Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 vs Google Pixel Watch 3

For Android users choosing between the Google Pixel Watch 3 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 8, the decision hinges on which smartphone sits in your pocket and whether you prioritize pure heart-rate/running accuracy or chassis durability.

The Google Pixel Watch 3 takes our overall recommendation for most Android buyers thanks to its 41mm and 45mm case options, 2,000-nit Actua OLED dome, class-leading multi-path optical heart-rate accuracy during intervals, and subscription-free Fitbit Daily Readiness, Cardio Load, and Target Load coaching—all of which work identically on any Android 10+ phone.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 counters with a scratch-proof Sapphire Crystal display (up to 3,000 nits), dual-frequency L1+L5 GPS, bioelectrical impedance (BIA) body composition scans, and longer 30-to-40-hour battery life—making it the better buy specifically for Samsung Galaxy phone owners who unlock its Samsung-exclusive ECG and sleep apnea features.