Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) vs. Garmin Approach G12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) and Garmin Approach G12. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) vs. Garmin Approach G12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Operating System WatchOS 7 -
Supported Host Device OS iOS 14 or later iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Clothing
Audio Input Microphone -
Audio Output Speaker -
Width - 45.8 mm
Height - 51.3 mm
Depth - 12.4 mm
Weight - 25.1 g
Body Details Case only: 41.3 g -
Body Material Titanium -
Protection Water-resistant -
Clock Display Yes -
FEATURES Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor Odometer
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, ECG Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data
Goal Setting Yes -
Features Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, camera remote control, Retina Display technology, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, irregular beat alerts, Family Setup support Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology
Notifications Calendar -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface -
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GNSS receiver -
Payment Technology Apple Pay -
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible Yes -
IoT Intelligent Assistant Siri -
IoT Voice Controlled Direct -
CELLULAR Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) -
Mobile Broadband Generation 4G -
SIM Card Type Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) -
CONNECTIVITY Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth
DISPLAY Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Type LTPO OLED - colour Monochrome
Resolution 368 x 448 pixels 175 x 175 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection Sapphire glass -
Always On Display (AOD) Yes -
INPUT DEVICE Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Type Touch sensitive screen Push buttons
CASE Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Case Size 44 mm -
Case Shape Rectangular Circular
Case Back Sapphire crystal and ceramic back -
Case Details Space black titanium | Titanium -
Crown Type Digital with haptic feedback -
BAND Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Band Type Leather link -
Band Size S/M -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 140-180 mm -
Changeable Yes -
Clasp Type Magnetic closure -
Band Material Roux Granada leather -
Band Colour Black | Baltic blue | Charcoal | Inverness green | Atlantic blue -
STORAGE Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Storage Capacity 32 GB -
CPU Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Manufacturer Apple -
CPU Type S6 -
Features W3 Apple wireless chip, U1 chip -
BATTERY Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life 18 hours 30 hours
Battery Life Details - GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Wireless Charging Yes -
MISCELLANEOUS Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) Garmin Approach G12
Included Accessories Power adapter, magnetic charging cable, dark grey sport band M/L Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Apple Pay, GymKit -
Compliant Standards - IEC 60529 IPX7
SAR Value 0.97 W/kg (head), 0.3 W/kg (limb) -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m -
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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