AFib History (US)3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026Maker states the AFib History feature is FDA-cleared. US jurisdiction. It is for people aged 22 or older diagnosed with AFib.

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Motion and environment sensors

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Accelerometer

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs sensors: Accelerometer.

Accelerometer range

256G1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker: high-g accelerometer, up to 256 g-forces with Fall Detection and Crash Detection.

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Gyroscope

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs sensors: Gyro Sensor.

Barometric altimeter

Yes15Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_watch_series_8_aluminum-11864.phpRead 10 October 2026Sensors line lists accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer, always-on altimeter, compass, SpO2, VO2max and temperature.

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs sensors: Barometer.

Compass

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs sensors: Geomagnetic Sensor and, for the Classic, a 3D Hall sensor. The manual has a Compass app.2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Compass app: use the watch as a compass, with calibration by waving the wrist.

Ambient light sensor

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs sensors: Light Sensor.

Depth gauge

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Depth gauge rangeiPublished measurement range of the depth gauge, distinct from maximum diving depth and water-pressure resistance.

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Water temperature sensor

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Health and fitness

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Health featuresiSupported health functions with country, phone and subscription restrictions in the source notes. Upcoming functions are not counted as available.

Irregular rhythm notifications, AFib history, ECG app, Blood oxygen app, Sleep tracking, Sleep stages, Cycle tracking, Temperature-based ovulation1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker lists the ECG app, the Blood Oxygen app and irregular rhythm notification (footnote 5, not for people previously diagnosed with AFib). Country, age and iPhone limits apply.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026Maker: temperature sensing with retrospective ovulation estimates and improved period predictions, Cycle Tracking, sleep stages in watchOS 9 (REM, Core, Deep from the accelerometer), and FDA-cleared AFib History. Sleep tracking is part of the same watchOS 9 sleep section.

Continuous heart rate, Heart rate alerts, Irregular rhythm notifications, ECG app, Blood oxygen app, Sleep tracking, Sleep stages, Sleep apnea notifications, Stress tracking, Readiness score, Cycle tracking, Temperature-based ovulation, Body composition1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Release: Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification checks for AFib in the background, Sleep Score and Sleep Coaching with sleep patterns, Body Composition and temperature-based cycle tracking. The ECG app and Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification are for adults 22 and older. Personalized Heart Rate Zone, Track Run and Custom Workout have no matching option and are not stored.2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Manual contents: heart rate with high and low heart rate settings, sleep with four stages (Awake, REM, Light, Deep), snore detection, skin temperature during sleep, stress, body composition, cycle tracking with skin temperature and blood oxygen.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Page text: Advanced Sleep Coaching with snore detection and sleep stages, skin temperature readings measured while sleeping to track the monthly period, ovulation cycle and fertility windows, heart monitoring that scans for irregular rhythm, Body Composition. Samsung Health Monitor features need a Samsung Galaxy phone.5Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch8-classicRead 23 October 2026Same column, Health rows listed as available: Energy Score, Sleep Apnea, Bedtime Guidance, Personalized Heart Rate Zone, ECG, Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification, Body Composition, Cycle Tracking. Not available: High Stress Alert, Running Coach, Functional Threshold Power, AGEs Index, Vascular Load, Antioxidant Index. Energy Score is stored as readiness_score. Sleep apnea and Energy Score arrived with later software and need an eligible country and Samsung phone.

Fitness featuresiSupported workout functions. A sport-profile name alone does not prove advanced metrics such as running power or running dynamics. Trackback follows the recorded route back to the start. A compass arrow that points straight to the start does not count.

VO2 max, Running dynamics, Pool swim, Open water swim, Trackback3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026Maker watchOS 9 section: running form metrics Stride Length, Ground Contact Time and Vertical Oscillation (running dynamics), Backtrack in the Compass app, and a Multisport workout for any sequence of swimming, biking or running. Heart Rate Zones, Custom Workouts, Pacer, Race Route, Segments and Splits have no matching option and are not stored. Swim use is also supported by the 50 m water-resistance statement on the tech specs page.13Maker spec sheet (PDF)apple.com/healthcare/docs/site/Using_Apple_Watch_to_Estimate_Cardio_Fitness_with_VO2_max.pdfRead 10 October 2026Apple white paper: with watchOS 7, Apple Watch Series 3 and later estimate VO2 max. Series 8 is a later model.

