ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q vs. Garmin epix Gen 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q vs. Garmin epix Gen 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
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 -
Audio Output Speaker -
Body Details Main unit: 60 g
Wrist strap: 20 g
With band: 76 g
Case only: 53 g
Body Material 316L stainless steel alloy Steel, fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
Sensors Ambient light sensor, 6-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, steps taken 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 handling, camera remote control, phone unlocking 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 Calendar, SMS, Email Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, high and low heart rate
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CONNECTIVITY ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+
DISPLAY ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
Type AMOLED - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 400 x 400 pixels 416 x 416 pixels
Screen Size 1.39" 1.3"
Pixel Density 287 ppi -
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass), 2.5D Arc Glass Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
Touchscreen Technology Capacitive -
Type Touch sensitive screen (multi-touch) Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
Case Size 45 mm -
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel - Passivated stainless steel
Case Back - Steel
Case Details Gunmetal Slate steel
BAND ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
Band Type Band Band
Band Width 22 mm 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 125-208 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material Leather Silicone
Band Colour Dark brown -
STORAGE ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
Storage Capacity 4 GB 16 GB
RAM ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
RAM Size 512 MB -
CPU ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
Manufacturer Qualcomm -
CPU Type Snapdragon Wear 2100 -
BATTERY ASUS ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Capacity 340 mAh -
Battery Life Details - 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 ZenWatch 3 WI503Q Garmin epix Gen 2
Included Accessories Power adapter, magnetic charging cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Stopwatch, Alarm, Timer -
Compliant Standards IP67 -
SAR Value - 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.28 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 1 m 100 m
Max Operating Temperature - 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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