Apple Watch 10 Crowned Winner in Head-to-Head Battle Against New Galaxy Watch 8 Classic
Apple Watch 10 Crowned Winner in Head-to-Head Battle Against New Galaxy Watch 8 Classic
The Apple Watch Series 10 has emerged as the superior fitness tracker in a rigorous 5,000-step test, outperforming the newly announced Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic. Conducted just after the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic’s early July 2025 unveiling and pre-order availability, this head-to-head showdown aimed to determine which flagship smartwatch offers more precise data for active users.
In the crucial step-counting accuracy challenge, the Apple Watch Series 10, released in Fall 2024 and already recognized as a top wearable, proved significantly more accurate. While a control manual count confirmed 5,000 steps, the Apple Watch 10 recorded 5,083 steps, remarkably close to the actual total. In contrast, the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, which features a new “cushion” case design and enhanced wellness tools, overcounted steps by a larger margin, registering 5,223.
Despite the disparity in step accuracy, both devices performed admirably in other key metrics. Distance, elevation gain, and average pace data from both smartwatches closely aligned with independent Strava tracking. Heart rate monitoring also showed similar average results, though the Apple Watch recorded a higher maximum heart rate. Battery consumption during the test was slightly higher for the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic.
Ultimately, for users prioritizing step-counting precision, the Apple Watch Series 10 maintains its lead, solidifying its position as a top contender in the competitive smartwatch market even against Samsung’s latest offering.
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