Is the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Worth It?

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is a smartwatch with advanced features, allowing you to monitor your lifestyle in detail. Additionally, it offers various smartwatch functions. Read on to discover if the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is worth it.

In this blog, you’ll find the following information about the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro:

• Display and Design
• Health Monitoring
• Connectivity
• Differences Between the Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
• Should You Upgrade from the Watch 5 to the Watch 5 Pro

	Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
Dimensions	45.4 x 45.4 x 10.5 mm
Weight	46.5g
Display	Sapphire crystal and 1.4" (34.6mm)
Resolution	450x450
Material	Titanium
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.2, NFC, GPS
Battery Life "Normal Use"	Up to 80 hours
Colours	Titanium Grey and Titanium Black
Available Memory (GB)	7.5

Display

The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro features a sharp AMOLED screen with a resolution of 450 x 450 on the main display. The display quality is high, as expected from this smartwatch. The colours are vibrant, and the responsive screen makes operation easy. The edges of the Galaxy Watch 5 are also touch-sensitive, allowing you to scroll or adjust volume and brightness using the bezel.

Design

If we believe Samsung’s claims, the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is the ideal smartwatch for outdoor activities. The case is highly durable, made with titanium edges and sapphire glass.

The watch comes with the Samsung D-Buckle sport band. You can replace the band and pair it with alternatives, such as a sleek leather band or a comfortable nylon one. Take a look at our Galaxy Watch 5 Pro straps.

Dust and Water Resistance

Besides its sturdy case, the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is water-resistant. Thanks to its IP68 certification, dust, sweat, rain, or swimming pose no issue.

Health Monitoring

The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro allows you to measure various activities. Read on to learn about the daily activities you can track.

Bioactive Sensor

On the back of the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, you’ll find the bioactive sensor, also present in the Galaxy Watch 5. This sensor measures your heart rate, blood oxygen levels, and performs an electrocardiogram (ECG).

Additionally, with the BIA sensor (bio-electrical impedance analysis), you can measure your BMI, body fat percentage, and muscle mass. By placing your finger on the screen, an electrical current passes through your body to assess muscles, fat, and bones.

Route Workout

The route workout GPS function is exclusive to the Pro 5. Route workout lets you follow pre-set routes while walking or cycling. You need to import special GPX files from your phone. Once imported, select the route workout function, and your watch will display the route. You can even create your own routes with this feature.

Fitness

The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is an ideal workout partner. It features an automatic workout detection that recognises when you start exercising. It’s smart enough to pause your workout tracking if you stop at a traffic light.

In the Samsung Health app, you can find free and paid training schedules, sorted by category (balance, weight loss, cardio, yoga, etc.) and difficulty level. The Health app also lets you view your heart rate and calorie burn data.

Sleep Monitoring

You can monitor your sleep with the Watch 5 Pro, tracking how deeply or lightly you slept, when, and for how long. The same applies to your REM sleep. Check the analysis in the Samsung Health App.

The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro has a large screen and, with the Samsung D-Buckle sport band, weighs about 76 grams, which some may find uncomfortable during sleep. For lighter bands, check out our Galaxy Watch 5 Pro straps.

Battery Quality

The battery quality of the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro sets it apart from other Android smartwatches. It lasts approximately 3 days without charging. Tracking a 30-minute activity, such as with GPS, uses about 5% of the battery. Samsung claims up to 80 hours, but with daily always-on display and health monitoring, it lasts around 3 days.

Charging from 0% takes:

• 20 minutes to reach 40%
• 40 minutes to reach 65%
• 90 minutes to reach 100%

Connectivity

The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro can connect to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. You should consider if this is sufficient. If not, you can opt for the LTE version. With the LTE version, you can leave your phone at home and still receive notifications, emails, messages, and answer calls.

It’s important to note that you need to link an eSIM to your mobile network. Adding an eSIM to your existing plan incurs extra monthly costs and isn’t supported by all providers. Check this before choosing the LTE version.

Differences Between Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro

	Galaxy Watch 5	Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
Display	40mm: 1.19-inch (396x396), AMOLED display 44mm: 1.36-inch (450x450), AMOLED display	1.36-inch (450x450), AMOLED display
Material	Armor Aluminium	Titanium
Weight	40mm: 28.7g 44mm: 33.5g	46.5g
Sensors	Accelerometer, Barometer, Samsung Bioactive Sensor (optical heart rate + electrical heart signal + BIA), skin temperature, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, light sensor	Accelerometer, Barometer, Samsung Bioactive Sensor (optical heart rate + electrical heart signal + BIA), skin temperature, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, light sensor
Battery	40mm: 284 mAh 44mm: 410 mAh	590 mAh
Battery Life	50 hours	80 hours
Colours	40mm: Silver, Graphite, Rose Gold 44mm: Blue, Silver, Graphite	Titanium Black, Titanium Grey
Connectivity	Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and 5GHz, GPS, NFC, LTE (optional)	Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and 5GHz, GPS, NFC, LTE (optional)
Route Workout	-	✔️
Price	40mm: £299.00 £349.00 LTE version 44mm: £329.00 £359.00 LTE version	£462.00 £512.00 LTE version

The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is essentially a more luxurious version of the Galaxy Watch 5. Samsung markets the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro as a smartwatch for adventurers, while the Galaxy Watch 5 is positioned for daily health goals. However, the differences between the two are not substantial. There’s no compelling reason to choose the Watch 5 Pro over the Watch 5 unless you find the longer battery life and GPX route workout feature irresistible.

Moreover, with other Wear OS apps, you can easily use an alternative app to track your workout routes. Additionally, a smaller Watch 5 might be more comfortable on your wrist during sleep. The Watch 5 Pro doesn’t offer significant improvements in usability or features.

Should You Choose the Galaxy Watch 5 or Galaxy Watch 5 Pro?

As noted earlier, the two smartwatches don’t differ greatly. However, deciding can be tricky, so let us help you!

Choose the Galaxy Watch 5 if you:

• Find a smaller smartwatch acceptable
• Want a more affordable version of the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro

Choose the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro if you:

• Prioritise battery life
• Want a unique design with titanium
• Plan to use GPS features for cycling and hiking

Conclusion

The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is a premium smartwatch with a titanium case and sapphire glass. The route workout with GPX functionality allows you to create and import routes for walking and cycling. Its battery life is a significant upgrade compared to other Android smartwatches. However, the differences from the Galaxy Watch 5, beyond these features, aren’t substantial enough to justify a price difference of over £100.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you use the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro without your smartphone nearby?

Yes, with the LTE version, your smartphone doesn’t need to be nearby to receive messages, notifications, and answer calls.

Can you replace the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro strap?

Yes, check out our Galaxy Watch 5 Pro straps, available in various styles.

Do Galaxy Watch 5 straps fit the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro?

Yes, the Galaxy Watch 5 40mm and 44mm straps fit the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, as all wristbands are one size.

Is the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro compatible with iPhone?

No, you need an Android device, and if you’re not using a Samsung phone, a special plug-in is required.