Leaks tend to ramp up as Samsung’s big summer event gets closer, and the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is now at the center of fresh chatter. If the latest details pan out, Samsung’s next rugged smartwatch could take a major step forward in connectivity by adding 5G—bringing it in line with the newest premium Apple Watch models.
According to a new report, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is expected to include 5G support. That would be a first for the Galaxy Watch lineup, which so far has topped out at 4G/LTE. For buyers, 5G on a smartwatch can mean faster data speeds when you’re away from your phone—useful for streaming, quicker downloads, smoother navigation, and more responsive app updates while on the go.
It’s still unclear whether Samsung will expand 5G beyond the Ultra model. The Galaxy Watch 9 series may or may not receive the same modem upgrade, and there hasn’t been enough solid information yet to confirm if 5G will show up across multiple variants or remain a premium Ultra-only feature.
Right now, the current Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) offers 4G/LTE connectivity and doesn’t include a Bluetooth-only version. Early expectations suggest Samsung could keep that approach for the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 as well, focusing on an always-connected experience rather than offering a cheaper, phone-tethered option.
On the performance side, another recent leak suggests Samsung could switch the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 to the Snapdragon Wear Elite platform. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch 9 Classic are rumored to stick with Samsung’s Exynos W1000 chip. If this split happens, it could signal a clear strategy: position the Ultra 2 as the top-tier performance and connectivity choice, while the standard models remain more familiar upgrades.
As for when you can expect an official reveal, Samsung typically introduces its new foldables and wearables together in July. That makes a summer launch likely for the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and the Galaxy Watch 9 lineup, potentially arriving alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8.
For anyone shopping for a high-end smartwatch built for outdoor use, training, and phone-free connectivity, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is shaping up to be one of Samsung’s most important wearable releases in years—especially if 5G support becomes reality.
