In depth comparison and review of Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) and Google Pixel Watch 2. 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 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Product Type | Smart watch | Smart watch |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | WatchOS | Wear OS 4.0 by Google |
| Supported Host Device OS | iOS 16 or later | Android 9.0 or later |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Audio Input | Microphone | Microphone |
| Audio Output | Speaker | Speaker |
| Body Details | Case only: 32 g | Case only: 31 g |
| Body Material | Aerospace-grade aluminium alloy | 100% recycled aluminium |
| Protection | Water-resistant, dust-resistant, crack-resistant | Water-resistant |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, electrical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, temperature sensing, optical heart sensor (3d gen), always-on altimeter | Ambient light sensor, barometer, magnetometer, altimeter, 3-axis accelerometer, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor, temperature sensor, continuous electrodermal activity (cEDA) sensor |
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| Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, sleep stages, menstrual cycle, ECG, ovulation phase, rapid eye movement (REM) | Calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, mood, skin temperature, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, menstrual cycle, Resting Heart Rate (RHR), heart rate variability, breathing rate, ECG, sleep quality score |
| Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Call handling, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits, Edge-to-edge display | Call handling, find phone function, auto-activity detection, Find my Device, breathing training function, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, weather information, Active Zone Minutes, heart rate zones, instant message reply, customisable watch faces, Stress Management Score, Daily Readiness Score, brightness: 1000 nits, cardio fitness score |
| Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness | Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver |
| Payment Technology | Apple Pay | Google Pay |
| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| IoT Platform | - | Google Home |
| IoT Communications Type | - | Cloud |
| IoT Communications Technology | - | Wi-Fi |
| IoT Intelligent Assistant | Siri | Google Assistant |
| IoT Voice Controlled | Direct | Direct |
| CELLULAR | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Technology | - | WCDMA (UMTS) |
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| Mobile Broadband Generation | - | 4G |
| SIM Card Type | - | Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) |
| CONNECTIVITY | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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| DISPLAY | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Type | Retina LTPO OLED - colour | AMOLED - colour |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 352 x 430 pixels | - |
| Pixel Density | - | 320 ppi |
| Screen Protection | Ion-X glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass) |
| Always On Display (AOD) | Yes | Yes |
| INPUT DEVICE | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen, side button |
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| CASE | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Case Size | 41 mm | - |
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| Case Shape | Rectangular | Round |
| Case Back | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back | Aluminium |
| Case Details | Midnight aluminium | Starlight aluminium | Red aluminium | Silver aluminium | Polished silver aluminum |
| Crown Type | Digital with haptic feedback | Haptic |
| BAND | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Band Type | Sport band | Active band |
|---|---|---|
| Band Size | Regular | S/L |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | 130-200 mm | 130-210 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Pin-and-tuck | - |
| Band Material | Fluoroelastomer | Fluoroelastomer |
| Band Colour | Midnight | Starlight | Red | White | Porcelain | Bay |
| STORAGE | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
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| RAM | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| RAM Size | - | 2 GB |
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| CPU | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Manufacturer | Apple | Qualcomm |
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| CPU Type | S8 SiP | 5100 |
| Features | W3 Apple wireless chip, U1 chip | Cortex M33 co-processor |
| BATTERY | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | - | 294 mAh |
| Battery Life | 18 hours | 24 hours |
| Battery Life Details | - | Always-on display mode - up to 24 hours |
| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| Recharge Time | - | 75 hour(s) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | - |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS) | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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| Included Accessories | Magnetic fast charger to USB-C cable (1 m) | 2 wristbands (S+L), USB-C magnetic charging cable |
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| Preloaded Software | Apple Pay, GymKit | Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet |
| Compliant Standards | IP6X | - |
| SAR Value | 0.17 W/kg (head), 0.28 W/kg (limb) | - |
| Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) | - | 0.12 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (limb) 0.203 W/kg (body) |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
| Manufacturer Model Number | A2770 | GC3G8 |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |
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