In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoWatch SP HC-A05 and Garmin epix Gen 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 | ASUS VivoWatch SP HC-A05 | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Product Type | Sport watch | Sport watch |
|---|---|---|
| Supported Host Device OS | Android 4.4 (KitKat) or later, iOS 11 or later | iOS, Android |
| Activity/Sport | - | Multisport |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Body Details | Case only: 36 g With band: 62 g |
With band: 76 g Case only: 53 g |
| Body Material | - | Steel, fibre-reinforced polymer |
| Protection | Dustproof, waterproof | Water-resistant |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | ASUS VivoWatch SP HC-A05 | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Sensors | Altimeter, gravity sensor, ECG sensor, PPG sensor | Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass |
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| Tracking Data | Distance, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, blood pressure, ECG, sleep quality score | Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance |
| Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Call alerts, inactivity alert, ASUS HealthAI technology, medication reminder | Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, rejecting a call, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, PacePro pace guidance, animated workouts, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor |
| Notifications | SMS, Email | Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, high and low heart rate |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
| Payment Technology | - | Garmin Pay |
| CONNECTIVITY | ASUS VivoWatch SP HC-A05 | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Wireless Interface | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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| DISPLAY | ASUS VivoWatch SP HC-A05 | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Type | LCD - colour - high-reflective | AMOLED - colour |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | - | 416 x 416 pixels |
| Screen Size | - | 1.3" |
| Screen Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) |
| Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
| INPUT DEVICE | ASUS VivoWatch SP HC-A05 | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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| CASE | ASUS VivoWatch SP HC-A05 | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Case Shape | - | Round |
|---|---|---|
| Bezel | - | Passivated stainless steel |
| Case Back | - | Steel |
| Case Details | - | Slate steel |
| BAND | ASUS VivoWatch SP HC-A05 | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Band Type | Strap | Band |
|---|---|---|
| Band Width | 22 mm | 22 mm |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 125-208 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
| Band Material | Medical silicone | Silicone |
| STORAGE | ASUS VivoWatch SP HC-A05 | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Storage Capacity | - | 16 GB |
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| BATTERY | ASUS VivoWatch SP HC-A05 | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 200 mAh | - |
| Battery Life | 10 day(s) | - |
| Battery Life Details | Typical usage - up to 10 days Power saving mode - up to 14 days |
Smartwatch mode - up to 16 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 21 days GPS mode - up to 42 hour(s) All satellite systems mode - up to 32 hours All satellite systems with music mode - up to 10 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 75 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 14 days |
| Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
| MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS VivoWatch SP HC-A05 | Garmin epix Gen 2 |
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| Included Accessories | Charging clip | Charging/data cable |
|---|---|---|
| SAR Value | - | 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.28 W/kg (limb) |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
| Max Operating Temperature | - | 45 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | - | -20 °C |
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