Overview
Samsung’s Galaxy Watch6 Classic line, released alongside the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Z Flip5 at Galaxy Unpacked 2023, comes in two sizes (47mm and 43mm) and offers both Bluetooth and LTE options. The Classic variant is crafted with a durable stainless steel case and a rotating bezel, while the standard model uses lighter aluminum without a rotating bezel. Both versions feature two display sizes and are available in various color options.
Design & Performance
The 47mm Galaxy Watch6 Classic boasts a 1.5-inch Super AMOLED screen (480×480 resolution) shielded by Sapphire glass and paired with a stainless steel body and faux leather strap. Its rotating bezel is exceptionally smooth, making navigation easy and reducing smudges on the display. Equipped with Samsung’s Exynos W930 dual-core processor, the Watch6 Classic runs on Wear OS 4 with Samsung’s One UI Watch 5, offering an intuitive, responsive interface. For pairing, it works seamlessly with Samsung Galaxy phones and remains compatible with other Android devices, though it does not support iOS.
Health & Fitness Features
Packed with health tools, the Galaxy Watch6 Classic supports 90 workout modes, ECG, heart rate, and blood oxygen monitoring, body composition, sleep tracking, and fall detection. Certain features, like blood pressure monitoring and ECG, are available only on Samsung devices through the Samsung Health Monitor app.
Battery Life
The Watch6 Classic 47mm offers a day and a half of battery life with standard usage, including GPS and activity tracking. By limiting features, users can stretch this to two days, though most will find themselves charging it daily.
Pricing
In Malaysia, the 47mm Bluetooth model is priced at approximately RM1,499, while the LTE version starts at RM1,799. Converting to USD, this places the Bluetooth model around $320 USD, and the LTE version around $385 USD. However, U.S. retail prices may vary slightly due to regional availability and additional taxes.
Verdict
With its excellent display, rotating bezel, and robust health monitoring capabilities, the Galaxy Watch6 Classic 47mm is a premium choice. Despite its average battery life and Samsung-only health features, it’s an ideal smartwatch for Samsung users seeking functionality and elegance in one package.