Automatic workout detection, Pool swim, Open water swim, Strength rep counting, Route navigation, Turn-by-turn navigation2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Training section: Swimming and Swimming (outdoor) workouts with pool length, repetitive exercises such as squats and weightlifting counted with beeps, automatic workout detection and heart rate zone guide. No interval workout screen is described.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Page text: automatically tracks popular activities, like running and swimming, and lets you manually track over 90 additional exercises.12Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-Watch6-Classic-43-mm-LTE-smartwatch-in-review-The-return-of-a-classic.763364.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026GPS and navigation: training routes can be imported and exported in GPX format and the watch completes imported routes per sport (route_navigation). Navigation apps such as Google Maps from the Play Store show the route on a map and with directional arrows, also without the phone on the LTE unit (turn_by_turn_navigation). There is no return path navigation, so trackback is not stored.

Sport profilesiPublished count of distinct sport/activity profiles. A claim such as 180+ is not an exact integer count.

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Dive modesiActual supported dive modes. Water resistance or a depth app alone does not establish decompression-capable scuba support.

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External sensorsiTypes of external workout sensors the watch can pair with. GPS reception, phone data and built-in sensors do not qualify.

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Safety

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Fall detectioniAutomatic fall detection. Incident detection restricted to recorded workouts is not counted as general fall detection.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 20263Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026Maker: Series 8 builds on best-in-class safety features like the ECG app and fall detection.

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Release: Fall Detection can gauge a fall, even while sleeping, and alerts an emergency contact.2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Sending an SOS when injured by a fall: the watch detects a hard fall and sends an SOS to emergency contacts.

Car crash detection

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 20263Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026Maker: new Crash Detection on Series 8 using a more powerful gyroscope and accelerometer. It dials emergency services after a 10-second countdown if the user is unresponsive.

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Emergency SOSiA manual emergency alert to emergency services or preset contacts. Source notes identify the recipient, paired-phone requirement and country limits. Satellite is listed separately.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker footnote 1: needs a cellular connection or Wi-Fi Calling from the watch or the nearby iPhone.

Yes2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Sending an SOS: press-based SOS shares location with emergency contacts. The LTE model also places an emergency call.5Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch8-classicRead 23 October 2026Same column: Safety and Emergency SOS / Fall detection.

Emergency sireniPublished or measured siren sound level in decibels. Audible distance alone does not establish this value. Measurement distance belongs in source notes.

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Live location sharingiShares live location during supported use. A paired phone or data subscription may be required.

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Dedicated LED flashlightiA dedicated hardware LED flashlight. Lighting the display white is not counted.

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Positioning

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PositioningiPublished satellite systems and signal bands. Do not infer bands from dual-frequency support alone.

L1 GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker: L1 GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and BeiDou.

GPS (L1), GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs connectivity: GPS/Glonass/Beidou/Galileo. The single L1 band is in the Samsung US Watch8 Classic comparison.8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-12438.phpRead 23 October 2026Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS.

Dual-band GNSSiMaker-stated dual-frequency satellite reception. Supported constellations and signal bands are listed separately.

No1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker lists L1 GPS only. No L5 or other second band is listed. Stored as false from the L1-only statement.

No5Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch8-classicRead 23 October 2026Samsung US Watch8 Classic comparison, Watch6 Classic column (47 mm and 43 mm): GPS L1 GPS. Single frequency.

Offline mapsiMap data stored on the watch and usable without live phone data. GPX routes or breadcrumb tracks alone are not offline maps.

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Connectivity

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BluetoothiPublished Bluetooth support for this model. The version is recorded separately. Unknown version does not mean the radio is absent.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3.

Bluetooth version

5.31Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker: Bluetooth 5.3. EveryMac records that some early Apple documents wrongly said 5.0.

5.31Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Bluetooth 5.3.

Wi-FiiPublished Wi-Fi support for this model. The standard and bands are recorded separately. Unknown standard does not mean Wi-Fi is absent.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs connectivity: Wi-Fi 2.4+5GHz.

Wi-Fi standard

Wi-Fi 41Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Wi-Fi 48Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-12438.phpRead 23 October 2026WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band. That is Wi-Fi 4.

Wi-Fi bands

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker: 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz and 5GHz. The standard is Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Wi-Fi 2.4+5GHz.

CellulariTrue when a cellular edition is sold. A variant row states whether that individual model has cellular hardware.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: LTE, with footnote 33: LTE connectivity only available in LTE models.

Network

LTE1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker: LTE and UMTS on GPS + Cellular models. UMTS has no option in the schema, so only LTE is stored.

