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Galaxy Watch 5 — 2022 · Fitness + health
Samsung

Galaxy Watch 5

2022 · Fitness + health

82
/ 100
From $279
VS
Suunto Race (Standard) — Fitness · 2023 · Standard
Suunto

Suunto Race (Standard)

Fitness · 2023 · Standard

82
/ 100
From $450
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Galaxy Watch 5 lands at 82 and Suunto Race (Standard) at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Galaxy Watch 5 if…

  • ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
  • ✓GPS + heart rate
  • ✓Notification mirroring

Pick Suunto Race (Standard) if…

  • ✓Extended battery life vs smartwatches
  • ✓Sleep + recovery metrics
  • ✓Activity-specific modes
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Durability

Galaxy Watch 5

Compared on the durability sub-score

Galaxy Watch 5 leads on durability (86 vs 84).

Battery

Suunto Race (Standard)

Compared on the battery sub-score

Suunto Race (Standard) leads on battery (94 vs 72).

Fitness

Tie

Compared on the fitness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Galaxy Watch 5

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Galaxy Watch 5 more score per dollar ($279 vs $450).

Galaxy Watch 5 82
vs
82 Suunto Race (Standard)

Score breakdown

Galaxy Watch 5
82
battery 72
display 88
fitness 82
health 80
durability 86
Suunto Race (Standard)
82
battery 94
display 74
fitness 82
health 82
durability 84

Specs side-by-side

Galaxy Watch 5 versus Suunto Race (Standard) — full spec comparison
Spec Galaxy Watch 5 Suunto Race (Standard)
Release year
2022
2023
Type
—
Fitness tracker / ring / bike computer
Variant
—
Standard

Galaxy Watch 5

Pros
  • +Multi-day fitness tracking
  • +GPS + heart rate
  • +Notification mirroring
Cons
  • −Battery life varies dramatically
  • −Companion phone required
  • −Screen-on drains battery

Suunto Race (Standard)

Pros
  • +Extended battery life vs smartwatches
  • +Sleep + recovery metrics
  • +Activity-specific modes
Cons
  • −Notifications limited
  • −No smartwatch app store
  • −Some require subscription

FAQ: Galaxy Watch 5 vs Suunto Race (Standard)

Which is better, Galaxy Watch 5 or Suunto Race (Standard)? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Galaxy Watch 5 worth the price? +

At $279, Galaxy Watch 5 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in display.

Is Suunto Race (Standard) worth the price? +

At $450, Suunto Race (Standard) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in battery.

Does Galaxy Watch 5 or Suunto Race (Standard) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for durability, Galaxy Watch 5 or Suunto Race (Standard)? +

Galaxy Watch 5 — leads on durability (86 vs 84). Compared on the durability sub-score.

Which is better for battery, Galaxy Watch 5 or Suunto Race (Standard)? +

Suunto Race (Standard) — leads on battery (94 vs 72). Compared on the battery sub-score.