The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm and Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic share several key design features, with differences in screen size, dimensions, and weight. The Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm has a 1.47″ OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 480 x 480 px, whereas the Classic model features a smaller 1.34″ OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 438 x 438 px. Both displays offer a pixel density of 327 ppi, and support an Always-On Display, but the Watch8 LTE 44mm has a slightly larger screen size and higher resolution. Both watches also feature IP68 water resistance, 5 ATM rating for water resistance, and a waterproof depth rating of 50 m.
In terms of physical dimensions, the Galaxy Watch8 LTE 44mm is lighter and thinner, weighing 34 g with a thickness of 8.6 mm. In contrast, the Galaxy Watch8 LTE Classic weighs 63.5 g and has a thicker profile at 10.6 mm. Both watches have the same height of 46 mm, but the Classic has a slightly wider body at 46.4 mm compared to the 43.7 mm of the 44mm model. The volume of the Classic is also greater, measuring 22.82 cm³, while the 44mm model's volume is 17.29 cm³.
Both models feature a replaceable watch band, with a band width of 20 mm. Neither model includes branded damage-resistant glass, but both have sapphire glass displays for added durability. Neither watch is specifically designed for kids, and both can operate in temperatures ranging from 0 °C to 35 °C. Lastly, both models feature touch screens, and their dimensions are consistent with each other in terms of having a display and touch functionality.