LTE1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: LTE only. No 5G.

4G bandsiPublished LTE bands for the stated regional cellular model. Do not transfer bands to another region or Wi-Fi-only model.

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5G bandsiPublished 5G NR bands for the stated regional cellular model. RedCap support does not establish conventional full-bandwidth phone 5G.

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NFCiSome regions sell an NFC edition, so it is per variant.

Yes15Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_watch_series_8_aluminum-11864.phpRead 10 October 2026NFC: Yes.

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs connectivity: NFC.

Contactless payments

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker lists Apple Pay. Eligible cards, banks and regions required.

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Footnote 20: Samsung Wallet. Availability varies by market and paired phone.

Payment services

Apple Pay1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026

Samsung Wallet1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Footnote 20: the availability of Samsung Wallet and its features varies by market and paired smartphone.

Ultra-wideband

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker lists the U1 chip (Ultra Wideband). Availability varies by region (footnote 11).

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Satellite

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ANT+

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Audio

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Speaker

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker feature list includes Speaker and Microphone.

Yes2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Layout figure labels the Speaker on the underside.

Microphones

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12Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Layout figure for the Classic labels one Microphone. The speaker and the pressure vent are separate.

Calls on the watchiVoice-call capability of the marketed model, including sold cellular editions. Variant radio capability and paired-phone requirements still apply.

Cellular or phone6Maker product pageapple.com/watch/cellularRead 10 October 2026Cellular models with an active service plan make calls and send texts without the iPhone. Series 8 cellular models A2772 and A2774 (North America) and A2773 and A2775 are listed as compatible. GPS models need the paired iPhone or Wi-Fi calling.

Cellular or phone2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Phone section: calls use the watch microphone and speaker. LTE models make calls without the phone and Bluetooth models need the paired phone.

Music on the watchiPlays audio stored on the watch. Remote control of phone playback or streaming alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026The maker battery test uses music playback from Apple Watch via Bluetooth, so music is stored on the watch.

Yes2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Music: tracks stored on the watch play through the watch speaker or Bluetooth earbuds.

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ButtonsiPhysical controls used to operate the watch, excluding the rotating crown and strap-release buttons. A clickable rotating crown is counted only in Crown.

110Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/watch/use-buttons-and-gestures-apd1d9d7efca/26/watchos/26Read 10 October 2026Guide: you interact with Apple Watch using the Digital Crown, side button, Action button (Ultra models only) and gestures. Series 8 has one operating button, the Side button. The Digital Crown is in Crown.

22Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Buttons table: the Home (power) button and the Back button. Both also carry the electrical bio sensor.

Named operating buttonsiNames of operating buttons, excluding the crown and strap-release controls.

Side button10Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/watch/use-buttons-and-gestures-apd1d9d7efca/26/watchos/26Read 10 October 2026Guide names the side button. The Action button is for Ultra models.

Home button, Back button2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Buttons table names the Home button and the Back button.9Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-review-2601p2.phpRead 23 October 2026Design page: the top red-accented button goes to the home screen and the bottom is the back button.

CrowniA crown that rotates to control the interface. A round push button that does not rotate is not a crown.

Rotating haptic14Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/apple-watch/specs/apple-watch-series-8-aluminum-gps-41mm.htmlRead 10 October 2026Digital Crown with haptic feedback. It rotates, so it is in Crown and not in the button count.

None2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026No crown in the layout. The Classic has a rotating ring.

Rotating bezeliPhysical rotation or touch gestures around the display edge. A fixed decorative bezel is None.

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Physical2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Layout figure labels the Ring on the Classic. The Operating the screen section describes rotating the ring to scroll and to wake the screen on the Classic.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Page text: rotating bezel that you can turn to easily access apps, stats and more.

Gestures

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiPublished battery capacity for the stated case size. Rated and typical capacity are distinguished in source notes.

282 to 308mAh1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 20262Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108056Read 10 October 20263Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 20264Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 20266Maker product pageapple.com/watch/cellularRead 10 October 202614Spec databaseeverymac.com/systems/apple/apple-watch/specs/apple-watch-series-8-aluminum-gps-41mm.htmlRead 10 October 202615Spec databasegsmarena.com/apple_watch_series_8_aluminum-11864.phpRead 10 October 202616Press articlet3.com/news/apple-watch-series-8-and-ultra-battery-size-discoveredRead 10 October 2026

300mAh1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: 47 mm 425 mAh and 43 mm 300 mAh. Samsung does not say whether this is rated or typical.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Same table: battery 425 mAh (47 mm) and 300 mAh (43 mm).

