The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 series was also officially introduced at the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2022 event. It is offered in two different models that include the Galaxy Watch5 and the Galaxy Watch5 Pro with a refreshed design and exciting functional enhancements. Sapphire Crystal glass is used for better protection, but no rotating bezel is included on either model.
We start first with the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 which is offered in 40mm size with a 1.2-inch screen (369 x 369 pixels) and 44mm with a 1.4-inch size (450 X 450 pixels). The screen is a Super AMOLED type with color display and touch support. Also complementing it are two physical buttons on the right side with a simple silicone strap.
This watch is powered by an Exynos W920 chip with 1.5GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. The battery used is advertised as 13% larger with a capacity of 284mAh (40mm) and 410mAh (44mm). The supported charging system is also advertised to be 60% faster than the previous generation.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro is a model with a larger body size of 45mm with a color Super AMOLED screen and touch support. It is also paired with an Exynos W920 chip with 1.5GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. The included 590mAh battery also supports a fast charging system that is advertised to be 60% better than the previous generation.
All models are equipped with pulse scanner sensors, blood oxygen, blood pressure, stress level, NFC and GPS. Automatic tracking of various types of exercise and tracking of sleep patterns complete with snoring detection are also included. Next, both are also designed with 5ATM + IP68 durability which makes them splash proof and run OneUI 4.5 based on WearOS 3.5.
A new feature introduced is the ability to track outdoor activities in real time through the Route Workout feature. It allows users to see the accuracy of map information, at the same time the Track back function to avoid the risk of getting lost while doing activities and returning home safely. These functions are however only available on the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro model only.
For the price, the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 (bluetooth) is offered at a price starting at RM1,099 with Graphite, Pink Gold and Silver colors for the 40mm variant. Meanwhile, the 44mm (bluetooth) variant is available in Graphite, Sapphire and Silver colors and is sold at RM1,199. Then, the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro is sold starting at RM1,899 in Black Titanium and Gray Titanium colors. The pre-order session has been opened starting today through Samsung Malaysia's official website.