Samsung

Galaxy Watch 5

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5

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Sentiment score45% positive
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Last updated: Jul 8, 2026

Reddit Reviews

Reddit Iconbkos1122
12 months ago

I wouldn’t expect a major breakthrough in this matter in few years. We need better battery technology for that. Amazfit and Huawei have simpler OS and CPUs, so energy consumption is much lower. I’ve never owned an Apple Watch, but I had Galaxy Watch 5 and I needed to charge it every day too, but I think it’s not a big problem. Just put it on a charger once day when you don’t need a watch on your wrist. It’s not just a problem of Apple Watch. Watches with Android (WearOS) have similar battery life.

Reddit IconFillixxx
12 months ago

I still have the GW 5 and it's been incredibly laggy and slow the past year. I've only had it for about 2 years now and I'm not the type to jump to the newest thing immidiately. I'd feel bad replacing it so soon. But if I were, would the 8 classic be a good choice? Or should I look at the 7 instead?

Reddit Iconinthiseeconomy
5 months ago

jo bhi lena inbuilt gps ho toh hi lena. Like galaxy watch 4, 5. amazfit bip. etc

Reddit IconMonochromeBrunette
9 months ago

Thirding the Fit 3. I have a Galaxy watch 5 as well but I got so sick of charging it every day. The battery on the Fit 3 lasts so long! I think I last charged it 2 weeks ago and use it everyday to track my stats.

Reddit IconNeat_Pangolin_6519
5 months ago

I have a galaxy watch 5 and I gave it to my husband because the fit3's battery is like a week and I don't need any of the features lol

Reddit Iconnick61416
7 months ago

I bought a used Galaxy watch 5 golf edition for under $30. It has been great so far.

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