Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) vs. Google Pixel Watch

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) and Google Pixel Watch. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) vs. Google Pixel Watch Comparison Chart
GENERAL Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System WatchOS 4 Wear OS by Google
Supported Host Device OS iOS 11 or later Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone Microphone
Audio Output Speaker Speaker
Width 34 mm -
Height 39.2 mm -
Depth 11.8 mm -
Weight 40.1 g -
Body Details - Case only: 36 g
Body Material Ceramic 80% recycled stainless steel
Protection Waterproof Scratch-resistant, water-resistant, splash-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, heart rate, barometric altimeter Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken Time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, mood, floors climbed, stress level, ECG, sleep quality score, mindfulness
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, listening to music, Retina Display technology, text messages handling Call handling, find phone function, Find my Device, store & play music, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, weather information, Active Zone Minutes, instant message reply, International Emergency Calling, 3-month YouTube Music Premium subscription
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver
Payment Technology - Google Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Platform - Google Home
IoT Communications Type - Cloud
IoT Communications Technology - Wi-Fi
IoT Intelligent Assistant Siri Google Assistant
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CELLULAR Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Mobile Broadband Generation 4G -
SIM Card Type Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) -
Messaging Services SMS -
Supported Mobile Messaging Services SMS -
CONNECTIVITY Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2 IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Type OLED - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 272 x 340 pixels -
Pixel Density - 320 ppi
Screen Protection Sapphire glass Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Type Touch sensitive screen (Force Touch) Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Case Size 38 mm -
Case Shape - Round
Case Back Ceramic back Stainless steel
Case Details White ceramic | Grey ceramic Polished silver | Champagne gold | Matte black
Crown Type Digital -
BAND Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Band Type Sport band Band
Band Size - L
Fits Wrist with Circumference 130-200 mm 165-210 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type Pin-and-tuck -
Band Material Fluoroelastomer Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Soft white/pebble | Grey/black Charcoal | Chalk | Hazel | Obsidian
STORAGE Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Storage Capacity 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Manufacturer Apple -
CPU Type S3 Exynos 9110
Features W2 Apple wireless chip -
BATTERY Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Capacity - 294 mAh
Battery Life 18 hours 24 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Apple Watch Edition Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) Google Pixel Watch
Included Accessories Power adapter, Lightning to USB cable, magnetic charging cable, magnetic charging dock Wristband (135 - 170 mm), 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, USB-C magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software Siri Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet
SAR Value 0.14 W/kg (head), 0.15 W/kg (limb) -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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