Same watch. The extra is for its own mobile connection.
Short answer
Galaxy Watch9 40 mm LTE - eSIM for calls without a phone. Galaxy Watch9 40 mm Bluetooth - the same if your phone is always nearby.
Key differences
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Watch9 40mm Bluetooth | Samsung Galaxy Watch9 40mm LTE |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 1.34", Super AMOLED, 438×438 | 1.34", Super AMOLED, 438×438 |
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear Elite |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM / 32 GB | 2 GB RAM / 32 GB |
| Battery | 390 mAh | 390 mAh |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | LTE, eSIM |
| Navigation | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou (L1 + L5) | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou (L1 + L5) |
| NFC | yes | yes |
| Sensors | heart rate, SpO2, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature | heart rate, SpO2, barometer, compass, gyroscope, temperature |
| Protection | 5 ATM / IP68 / MIL-STD-810H | 5 ATM / IP68 / MIL-STD-810H |
| OS | Wear OS 7 | Wear OS 7 |
| Compatibility | Android 13+, Google Mobile Services | Android 13+, Google Mobile Services |
| Dimensions, weight | 42.7×40.4×8.6 mm, 31.5 g | 42.7×40.4×8.6 mm, 31.5 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
What's the same
Snapdragon Wear Elite, 1.34" 438×438, 2/32 GB, 390 mAh, sapphire, IP68, 8.6 mm and 31.5 g.
Connectivity
The LTE version works without a phone: calls, messages, music.
Who it's for
For runs and workouts without a smartphone - LTE. Otherwise Bluetooth is enough.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Connected without a phone - Galaxy Watch9 40 mm LTE.
- Saving money - Galaxy Watch9 40 mm Bluetooth.
FAQ
Is the weight the same?
Yes, 31.5 g.
Is the battery the same?
Yes, 390 mAh.
Which is cheaper?
The Bluetooth version.