Samsung Galaxy Watch8 to Feature Familiar Exynos W1000 Chip

Highlights

• The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 series will reportedly feature the Exynos W1000 chip, the same processor used in last year’s model.
• The Exynos W1000 boasts a penta-core CPU with four Cortex-A55 cores (1.5 GHz) and one Cortex-A78 core (1.6 GHz), a Mali-G68 MP2 GPU, LPDDR5 RAM and a 3nm GAA process for enhanced power efficiency.
• The Galaxy Watch8 Classic is making a return with a squircle case design similar to the Galaxy Watch Ultra.

Caption – Samsung Galaxy Watch8 series. (Image credit – OnLeaks/SammyGuru)

The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 series launch is expected in early July alongside the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7. And while a lot is already known about the upcoming smartwatch, the latest buzz suggests Samsung is sticking with its own Exynos W1000 chip, the same one used in last year’s model.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), tipster @TheGalox_ revealed the key detail about the upcoming Samsung watch. Speaking of the chipset, tipster @TheGalox wrote, “So good it has to be used again. Galaxy Watch8 series will be powered by the Exynos W1000. A year after its release it is still the fastest smartwatch chip.”

So good it has to be used again

Galaxy Watch8 series will be powered by the Exynos W1000

A year after its release it is still the fastest smartwatch chip

• 1x Cortex A78 at 1.6GHz
• 4x Cortex A55 at 1.5GHz
• Mali G68 MP2
• 3nm GAA process
• LPDDR5 memory pic.twitter.com/as1ctXfZVZ

— Anthony (@TheGalox_) May 23, 2025

Tipster also delves into the specs of the chipset in the post. The Exynos W1000 is still one of the top performers in the smartwatch space. It’s powered by a penta-core CPU setup, with four ARM Cortex-A55 cores running at up to 1.5 GHz and one Cortex-A78 core reaching up to 1.6 GHz.

It also packs a Mali-G68 MP2 GPU and fast LPDDR5 RAM. Plus, it’s built on an efficient 3nm GAA process, making it both powerful and power-efficient.

As for the rest of the Watch8 series, it looks like the Classic model is making a comeback. Leaked renders show the Galaxy Watch8 Classic with a “squircle” case design that’s quite similar to the Galaxy Watch Ultra. It seems both the standard Watch8 and the Classic version will share this new case shape.

Reported specs for the Watch8 Classic include a 46/47mm body and a 1.5-inch screen, giving it overall dimensions of 46 x 46.5 x 14.2 mm. It’s expected to house a 450 mAh battery and run on One UI 8 Watch, which will likely be based on Wear OS 6.

FAQs

Q1.What chipset will the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 series use?

Answer. The Samsung Galaxy Watch8 series will feature the Exynos W1000 chip, the same processor used in last year’s model. It is recognised as one of the fastest smartwatch chips available.

Q2. What are the key specifications of the Exynos W1000 chipset?

Answer. The Exynos W1000 includes a penta-core CPU with four Cortex-A55 cores (1.5 GHz) and one Cortex-A78 core (1.6 GHz), a Mali-G68 MP2 GPU, LPDDR5 RAM, and a 3nm GAA process for improved efficiency and performance.

Q3. What design changes are expected in the Galaxy Watch8 Classic?

Answer. The Galaxy Watch8 Classic is making a comeback with a “squircle” case design similar to the Galaxy Watch Ultra. It will feature a 46/47mm body, a 1.5-inch screen, a 450 mAh battery, and One UI 8 Watch, likely based on Wear OS 6.

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