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Main Differences Between Galaxy Watch Active and Active 2
- Optional LTE (eSIM) support on the Active 2
- Active 2 is larger and heavier than the original Active
- Less durable glass on the original Active
- Active 2 has twice the RAM of the Active
- Active uses Bluetooth 4.2, while Active 2 has Bluetooth 5.0
- Battery capacity: Active 230mAh, Active 2 340mAh
Processor, RAM & Performance
Both the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active and Active 2 run on the Exynos 9110 (10nm) chipset, powered by a 1.15GHz Dual-Core CPU. The Active 2, however, includes 1.5 GB RAM, while the original Active has just 768 MB, resulting in better multitasking on the newer model.
| Active | Active 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 768 MB | 1.5 GB |
| Processor | Exynos 9110 | Exynos 9110 |
| CPU | 1.15 GHz Cortex-A53 | 1.15 GHz Cortex-A53 |
Battery Life
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 has a 47% larger battery than the original Active (340mAh vs 230mAh). Both models support wireless charging using the included Qi-compatible charger.
Size Comparison
The Galaxy Watch Active 2 (44mm) is significantly larger and 17g heavier than the Watch Active.
Galaxy Watch Active Dimensions
- Height: 39.5mm
- Width: 39.5mm
- Depth: 10.5mm
- Screen: 1.1 inches
- Weight: 25g
Galaxy Watch Active 2 (40mm) Dimensions
- Height: 40mm
- Width: 40mm
- Depth: 10.9mm
- Screen: 1.2 inches
- Weight: 26g
Galaxy Watch Active 2 (44mm) Dimensions
- Height: 44mm
- Width: 44mm
- Depth: 10.9mm
- Screen: 1.4 inches
- Weight: 42g
Software & Functionality
Both models run Samsung’s own Tizen OS 4.0. This software is consistent across Samsung smartwatches, except for the Galaxy Watch 4 series which now runs Google’s Wear OS. As a result, functionality between the Active and Active 2 is mostly identical.
eSIM & VO2Max on Active 2
The Active 2 supports eSIM, enabling phone calls and data connectivity directly from the watch. It also includes VO2Max tracking, which measures oxygen consumption during exercise — a great indicator of fitness levels.
Durability
Both watches are IP68 rated and water-resistant up to 50m. They also comply with the MIL-STD-810G military standard.
The Galaxy Watch Active features Corning Gorilla Glass 3, while the Active 2 has the more robust Gorilla Glass DX+, offering better scratch and impact resistance while maintaining clarity and touch sensitivity.
Bluetooth Versions
The Galaxy Watch Active uses Bluetooth 4.2, while the Active 2 features Bluetooth 5.0. This upgrade means faster data transfer over longer distances (up to 4x further with 8x more data capacity).
Full Comparison Table
| Feature | Active 2 | Active |
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 1.5 GB | 768 MB |
| eSIM Support | Yes | No |
| VO2Max | Yes | No |
| Battery Capacity | 340 mAh | 230 mAh |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 4.2 |
Also read our comparison between Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Watch 3.
Which Straps Fit the Galaxy Watch Active and Active 2?
Both models use standard 20mm straps. This means straps designed for the Galaxy Watch Active will also fit the Active 2, and vice versa. Explore over 200 strap designs at Smartwatch-straps.co.uk.
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