According to a recent report, Samsung’s upcoming wearable series might feature the Samsung Galaxy Watch X as the top-of-the-line smartwatch. The company is expected to introduce the successors to the Galaxy Watch 6 lineup at the next Galaxy Unpacked event in July. This event will also showcase Samsung’s new foldable smartphones. Additionally, the much-anticipated Galaxy Ring, which was teased at the Mobile World Congress (MWC 2024) in February, is expected to debut.
Earlier reports suggested that Samsung might introduce a new premium tier in its smartwatch lineup. While it was initially speculated that the new model would adopt the “Ultra” name, similar to Apple’s smartwatches, a report from Tech Manics (in Greek) claims it could be named the Galaxy Watch X instead.
The Galaxy Watch X is expected to be a more advanced version of the Galaxy Watch 7, designed for heavy-duty use. It is speculated to offer water resistance up to 100 meters, double the capability of Samsung’s current flagship smartwatches.
Another significant improvement expected in the Galaxy Watch X is battery life. The current Galaxy Watch 6 offers up to 40 hours of usage on a single charge with the always-on display (AOD) turned off. The Galaxy Watch X is rumored to more than double this, promising up to 100 hours of battery life.
The Galaxy Watch X is set for a major jump in performance and efficiency, courtesy of the new Exynos W1000 chipset, according to a report from Korea. This System on Chip (SoC) is reportedly built on Samsung’s second-generation 3nm node, known as SF3, representing a significant advancement over the 5nm W930 used in the current Galaxy Watch 5. Compared to Apple’s 5nm S9 processor, the Exynos W1000 is a substantial upgrade, promising enhanced performance and efficiency for the Galaxy Watch X.
While no official pricing has been revealed, it is speculated that the Galaxy Watch X will be priced significantly higher than Samsung’s current smartwatch offerings. It is expected to compete directly with the Apple Watch Ultra 2 in terms of specifications and pricing.
This news comes just days after reports surfaced that the Galaxy Watch 7 series, which includes the Galaxy Watch 7, Watch 7 Pro, and the new Watch X, might feature a design overhaul. Leaked renders suggest the latest premium model will have a square frame, a third circular button, and various health sensors. The smartwatch is expected to retain the rotating bezels and feature a 1.5-inch circular display, measuring 47 x 47.4 x 16.4mm.