Claimed battery lifeiMaker endurance claims with distinct operating modes and case sizes. With solar describes augmentation of that estimate, not hardware capability. Use false for ordinary claims without solar augmentation, true for explicitly solar-aided claims, and omit it when solar qualification is unclear. Source notes state AOD, GNSS, music and solar conditions. Do not create a normal-use row from an AOD-only claim. Low power denotes the maker battery-saver mode. Keep its typical, light-use and always-on claims separate from standard-mode claims. GPS power saving identifies an intermediate reduced-accuracy GNSS saving preset. Source notes retain the maker's preset name and published conditions. Max battery GPS is the distinct maximum-saving claim. When the maker has only one GPS saving preset, it is GPS power saving.

AApple Watch Series 8

Mode	With solar	Hours (h)
Smartwatch	No	18
Low power	No	36

Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Up to 18 hours: 90 time checks, 90 notifications, 45 minutes of app use and a 60-minute workout with music playback from the watch via Bluetooth. GPS models stay connected to iPhone by Bluetooth. Cellular models use 4 h of LTE and 14 h of Bluetooth. Tested by Apple in August 2022 on preproduction units with prerelease software. Not an always-on-display-only claim. No solar assistance.3Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-seRead 10 October 2026Maker: Low Power Mode can extend battery life up to 36 hours for Series 8 with iPhone present. It limits the Always-On display and other sensors.

BSamsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic

Mode	With solar	Hours (h)
Smartwatch	No	40
Always-on	No	30

Source1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs, Battery (typical): up to 40 hours with Always On Display off and up to 30 hours with it on. Footnote 30: actual battery life varies. Samsung states one figure for the series, not per size. Not a solar claim.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20231002021200/https://www.samsung.com/us/watches/galaxy-watch6-classicRead 23 October 2026Page text: go for up to 40 hours with a longer-lasting battery. A fast charge restores the battery to 45 percent in 30 minutes (partial charge, not stored).

Smartwatch mode (claimed)iMaker normal-use smartwatch claim without solar. A watch with only an explicit AOD-mode claim has no value here. Workloads differ and source notes must be read.

18h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

AOD battery life (up to)iMaker claimed smartwatch endurance with the always-on display enabled and without solar, for the base case. Source notes preserve workload and case conditions. This is a claim, not a measured test or an AOD-off estimate.

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GPS mode (claimed)iMaker regular GPS/GNSS activity claim without solar, for the base case. AOD, multi-band, music and power-saving conditions have separate rows when published.

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Solar chargingiPublished solar charging hardware capability. An ordinary battery estimate without solar augmentation does not prove that the watch lacks solar charging hardware.

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Charging methodiThe connection at the watch, not the cable end at the USB adapter. A proprietary inductive puck is not Qi unless interoperability is explicitly established.

Magnetic puck1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker lists a USB-C magnetic fast charging cable. Contact is a magnetic puck.

Proprietary wireless charger1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: WPC-based wireless charging. Footnote 31 names the Galaxy Watch Magnetic Fast Charging USB-C Cable (EP-OR900). Stored as proprietary wireless like the other Galaxy Watch files because Qi interoperability is not established by Samsung.2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202308/20230807135257904/SM-R93X_R94X_R95X_R96X_UM_Open_Android_Dut_Rev.1.0_230807.pdfRead 23 October 2026Charging the battery chapter: place the watch on the wireless charger connected to a USB power adapter. The cable end is a Samsung wireless charger.

Charging guidanceiPublished charging requirements, nominal estimates and compatibility guidance. Keep adapter ratings separate from power accepted by the watch.

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Wireless charging with the supplied charging pad. Samsung tested charge time with the Galaxy Watch Magnetic Fast Charging USB-C Cable (EP-OR900) and the 25W USB-C Power Adapter (EP-TA800), which is sold separately. The adapter rating does not establish the power the watch accepts.1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Footnote 31: Samsung tested charge time with the Galaxy Watch Magnetic Fast Charging USB-C Cable (EP-OR900) and the Samsung 25W USB-C Power Adapter (EP-TA800), sold separately. Charge time varies.11Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-review-2601.phpRead 23 October 2026Review: a third-party Qi charger cannot charge the watch, which supports the proprietary wireless classification.

Max charging power (watch)iPublished maximum charging power at the watch. Adapter rating or charger input power does not prove the power accepted by the watch.

