Samsung · Updated June 2026
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra: price, specs & release date
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, released 2024-07. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: en.wikipedia.org verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is listed at $650 on en.wikipedia.org as of 2026-06-27, #16 cheapest of 18 smartwatches (median $360); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 18/100 pay-blind standing, #19 of 21 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Tough titanium build / durable adventure-focused design; Dual-frequency GPS accuracy finally solid.
- Skip if Battery still too short to last an adventurous weekend is a dealbreaker.
Is the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra a good buy?
At $650, the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is #15 cheapest of the 17 smartwatches we track, where the median is $349.99. On the spec sheet, its water resistance of 100 m is the highest of the 23, its case size of 47 mm is above the median of the 23, and its battery hr of 60 is above the median of the 19.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Physical metricsrecorded
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- Outlets on record1 tested · 1 mention-only
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One independent lab measured this product across 2 physical metrics — battery and gps-workout burn rate. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 1 other outlet has it on record by mention only.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Two whitelisted hands-on testers reviewed the 2024 47mm Galaxy Watch Ultra. DC Rainmaker ran a fitness-focused test with GPS/HR accuracy comparisons and battery logging (no lab bench); TechRadar tested for a week of real-world wear. Both praise the tough titanium build and the finally-solid dual-frequency GPS. DC Rainmaker measured ~5%/hour GPS drain and 2.5-3 days real-world battery; both flag the heavy/bulky size and battery that still falls short of a wilderness weekend.
Based on 2 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2024-07-31–2024-08-01
Tested by DC Rainmaker, TechRadar
Consistently praised
- Tough titanium build / durable adventure-focused design · 2 sources
- Dual-frequency GPS accuracy finally solid · 2 sources
- Strong battery for a WearOS watch (2.5-3 days real-world, DCR)
Commonly flagged
- Battery still too short to last an adventurous weekend
- Big, thick and bulky on the wrist; screen no larger than 44mm Watch 7
- Optical heart rate struggles for cycling / rougher terrain
Where reviewers disagree Same raw battery figure, opposite framing: DC Rainmaker calls consistently getting 2.5-3 days of battery life 'effing astounding for a WearOS watch,' while TechRadar found it 'barely lasted into day three' and frustrating for an Ultra-branded device — a WearOS-baseline vs endurance-watch expectation gap.
The sources (2)
GPS-workout battery drain (ride): 47% used in 8hr 40min (~18hrs GPS estimate) · GPS-workout battery drain (ride): 36% used in 7hr 43min · GPS-workout burn rate: ~5%/hour · Real-world smartwatch battery: 2.5 to 3 days (no LTE, with workouts)
when I look at GNSS/GPS accuracy on the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, it’s very solid
despite often hours of workouts each day, I’m very consistently getting 2.5 to 3 days of battery life on the unit
for cycling, it really struggles more than its competitors
The build quality is excellent, it's packed with outdoor-focused features
with the always-on display enabled and a couple of GPS workouts undertaken, it barely lasted into day three
The Watch Ultra is so big, so thick, and the bright orange strap our testing unit came with so visible, that it really does stick out like a sore thumb
Specifications
| Price (US) | $650 MSRP, 47mm titanium with LTE (only config) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Samsung |
| Released | 2024-07 |
| Case size (mm) | 47 |
| Display type | AMOLED |
| Battery hr | 60 |
| Gps | Yes |
| Lte option | Yes |
| Water resistance (m) | 100 |
| OS | Wear OS 5 / One UI Watch 6 |
| Ecg | Yes |
| Weight (g) | 61 |
Source: en.wikipedia.org (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by expertreviews.co.uk. Wikipedia: 47.1x47.1x12.1 mm titanium case, AMOLED with sapphire crystal, A-GPS dual-frequency, IP68+10ATM (100 m), Wear OS 5.0 / One UI Watch 6, ECG confirmed, weight 60.5 g. Expert Reviews: 47 mm, 1.5-in Super AMOLED 480x480, 3000 nits, battery 60 hr with AOD on / 80 hr without, dual-frequency GPS, 10 ATM (100 m), ECG, weight 60 g. Android Police: $650 US launch price confirmed. weight_g rounded to 61 (60.5 g). battery_hr=60 is the AOD-enabled rated figure per Expert Reviews.
Is the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra worth it vs cheaper smartwatches?
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra against its closest cheaper and pricier smartwatches on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 18 ranked
| Product | Price | Case size (mm) | Display type | Battery hr | Gps | Lte option |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra this | $650 | 47 | AMOLED | 60 | Yes | Yes |
| Garmin Venu 3 | $449.99 | 45 | AMOLED | 336 | Yes | No |
| Apple Watch Ultra 2 | $799 | 49 | LTPO OLED | 36 | Yes | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra?
Two whitelisted hands-on testers reviewed the 2024 47mm Galaxy Watch Ultra. DC Rainmaker ran a fitness-focused test with GPS/HR accuracy comparisons and battery logging (no lab bench); TechRadar tested for a week of real-world wear. Both praise the tough titanium build and the finally-solid dual-frequency GPS. DC Rainmaker measured ~5%/hour GPS drain and 2.5-3 days real-world battery; both flag the heavy/bulky size and battery that still falls short of a wilderness weekend. Praised: Tough titanium build / durable adventure-focused design; Dual-frequency GPS accuracy finally solid; Strong battery for a WearOS watch (2.5-3 days real-world, DCR). Flagged: Battery still too short to last an adventurous weekend; Big, thick and bulky on the wrist; screen no larger than 44mm Watch 7; Optical heart rate struggles for cycling / rougher terrain. (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra cost?
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra has a US price of $650 (MSRP, 47mm titanium with LTE (only config)), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra compare on price?
At $650, the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is #15 cheapest of the 17 smartwatches we track, where the median is $349.99.
When was the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra released?
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra was released 2024-07.
What are the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra's key specs?
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (Samsung): case size mm 47, display type AMOLED, battery hr 60, gps Yes, lte option Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $650 at en.wikipedia.org, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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