Key Takeaways
1. Introduction of antioxidant index measurement for health monitoring, included in both Galaxy Watch Ultra and Watch8 series.
2. Storage upgrade from 32 GB in the 2024 model to 64 GB in the 2025 Galaxy Watch Ultra.
3. Retains the Exynos W1000 chip and 2 GB of RAM with largely unchanged specifications from last year.
4. Equipped with a 590 mAh battery, offering up to 100 hours of use in power-saving mode and a 10 ATM water resistance rating.
5. Features a 1.5-inch display with 3,000 nits peak brightness, Quick Button, and dual-frequency GPS, priced at €699 in Europe.
Along with the Galaxy Watch 8 series, Samsung has launched an updated version of the Galaxy Watch Ultra. The specifications are quite alike to the 2024 model, but there are some notable differences. One such difference is the introduction of a new health monitoring feature: antioxidant index measurement.
New Health Monitoring Feature
This feature is also included in the smartwatches from the Watch8 series. According to Samsung, it can measure carotenoids, which may help users evaluate the healthiness of their diet. In addition to this new health tracking capability, the internal storage of the 2025 Galaxy Watch Ultra has been enhanced.
Storage Upgrade
While the 2024 model (currently priced at $299.99 on Amazon) has 32 GB of storage, the 2025 version boosts that to 64 GB. The latest Watch Ultra continues to be powered by the Exynos W1000 chip, and it retains 2 GB of RAM. As for the other specifications, they are largely unchanged from last year’s model.
Battery Life and Durability
The 2025 Galaxy Watch Ultra comes equipped with a 590 mAh battery, which is claimed to provide up to 100 hours of use in power-saving mode. As a rugged device, it boasts a 10 ATM water resistance rating, and Samsung claims that the titanium chassis can withstand daily wear and tear.
Another key feature of the updated Galaxy Watch Ultra includes a 1.5-inch display with a peak brightness of 3,000 nits, a Quick Button, and dual-frequency GPS. The new smartwatch is priced at €699 in Europe, and it is offered in Blue Titanium, Grey Titanium, White Titanium, and Black Titanium.