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What's New in Samsung Galaxy Watch 6

The Galaxy Watch 6 (2023) brings significant upgrades in display, performance, health tracking, and software with WearOS 4.0 and One UI Watch 5.


Key Upgrades

CategoryImprovement
Display20% larger (thinner bezels)
ProcessorExynos W930 (+18% faster)
RAM2GB (+33% more)
SleepSleep Animals, advanced coaching
FitnessPersonalized HR zones
SoftwareWearOS 4.0, One UI Watch 5

Display Innovations

  • 40mm: 1.3" display (up from 1.2")
  • 44mm: 1.5" display (up from 1.4")
  • Same case sizes, thinner bezels
  • Super AMOLED with sapphire crystal

Performance Upgrades

Exynos W930 (5nm):

  • 18% faster than Watch 5's W920
  • Smoother UI and faster app launches

2GB RAM:

  • 33% more than Watch 5 (1.5GB)
  • Better multitasking and future-proofing

New Health Features

Sleep Animals:

  • 8 unique profiles based on your patterns
  • Personalized coaching after 14 days of data

Personalized HR Zones:

  • Custom zones based on your fitness level
  • Zone-based training recommendations

Software

WearOS 4.0:

  • Better battery optimization
  • Enhanced privacy controls
  • Redesigned Quick Settings

One UI Watch 5:

  • Refined design
  • Better notification management
  • Improved watch face editor

Unchanged from Watch 5

  • Storage: 16GB
  • Water resistance: 5ATM + IP68
  • Band width: 20mm
  • Same sensor suite (ECG, BIA, SpO2)
  • No rotating bezel (Classic has bezel)

See Also: Watch 6 vs Watch 5|Improvements Over Watch 5