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Fast chargingiAn explicit fast-charging capability claim. A short charging time or high adapter wattage alone does not qualify.

Yes5Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/102454Read 10 October 2026Fast charging is supported on Apple Watch Series 7 and later.

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Specs: Fast Charging (WPC-based wireless charging).

Quick charge claimiMaker claim for usage from a short charge. Source notes identify the usage workload, such as normal use or sleep tracking.

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Charge time8 minUse time8 h1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Release: with just eight minutes of fast charge, users can add eight additional hours for sleep tracking. Footnote 18: phone within 2 feet of the user with snore detection enabled. The workload is sleep tracking.

Charge 0 to 80% (claimed)iMaker claim for charging an empty battery to 80%. Charger and approximate qualifiers belong in source notes.

45min5Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/102454Read 10 October 2026Apple Watch Series 7, Series 8 and Series 9 charge from 0 to 80 percent in about 45 minutes. Tested with the Magnetic Fast Charging USB-C cable and an Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter.

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Full charge time (claimed)iMaker advertised nominal full-charge duration. Approximate or theoretical maker estimates are allowed, with their conditions in source notes. Partial-charge intervals do not qualify. Measured 0 to 100% tests have a separate field.

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Measured

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Peak brightness (measured)iReviewer measurement. Source notes state screen area, mode and ambient light. A small-area peak claim cannot be replaced with a full-screen measurement.

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1,906nits12Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-Watch6-Classic-43-mm-LTE-smartwatch-in-review-The-return-of-a-classic.763364.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Display section: maximum brightness measured 1906 cd/m2 (Brightness middle) on the 43 mm LTE test unit with Wear OS 4. Window size and ambient light are not stated. This is not a small-window peak claim.

Battery life (measured)iReviewer-observed mixed-use endurance. Source notes state case size, AOD, workout use and whether it was a complete discharge. Extrapolation from partial discharge is excluded.

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48h10Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-review-2601p3.phpRead 23 October 2026Battery life: 48 hours or a bit more on a full charge until the battery ran completely empty. Settings: automatic brightness, raise-to-wake, at least one 2-hour indoor workout, outdoor walking, heart rate every 15 minutes, sleep tracking, no power saving. The always-on display halves the runtime. Review header lists the 47 mm (46.5 mm, 59 g) model with LTE. Firmware is not stated.

Battery tests (measured)iReviewer-observed endurance, with case size and test settings in source notes. Partial-discharge projections are not stored as measured endurance.

AApple Watch Series 8

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BSamsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic

Test	Hours (h)
Mixed use, always-on display off	48

Source10Measurementgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-review-2601p3.phpRead 23 October 2026Same test, always-on display off. Stored as 48 h, a lower bound as the review says or a bit more. Review header lists the 47 mm LTE specs.

Full charge time (measured)iReviewer measurement from empty to full, not 0-80% or a charge from 5%. Source notes name the charger and case size.

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80min12Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-Watch6-Classic-43-mm-LTE-smartwatch-in-review-The-return-of-a-classic.763364.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Battery life: a complete charge from 0 to 100 percent takes about 80 minutes with the supplied charging pad on the 43 mm LTE test unit. The USB adapter used is not named.

Strap

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Lug widthiDistance between standard strap attachment lugs, not the decorative width of a proprietary strap. Unknown for custom connectors unless the maker publishes lug width.

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20mm8Spec databasegsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-12438.phpRead 23 October 2026Body: compatible with standard 20mm straps.9Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-review-2601p2.phpRead 23 October 2026Design page: the device uses 20mm standard straps like its recent predecessors. Tiny release buttons make swapping easy.12Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-Watch6-Classic-43-mm-LTE-smartwatch-in-review-The-return-of-a-classic.763364.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Case and features: Samsung equips the watch with 20-millimeter-wide straps and a new quick-release fastener with a central button.

Quick-release strapiThe supplied strap can be detached through its quick-release mechanism. Compatibility with quick-release replacement straps alone does not qualify.

Yes11Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/watch/remove-change-and-fasten-watch-bands-apd3cc13d48f/26/watchos/26Read 10 October 2026Guide: hold the band release button, then slide the band across to remove it. Generic Apple Watch guide for watchOS 26, which Series 8 runs. No standard lug width is stated. Apple bands use a proprietary slide-in system.

Yes1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Release: new one-click bands let users mix and match watch bands.9Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-review-2601p2.phpRead 23 October 2026Design page: tiny release buttons for easier attaching and detaching.

