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Samsung Galaxy Watch FE vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch 4

The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is the latest from the brand, boasting specs similar to the older Galaxy Watch 4.

Header Cell - Column 0 Samsung Galaxy Watch FESamsung Galaxy Watch 4CompatibilityAndroid 11.0 or higherAndroid 6.0 or higherOSWearOS powered by Samsung, One UI 5 WatchWeearOS powered by SamsungColorsBlack, Pink Gold, SilverBlack, Green, Silver (44mm), Black, Pink Gold, Silver (40mm)Swappable BandYesYesBattery Life247mAh (WPC-based wireless charging)361mAh (44mm), 247mAh (40mm)AppGalaxy Wearable appGalaxy Wearable appHeart Rate MonitoringYesYesGPSYesYesSleep MonitoringYesYesSwimproof5ATM, IP685ATM, IP68Phone NotificationsYesYesBlood OxygenYesYesMobile PaySamsung WalletSamsung PayStorage16GB16GBScreen Size1.2 inches1.4 inches (42mm), 1.2 inches (40mm)Screen TypeSuper AMOLEDSuper AMOLEDScreen Resolution396 x 396450 x 450 (44mm), 396 x 396 (40mm)Dimensions39.3 x 40.4 x 9.8mm44.4 x 43.3 x 9.8mm (44mm), 40.4 x 39.3 x 9.8mm (40mm)Weight26.6 grams30 grams (44mm), 26 grams (40mm) This watch has a Samsung BioActive sensor, too, which can track activities and metrics like heart rate, bioelectrical impedance analysis (though you need to manually input your weight each time to get the data), ECG, and more. There isn’t really a compelling reason to go for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 when comparing these two, beyond the larger size option with a slightly higher resolution screen and longer battery life.

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