Head-to-head · Best Smartwatches

Google Pixel Watch 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.0 vs 4.2). The gap is mostly about Outdoor adventurers seeking long battery life — read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #10 in Best Smartwatches

Google Pixel Watch 4

4.0

9 sources1 derived

The Google Pixel Watch 4 features a refined curved display with improved brightness and smaller bezels, delivering over two days of battery life. It includes built-in Gemini AI assistant and maintains accurate fitness tracking capabilities. While it offers a sleek design and solid performance, it lacks new sensors and restricts some features behind a paywall. This smartwatch appeals to users prioritizing style and battery longevity over advanced health monitoring.

Strengths

— More than two days of battery life (56 hours tested)
— Built-in Gemini for voice control
— Accurate exercise and sleep tracking

Watch-outs

— Daily run recommendations are paywalled
— Lack of sapphire glass makes the display prone to scratches

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Higher ratedRanked #4 in Best Smartwatches

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2

4.2

7 sources1 derived$699.99as of Aug 22

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 offers a significant upgrade in battery life and processing power, making it a compelling choice for users seeking a rugged, feature-rich smartwatch. Its 800 mAh battery delivers up to 50 hours of use with always-on display, while the Snapdragon Wear Elite processor enhances AI interactions like hands-free Gemini. However, its premium price point and some missing features like dive mode and trail map search at launch may deter some buyers. The watch is best suited for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals who value durability and long battery life over everyday convenience.

Strengths

— 50-hour battery life with always-on display enabled
— Fast Snapdragon Wear Elite processor improves AI features like hands-free Gemini
— Durable titanium design with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal

Watch-outs

— Expensive at $700 ($50 more than previous gen)
— Trail map search not functional at launch
— Dive mode unavailable at launch

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Derived means the reviewer published no score, so one was inferred from their written verdict. Everything else is a number the publisher printed. How we rank.

How they stack up

Google Pixel Watch 4

The Google Pixel Watch 4 offers over two days of battery life and built-in Gemini AI, which is more than the Apple Watch Series 11 or OnePlus Watch 3, but it lacks sapphire glass and restricts some features behind a paywall. Unlike the Garmin Venu 4, it doesn't provide advanced fitness metrics or recovery tracking, and while it's more affordable than the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, it doesn't offer the same durability or health monitoring capabilities. The Apple Watch SE 3 provides better value with its updated design and speaker capabilities.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 stands out with its 50-hour battery life and titanium design, but unlike the Apple Watch Series 11, it lacks 5G support and doesn't offer the same level of integration with iOS ecosystems. While the Garmin Venu 4 provides more advanced fitness metrics, the Ultra 2's Snapdragon Wear Elite processor gives it an edge in AI features like hands-free Gemini. However, its high price point and missing dive mode at launch make it less appealing compared to the OnePlus Watch 3, which offers five-day battery life at a more competitive price.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Google Pixel Watch 4	Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2
Display Type	AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Compatibility	Android	Android phones only
Water Resistance	5 ATM IP68	IP68/IP69K; 100m/10ATM; 40m swimproof/diving
OS	Wear OS 6.0	Android Wear OS 7, One UI Watch 9
Material	100% recycled aluminum	Titanium case
Battery	325 mAh	800 mAh
Connectivity	4G LTE and UMTS, Bluetooth 6.0, Wi-Fi, NFC, Ultra wideband, Satellite SOS	LTE; eSIM; Wi-Fi 4; BT 6.0; NFC
Dimensions	41mm diameter x 12.3mm height	41.7mm x 45.7mm, 46mm x 49mm

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