Strap systemiPublished attachment system and compatible case sizes. Proprietary connectors are distinguished from standard spring bars.

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Standard 20 mm straps with Samsung's one-click quick-release connector.9Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-review-2601p2.phpRead 23 October 2026Design page: standard 20mm straps with release buttons. The default strap is soft-touch silicone with an outer surface that imitates leather.

Strap materialiMaterial of the supplied strap for the stated package. Do not substitute material from another band sold separately.

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Composite leather12Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Samsung-Galaxy-Watch6-Classic-43-mm-LTE-smartwatch-in-review-The-return-of-a-classic.763364.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Case and features: the strap material is Hybrid Eco-Leather, split in two parts with a rubber underside and an artificial leather upper side.16Retailer pagecdw.com/product/samsung-galaxy-watch6-classic-47mm-black-case-m-l-black-band-bluetooth-wifi/7559486Read 23 October 2026CDW listing: hybrid eco-leather band.

Strap

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Hybrid eco-leather band16Retailer pagecdw.com/product/samsung-galaxy-watch6-classic-47mm-black-case-m-l-black-band-bluetooth-wifi/7559486Read 23 October 2026CDW lists the 47 mm black model with an M/L Black Hybrid Band, described as a hybrid eco-leather band.

Strap sizesiPublished wrist-circumference range for the stated strap or case. Source notes distinguish an overall compatible wrist range from one supplied strap size.

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Regulatory

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FCC ID

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A3LSMR950, A3LSMR96018Regulatory filingfccid.io/A3LSMR960Read 23 October 2026FCC ID A3LSMR960 is a Smart wearable by Samsung Electronics, granted 2023-06-05, with exhibits named Internal_Photo_SM-R960 and test reports for SM-R960. Its exhibits also include SM-R965U test setup photos and antenna reports. Only the SM-R960 row is set.19Regulatory filingfccid.io/A3LSMR950Read 23 October 2026FCC ID A3LSMR950 is a Smart wearable by Samsung Electronics with exhibits named Internal_Photo_SM-R950 and test setup photos for SM-R950. Its exhibits also include SM-R955U(F) test setup photos and antenna reports. Only the SM-R950 row is set.

SAR limb (US)iPublished limb/wrist SAR for the stated base regional model under the US regime. Other case sizes or radio versions can differ. Head or body SAR is excluded.

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SAR limb (EU)iPublished limb/wrist SAR for the stated base regional model under the EU regime. Other case sizes or radio versions can differ. Head or body SAR is excluded.

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Apple Watch Series 8, Band/Loop, Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger to USB-C Cable (1m)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Maker box: Apple Watch Series 8, Band/Loop, Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger to USB-C Cable (1m). Case material and band type depend on the selection.

Galaxy Watch6 Classic, Hybrid eco-leather band, Wireless charging pad with USB-C cable, User manuals11Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-review-2601.phpRead 23 October 2026Box contents: just the user manuals and the charging pad with a cable attached. The cable is USB-C instead of USB-A. There is no dedicated charger in the box.16Retailer pagecdw.com/product/samsung-galaxy-watch6-classic-47mm-black-case-m-l-black-band-bluetooth-wifi/7559486Read 23 October 2026CDW lists the watch with its hybrid eco-leather band (M/L).

Power adapter in boxiA mains/USB power adapter is supplied. A charging cable, inductive puck or charging dock alone does not count.

No1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026No mains adapter in the box. The magnetic cable is not counted.

No1Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-watch6-series-classic-inspiring-best-self-day-night-unpacked-2023Read 23 October 2026Footnote 31: the Samsung 25W USB-C Power Adapter (EP-TA800) is sold separately.11Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_watch6_classic-review-2601.phpRead 23 October 2026Review: no dedicated charger in the box, any USB-C wall charger works.

Links

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Product page

support.apple.com/en-us/1118481Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Exact Apple Watch Series 8 Tech Specs page, year introduced 2022. Data accurate as of product launch. No Series 9 or later value is copied.

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Spec sheet

support.apple.com/en-us/1118481Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111848Read 10 October 2026Same maker page. It is the complete Series 8 technical sheet.

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Manual

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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1year6Maker spec sheet (PDF)image-us.samsung.com/SamsungUS/samsungbusiness/solutions/industries/government/msrp-price-sheets/08142024/Samsung_Wearables_MSRP_Price_File_July_2024.pdfRead 23 October 2026Price file warranty column: 365 days for every Classic model. US market. The German contractual warranty term is not stored.

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