How to Track Sleep on Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro automatically tracks sleep using motion, heart rate, and SpO2 sensors—no manual start required.
How It Works
Sleep tracking activates automatically when you fall asleep. The watch uses:
- Accelerometer for movement and position
- Heart rate sensor for continuous monitoring
- SpO2 sensor for blood oxygen (optional but recommended)
- Skin temperature for environmental sensing
Enable Sleep Tracking
- Open
Samsung Healthon watch or phone - Tap
SettingsSleep - Enable Track sleep automatically
- Optionally enable Blood oxygen during sleep
- Set your typical sleep schedule for better detection
Sleep Stages Tracked
| Stage | Percentage | Description |
|---|---|---|
| REM | 20-25% | Dream sleep, mental restoration |
| Light | 50-60% | Transition sleep |
| Deep | 15-20% | Physical restoration |
| Awake | Under 5% | Brief interruptions |
Sleep Score
The daily sleep score (0-100) factors in:
- Total sleep duration (7-9 hours optimal)
- Sleep stage distribution
- Schedule consistency
- Blood oxygen stability
- Heart rate patterns
Interpretation: 90-100 excellent, 80-89 good, 70-79 fair, below 70 needs improvement.
View Sleep Data
On Watch:
- Open
Samsung Health - Swipe to Sleep card
- Tap for detailed breakdown
On Phone (more detailed):
- Sleep stage timeline
- Heart rate and SpO2 graphs
- Movement patterns
- Historical trends
Battery for Sleep Tracking
Overnight tracking uses 5-10% battery for 8 hours of sleep. The 590mAh battery easily handles nightly tracking.
Charging strategies:
- Wear all night, charge in morning
- Quick 30-minute charge before bed
- Charge in evening, wear overnight
SpO2 During Sleep
Blood oxygen monitoring is recommended for detecting potential sleep apnea indicators. Enable it in Samsung Health Sleep settings Measure blood oxygen during sleep.
Sleep Coaching
Samsung Health provides personalized recommendations based on your patterns:
- Bedtime consistency suggestions
- Sleep environment tips
- Lifestyle adjustments
- Progress tracking over time
Bedtime Mode
Enable Bedtime Mode in Settings Modes and Routines to automatically silence notifications and dim the display during sleep hours.
See Also: Battery Life|Health Features