Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2

And yes, the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is one of the first devices to use Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear Elite chipset - which is a stark departure from the Exynos used in the previous generation. The new chipset is supposedly more powerful and energy efficient. Samsung says it improves GPS accuracy, too.

So, first up, we've already seen the official images of the Watch Ultra 2. And for the most part, the design hasn't changed much. The bezels are slimmer, which means the display is slightly bigger. But that's not the only display upgrade because apparently, Samsung is also giving this watch an insanely bright screen

E Expert Reviews Ben Johnston · reviewer · Jul 2026

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is slightly more deserving of fanfare than the brand’s concurrently released smartwatch , the Galaxy Watch 9. This is because, unlike the majority of Samsung’s lineup, the Watch Ultra series doesn’t get updated every year.

When you put everything together, the larger and brighter display, the much bigger battery, the thinner design, the faster Snapdragon chip, the upgraded durability, the new dive features, smarter AI experience and a host of new health features, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 feels like far more than a routine yearly refresh. This is shaping up to be Samsung's biggest smartwatch upgrade in years

C CNET Vanessa Hand Orellana · reviewer · Aug 2026

I’ll admit the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 isn’t my usual type of wearable. It’s bigger and bulkier than what I normally wear on my wrist, and pricier than I’d normally spend on a smartwatch. But after three weeks of testing, it’s grown on me.

Personally, I think the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is one of the best looking smartwatches on the market

S SamMobile Max Jambor · reviewer · Aug 2026

Samsung’s software remains one of the watch’s biggest advantages over more traditional fitness devices. You get access to the Google Play Store and popular apps such as Google Maps, Google Wallet, Spotify, Gmail, and YouTube Music.

I think the new Watch Ultra 2 is a more substantial upgrade that is definitely worth considering compared to the previous Ultra

B British GQ Josiah Gogarty · reviewer · Jul 2026

If you like pelting up and down hills and valleys to get your endorphins going, this is what you need. A dive feature, tracking depth, submersion time and water temperature, is coming later this year too.

And as expected, excellent brightness on this Watch Ultra 2

P Pcmag Andrew Gebhart · reviewer

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is a powerhouse smartwatch that justifies its high price for outdoor enthusiasts with three-day battery life, a super-bright screen, and scuba-diving durability,

So, yeah, this is the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. A tremendous smart watch that I think finally I can retire the notion that the Apple Watch is by far the best smart watch out there. Because I think this is like every bit as good as the Apple Watch

S SAYS Laila Zain · reviewer · Aug 2026

It's great at handling everyday tasks, including calls, messaging, and scheduling.

A Adam Lobo TV Adam Lobo TV · 264K subscribers · Aug 2026

So, for the display, that's a five out of five stars for me. Now, since it's an ultra, durability matters here, especially with the overall look. Now, the display sits inside a 47 mm titanium case. But, now the watch has went on a diet because it's only 10.7 mm thick, which is about 12% slimmer than before. Now, to be honest, I did not think that anyone was complaining about the form factor to make it slimmer than before because if they really wanted a slimmer build, they could always gotten the regular Galaxy Watch 9.

T TechOdyssey TechOdyssey · 217K subscribers · Jul 2026

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is the new king of the smart watches, end even better than the Galaxy Watch Ultra! It's thinner, lighter, has a better band, brighter screen, bigger battery, and more! You're going to love it!

C Chase the Summit Chase the Summit · 189K subscribers · Jul 2026

Okay, so here is the watch itself and wow, that is a attractive watch.

Overall, the Ultra 2 wins the size comparison for me. Not because it looks smaller from above, but because Samsung reduced the thickness

Clear winner, Watch Ultra 2 is far ahead compared to the Watch 8 Classic, and it's a really good deal in terms of battery life and the display

N Nytimes Article

The Galaxy Watch Ultra2 offers a large, bright display, a long-lasting battery, and a suite of fitness-tracking features, all housed in a titanium case built for rugged activities. It’s heavier, larger, and more expensive than our other picks.

The Ultra 2 is not a universal best choice. It's a specific tool for specific tasks. In short uh speaking, if you are uh on Android, then get the Ultra 2. If you are really into diving, trail running, or cycling at a serious level, and you care about maximum screen brightness every day, then get the Ultra 2. In all other cases, either the regular watch, the watch 9, uh which will save you money without losing any daily functionality in principle, because they have the same processor, the same health features uh there. Or take a look at Apple if satellite connectivity is essential for you

A Android Police Andy Boxall · reviewer · Aug 2026

However, the tradeoff comes in the large, often ungainly overall size.

I've been using the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 for about a couple weeks now and it's been a mostly incredible experience. But there's been a couple of really odd and frustrating quirks with the device.

C Chase the Summit Chase the Summit · 189K subscribers · Jul 2026

However, it needs some work, in my opinion.

T The Gray Dog The Gray Dog · 18.2K subscribers · Aug 2026

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is a great smartwatch with a sporty twist. In my opinion, this is not a serious sports watch with smart functions

N Nick Sutrich Nick Sutrich · 7.4K subscribers · Aug 2026

Now, while the dimming rate is great on this watch, the modulation is pretty bad.

T The Tech Shed The Tech Shed · 3K subscribers · Sept 2026

arguably the best of that thing, but there's not a lot here to get super excited about. So, without wasting more time, let's look into it.