In depth comparison and review of Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) 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.
GENERAL | Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Sport watch |
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Operating System | WatchOS 5 | - |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS 11 or later | iOS, Android |
Activity/Sport | - | Golf |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Clothing |
Audio Input | Microphone | - |
Audio Output | Speaker | - |
Width | 33.3 mm | 45.8 mm |
Height | 38.6 mm | 51.3 mm |
Depth | 11.4 mm | 12.4 mm |
Weight | 26.7 g | 25.1 g |
Body Material | Anodised aluminium | - |
Protection | Water-resistant | - |
Clock Display | Yes | - |
FEATURES | Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, heart rate, barometric altimeter | Odometer |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken | Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data |
Goal Setting | Yes | - |
Features | Music remote handling, camera remote control, listening to music, Retina Display technology, call alerts | Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | - |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | - |
Feedback Type | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface | - |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GNSS receiver | - |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | Siri | - |
IoT Voice Controlled | Direct | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth |
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DISPLAY | Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Type | OLED - colour | Monochrome |
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Resolution | 272 x 340 pixels | 175 x 175 pixels |
Dimensions (WxH) | - | 23 mm x 23 mm |
Screen Protection | Ion-X glass | - |
INPUT DEVICE | Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen (Force Touch) | Push buttons |
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CASE | Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Case Size | 38 mm | - |
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Case Shape | - | Circular |
Case Back | Composite back | - |
Case Details | Space grey aluminium | Silver aluminium | Gold aluminium | - |
Crown Type | Digital | - |
BAND | Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Band Type | Sport band | - |
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Fits Wrist with Circumference | 130-200 mm | - |
Clasp Type | Pin-and-tuck | - |
Band Material | Fluoroelastomer | - |
Band Colour | Black | White | Fog | Pink sand | Grey | - |
STORAGE | Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Storage Capacity | 8 GB | - |
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CPU | Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Manufacturer | Apple | - |
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CPU Type | S3 | - |
Features | W2 Apple wireless chip | - |
BATTERY | Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 18 hours | 30 hours |
Battery Life Details | - | GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS) | Garmin Approach G12 |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, magnetic charging cable | Charging/data cable |
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Compliant Standards | - | IEC 60529 IPX7 |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | - |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 60 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |