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Samsung Electronics SM-R500NZSAXAR vs SAMSUNG SM-R840NZKAXAR

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Samsung Electronics SM-R500NZSAXARSAMSUNG SM-R840NZKAXAR
Title Samsung Galaxy Watch Active (40mm, GPS, Bluetooth, WiFi), - US Version with Warranty, Silver/Grey, 2.3Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 (45mm, GPS, Bluetooth) Smart Watch with Advanced Health monitoring, Fitness Tracking , and Long lasting Battery - Mystic Black (US Version)
Model Samsung Electronics
SM-R500NZSAXAR
SAMSUNG
SM-R840NZKAXAR

Basic Info

Suggested Price $184.95$399.00
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Release May 2019Aug 2020

Overview

DescriptionEnhance your exercise sessions with this Samsung Active smartwatch. Advanced auto workout tracking detects up to seven exercises and tracks up to 40 more, while proactive health monitoring sends real-time alerts in case of irregular heartbeat. This Samsung Active smartwatch can pair with your smartphone, Android tablet and select iOS devices.The most advanced Samsung smartwatch is now also the most stylish. The Galaxy Watch3 combines powerful technology with a premium, customizable design so you can manage the day-today from your wrist, beautifully. No matter where life takes you, connect to your favorite apps from your wrist via Bluetooth. Keep an eye on wellness with advanced health monitoring, and go for days without charging.
Top Features
  • Galaxy Watch Active Silver
  • 40mm, GPS, Bluetooth, WiFi
  • Package Weight: 0.113 kilograms
  • US Version with Warranty
  • Galaxy Watch3 combines powerful technology with a premium, customizable design so you can manage the day-today from your wrist, beautifully.
  • Keep an eye on wellness with advanced health monitoring, and go for days without charging.
  • Keep an eye on your fitness and health with SpO2, VO2 max, and heart-rate monitoring. Help is just a tap away if you stumble. And track your cycle in an easy and discreet way. *This device and related software are not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. SPO2, VO2 max and running coach features not available at the time of launch, will become available during Q3. Features will require a software update. **This device and related software are not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. ***Trip detection recognizes falls when engaged in dynamic motion, not when still. Requires network connection to notify emergency contact. GPS accuracy may be affected by obstructions to satellite signal such as buildings.
  • Galaxy Watch3 combines style—two sizes, three colors, 50,000-plus watch faces and premium leather bands—with military-grade durability and water resistance.
  • Spend your time moving while Galaxy Watch3 tracks seven popular activities automatically. Get more out of each movement thanks to a built-in run coaching.

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.1 (out of 18 reviews)
BestBuy Rating4.5 (out of 5890 reviews)4.5 (out of 201 reviews)
Latest Reviews No reviews yet.

Exactly what i was waiting for
Rating: 5
i owned galaxy watch and i loved it except it was little too heavy. also, i do not like fitness type watches, so i was literally waiting for watch3. super light, works well with bixby, samsung pay, and a lot of customization you can do. i always wear watch to track my sleep, and it didnt bother me at all. at last, watch trade-in was really good promotion!
by Jeffy0625 on 2020-09-01T17:00:00

Familiar but lighter
Rating: 5
i'm happy with this. it's the best upgrade from my gear s3 frontier. feels the same but lighter in weight. only drawback is the strap cause it felt a bit cheap. i got myself a silicone strap for it later on.
by acesjg81 on 2020-09-21T17:00:00

Perfect
Rating: 5
i got this as a replacement for the 41mm size, which was too small. the bezel on the 45mm actually seems shorter than in the 41mm! it's easy to use (both the bezel and the touch screen). the battery life is superb. the screen is beautiful. and since i had a trade in (active 2 - no bezel - good riddance), the price was great, too.
by NickName on 2020-09-09T17:00:00

Gr8 watch, superb gizmo,fitness kit not 4 every1
Rating: 5
this is as beautiful and functional watch, phone, info pod, music player, gadget, companion and alarm as you could want, worth every cent. the learning curve is minimal if you can find your way around a smartphone. but the fitness stuff, which is touted as the centerpiece of this timepiece's acumen is just for gym rats or runners and such. i garden, walk dogs, putter around the house, dance now and then and the watch's workout detection for my everyday regimen is quite confused and almost useless. for everything else it does, and there's a lot of it and the sheer snazz of it, i love it. i'd give it a 4.7 but you can only rate in whole numbers.
by miztechtock on 2020-09-16T17:00:00

Great integration with smartphone
Rating: 5
this watch seamlessly integrates with my s20 ultra and i love how i can receive notifications from all my apps on the watch. i get about 2 days worth of battery life with normal use and the always-on display turned off. best surprise so far is being able to connect to my ultra's camera and see it on my watch face and take pictures!
by Chris on 2020-09-11T17:00:00

Great watch - so so battery life.
Rating: 4
Upgraded to the Galaxy Watch 3 from the original Galaxy Watch. Love the larger screen. Love that it's slightly slimmer. Love the new sensors, including Blood Pressure Monitoring (Not officially activated in the US yet, but there are workarounds available). Only complaint is that I'm not thrilled with the battery life. Still easily get a full days worth of use even with sleep tracking, but nowhere near the life compared to the Original Galaxy Watch which could push 3 days.
by robert on 2020-09-16T17:00:00

