ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q vs. Garmin Instinct 2S Solar

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q and Garmin Instinct 2S Solar. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q vs. Garmin Instinct 2S Solar Comparison Chart
GENERAL ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Operating System Android Wear -
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) or later, iOS 8.2 or later iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Width - 40 mm
Height - 40 mm
Depth - 13.3 mm
Weight - 43 g
Body Details Band: 77 g -
Body Material Stainless steel Fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
Sensors 6-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, steps taken Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Camera remote control, find phone function, phone unlocking Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Find my Device, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, solar charging, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, trackback routing, Body Battery Energy Monitor, accident detection
Notifications Missed calls, SMS, Email Missed calls, calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CONNECTIVITY ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth, ANT+
DISPLAY ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
Type AMOLED - colour Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective
Resolution 320 x 320 pixels 156 x 156 pixels
Screen Size 1.63" -
Dimensions (WxH) - 20 mm x 20 mm
Pixel Density 278 ppi -
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) Power Glass
INPUT DEVICE ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
Type Touch sensitive screen Push buttons
CASE ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
Case Size - 40 mm
Case Shape - Round
Case Details Gunmetal Neo tropic
BAND ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
Band Type Link bracelet Band
Band Width - 20 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 112-180 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material Stainless steel Silicone
Band Colour Gunmetal | Dark blue -
STORAGE ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
Storage Capacity 4 GB 32 MB
RAM ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
RAM Size 512 MB -
CPU ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
Manufacturer Qualcomm -
CPU Type Snapdragon 400 -
Clock Speed 1.2 GHz -
BATTERY ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Capacity 400 mAh -
Battery Life 24 hours -
Battery Life Details - Smartwatch mode - up to 21 days
Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 51 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 50 days
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 54 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 114 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 22 hour(s)
GPS mode (with solar) - up to 28 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 25 days
Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 105 days
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time 1 hour(s) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q Garmin Instinct 2S Solar
Included Accessories Magnetic charging cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Message, Voice Command, Alarm Clock, Google Maps Navigation, Google Now -
Compliant Standards IP67 -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 1 m 100 m
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty 2-year warranty -
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