Updated
Updated · Business Standard · Sep 2
Samsung Pitches Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 at Rs 64,999 as 48-Hour Battery Outruns Watch 9
Updated
Updated · Business Standard · Sep 2

Samsung Pitches Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 at Rs 64,999 as 48-Hour Battery Outruns Watch 9

3 articles · Updated · Business Standard · Sep 2

Summary

  • 48-hour battery life with always-on display made the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 the easier watch to live with, while the Galaxy Watch 9 generally lasted about a day and often needed charging around sleep tracking.
  • 800mAh battery, 5,000-nit 1.52-inch display and outdoor extras such as Trail Run, GPX navigation and diving support push the Ultra 2 toward workouts and rugged use.
  • Rs 37,999 Galaxy Watch 9 counters with a slimmer, lighter design that felt better for desk work and formal wear, while still offering Samsung’s core health tracking and Wear OS features.
  • Both watches share the Snapdragon Wear Elite platform, One UI 9 Watch on Wear OS 7 and BioActive health sensors, though ECG and blood-pressure monitoring still require a compatible Samsung phone.
  • The review’s bottom line is a split choice: the Watch 9 suits everyday comfort and lower cost, while the Ultra 2 justifies its higher price for battery life, brighter screen and outdoor capability.

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