Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Exynos W1000 · Titanium · 100 m WR
89
/ 100
From $649
VS
Apple
Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop)
2022 · Fitness + health
89
/ 100
From $829
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra lands at 89 and Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop) at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra if…
- ✓100 m water resistance
- ✓Multi-band GPS L1+L5
- ✓Sapphire glass + titanium case
Pick Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop) if…
- ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
- ✓GPS + heart rate
- ✓Notification mirroring
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 89
vs 89 Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop)
Score breakdown
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
89 health 90
battery 86
display 92
software 86
durability 96
fitness 0
Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop)
89 health 87
battery 72
display 88
software 0
durability 86
fitness 89
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra | Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop) |
|---|---|---|
| Case | 47 mm titanium | — |
| Display | 480×480 LTPO Sapphire OLED | — |
| Chipset | Exynos W1000 | — |
| Battery | 100 h power-saver / 36 h standard | — |
| Connectivity | GPS L1+L5, BT 5.3, Wi-Fi 6, LTE | — |
| Water resist | 100 m + IP68 | — |
| Release year | — | 2022 |
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Pros
- +100 m water resistance
- +Multi-band GPS L1+L5
- +Sapphire glass + titanium case
Cons
- −Battery shorter than Apple Watch Ultra
- −No raise-to-wake on low-power
- −Limited iOS support
Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop)
Pros
- +Multi-day fitness tracking
- +GPS + heart rate
- +Notification mirroring
Cons
- −Battery life varies dramatically
- −Companion phone required
- −Screen-on drains battery
FAQ: Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra vs Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop)
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra or Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop)? +
Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra worth the price? +
At $649, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in durability.
Is Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop) worth the price? +
At $829, Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop) delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in fitness.
Does Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra or Apple Watch Ultra (Milanese Loop) 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.