In depth comparison and review of Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) and Garmin Approach S12. 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.
GENERAL | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Sport watch |
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Operating System | WatchOS 5 | - |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | - | Golf |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | Microphone | - |
Audio Output | Speaker | - |
Width | 34 mm | 43.7 mm |
Height | 40 mm | 43.7 mm |
Depth | 10.7 mm | 11.5 mm |
Weight | 30.1 g | 34.1 g |
Body Material | Anodised aluminium | - |
Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor | Accelerometer |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, UV index, Air Quality index | Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, listening to music, Retina Display technology, call alerts, automatic exercise recognition, Fall detection, Emergency SOS | Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | - |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | - |
Feedback Type | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver | GPS receiver |
CONNECTIVITY | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth |
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DISPLAY | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Type | LTPO OLED - colour | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome |
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Resolution | 324 x 394 pixels | 176 x 176 pixels |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 23 mm x 23 mm |
Screen Protection | Ion-X glass | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen (Force Touch) | - |
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CASE | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Case Size | 40 mm | - |
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Case Shape | - | Round |
Case Back | All ceramic and sapphire crystal back | - |
Case Details | Silver aluminium | Space grey aluminium | Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue |
Crown Type | Digital with haptic feedback | - |
BAND | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Band Type | Nike sport band | Strap |
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Fits Wrist with Circumference | 130-200 mm | 125-202 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Pin-and-tuck | Buckle |
Band Material | Fluoroelastomer | Silicone |
Band Colour | Pure platinum/black | Anthracite/black | Summit white | Black | Slate grey |
STORAGE | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 125 MB |
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CPU | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Manufacturer | Apple | - |
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CPU Type | S4 | - |
Features | W3 Apple wireless chip | - |
BATTERY | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 18 hours | 70 day(s) |
Battery Life Details | - | Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Apple Watch Nike+ Series 4 (GPS) | Garmin Approach S12 |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, magnetic charging cable | Charging/data cable |
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SAR Value | 0.07 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb) | - |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |