Reviewers rate these two about the same overall: the Google Pixel Watch 5 scores 8.0/10 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 7.9/10. The Google Pixel Watch 5 comes out ahead on battery life and software & apps. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 is stronger on display, comfort & design and value. They’re level on health & fitness accuracy. At launch in India the Google Pixel Watch 5 cost ₹42,900 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 ₹37,999.
Updated 25 October 2026 · Scores from our review roundups of each
| Google Pixel Watch 5 | Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.0/10 | 7.9/10 | Level |
| Health & fitness accuracy | 8.4 | 8.5 | Level |
| Battery life | 8.4 | 6.3 | Google Pixel Watch 5 |
| Software & apps | 8.8 | 8.5 | Google Pixel Watch 5 |
| Display | 8.5 | 9.1 | Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 |
| Comfort & design | 7.4 | 8.9 | Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 |
| Value | 5.7 | 8.0 | Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 |
| Confidence | High | High | |
| Reviewed in depth by | 9 outlets | 10 outlets | |
| Launch price (India) | ₹42,900 | ₹37,999 | |
| Launched | August 2026 | July 2026 |
Choose the Google Pixel Watch 5 if…
Android phone owners who want an accurate, fast Wear OS watch with useful AI features and two-day battery.
Look elsewhere if: You want week-long battery, or you would rather save money on the near-identical Pixel Watch 4 or the cheaper Galaxy Watch 9.
Read the full Google Pixel Watch 5 review roundup
Choose the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 if…
Someone buying their first premium Android smartwatch, ideally with a Samsung phone, who doesn't mind charging every night.
Look elsewhere if: You want a watch that lasts several days, or you already own a Galaxy Watch 8 and want a big upgrade.
Read the full Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 review roundup
How we compare
Both scores come from the review roundups on this site, on the same 10-point scale: we read the in-depth reviews of each, weigh them by how much testing they did, and combine them. A gap under 0.3 points is shown as level. Prices are Indian launch prices. How we score.