Samsung’s next Galaxy smartwatches could last longer than ever, thanks to bigger batteries and more efficient processors.
According to a report from WinFuture, Samsung is set to swap its long-running Exynos smartwatch chips for Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Wear Elite platform. This new chip is built on a 3nm manufacturing process, and as such, should bring a welcome boost to both performance and power efficiency. As a result, everyday tasks might feel snappier while battery life could be extended.
The leak also suggests that memory and storage will vary by model. Samsung is reportedly pairing the new chipset with 2GB of RAM. Alongside that, you get either 32GB or 64GB of internal storage depending on the version you choose.
Battery upgrades appear to be a mixed bag across the range. The smaller 40mm Galaxy Watch 9 is expected to retain the same 325mAh battery as the current model. However, the larger 44mm version could receive a slight increase to 445mAh, up from 435mAh on the Galaxy Watch 8.
The biggest improvement, however, may be reserved for the flagship. The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is tipped to jump from the original Ultra’s 590mAh battery to a much larger 800mAh cell. If that figure proves accurate, it could translate into a noticeable improvement in endurance. This would be particularly true for users who rely on GPS tracking, health monitoring and multi-day adventures.
The latest report follows several recent leaks focusing on redesigned straps and refreshed styling. This time, however, the spotlight is firmly on internal hardware.
Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy Watch 9 series alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra and Z Flip 8 during Galaxy Unpacked on 22 July. With less than two weeks to go, it shouldn’t be long before we find out whether these leaked specifications make the final cut.