Best looking watch on the market.
Rating: 3
the design is flawless and the rotating bezel is infinitely better then the touch one on the active 2. i am used to the subpar battery life when compared to let's say a versa 2, so i don't really fault it much because the tech and os is muchhhh better then fitbit. i can't excuse away the slow charging however. it is brutally slow and for this amount of money it is inexcusable.
by Nolan on 2020-09-02T17:00:00

Just Ok
Rating: 3
i regret upgrading from the galaxy watch as there is nothing worth the expense for this watch. the extra stuff they mentioned like the workout, sleep, etc., not that great. the other watch i had was better in doing my every hour stretch reminder this one is weird, it's a hit or miss. the few things i love about this watch are the lightness and also the look on the screen. bigger and aesthetically more pleasing. battery is fine as well, get two days or so. i don't think it is worth it and when i trade in i realized i should have kept my watch.
by Hope on 2020-09-01T17:00:00


Rating: 1
Original still better. Not worth hefty price tag. Key features not enabled. Walmart customer service is the worst!!!
by ROBERT on 2020-09-11T17:00:00

Disappointing new design and Wear App
Rating: 1
the protruding watch buttons on the right side is poor design if you want to wear the watch for road biking and during circuit training with weights and especially push-up. my s3 is much better with recessed buttons. i am returning it until they learn to get feedback from actual athletic customers. also, what's wrong with their app design, why does it have to combine the watch and phone steps? i want to be able to just use the phone or watch, not the cumulative, which could be double sometimes or 70% to 30% and the 30% is probably already in the 70% of the number shown. makes no sense at all, separate them out. don't buy this if you are going to use if for active life, go with fitbit or some other device
by Rahmi on 2020-08-31T17:00:00

All Features

Backlit DisplayNoYes
Display ScreenYesYes
Touch ScreenYesYes
Global PositioningGPSGPS
Usage Time45 hours56 hours
Ingress Protection (IP) RatingIP68
Operating SystemTizenTizen
System Memory (RAM)0.75 gigabytes1 gigabytes
Adjustable BrightnessNo
Water ResistantYesYes
Mobile NotificationsYes
Maximum Depth of Water Resistance164 feet164 feet
Band Width20 millimeters
Product Depth0.41 inches0.44 inches
Shock ResistantYes
Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 Year1 year
Music PlayerYes
Model NumberSM-R500NZSAXARSM-R840NZKAXAR
Multi-Sport TrackingYesYes
SensorsAccelerometerAccelerometer
Charging Interface(s)WirelessWireless
Color CategorySilverBlack
Battery Capacity230 milliampere hours340 milliampere hours
Data Plan RequiredNo
Bluetooth Version4.25.0
Replaceable BatteryNoNo
Band TypeFluoroelastomer band
Silent AlarmNo
Clock DisplayYesYes
Charging Time120 minutes
Mobile Payment Service SupportedSamsung Pay
Battery TypeLithium-ionLithium-ion
Case ShapeRoundRound
Operating System CompatibilityAndroidTizen
Battery Strength IndicatorYes
Screen Size40 millimeters45 millimeters
Dust ResistantYes
Case MaterialAluminum
Voice ActivatedYes
Case Width1.56 inches
Band ColorSilverBlack
Clasp TypeBuckle
Alert TypeVibration
Built-In MicrophoneYes
Product Weight0.88 ounces1.9 ounces
SeriesGalaxy Watch
Color DisplayYesYes
Screen MaterialGorilla Glass
Model FamilyGalaxy Watch ActiveGalaxy Watch3
Bluetooth EnabledYesYes
Metrics MeasuredActivity vs. inactivityCycling speed
Integrated CameraNo
NFC TechnologyYesYes
Screen Resolution360 x 360360 x 360
RechargeableYesYes
Maximum Height of Shock Resistance4.9 feet
Processor Speed1.15 gigahertz1.15 gigahertz
Customizable Watch FacesYes
Internal Memory Capacity4 gigabytes4.3 gigabytes
Display TypeAMOLEDSuper AMOLED
Vibration AlertYes
Product TypeSmartwatchSmartwatch
Band MaterialFluoroelastomer
Additional Accessories IncludedAdditional straps; wireless charging pad
Wi-Fi CompatibilityWireless BWireless B
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 Year1 year
Number of Sensors4
Voice Assistant Built-inOtherBixby
Case Thickness0.41 inches
Form FactorWristwatchWristwatch
releaseMay 2019Aug 2020
ColorSilverMystic Black
Product NameGalaxy Watch Active Smartwatch 40mm AluminumGalaxy Watch3 Smartwatch 45mm Stainless BT
BrandSamsungSamsung
Assembled Product Dimensions (L x W x H)1.77 x 1.82 x 0.44 Inches
Size45 mm
Assembled Product Weight0.12 lb
Product Length1.77 inches
Product Width1.82 inches
Wireless Charging StandardQi
Works WithBixby

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