Garmin Approach G12 vs. Garmin Tactix 7

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach G12 and Garmin Tactix 7. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Approach G12 vs. Garmin Tactix 7 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Tactix 7
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Golf Multisport
Wearing Style Clothing Watch style
Width 45.8 mm 51 mm
Height 51.3 mm 51 mm
Depth 12.4 mm 14.9 mm
Weight 25.1 g 61 g
Body Material - Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection - Water-resistant
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Tactix 7
Sensors Odometer Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor, gyroscope
Tracking Data Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, temperature, hydration, recovery time, hunt activity
Modes - Night vision mode, stealth mode, jumpmaster mode
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology Find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, multiple time zones, store & play music, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, Group LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, PacePro pace guidance, solar charging, music playback control, weather information, kill switch, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor
Notifications - 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 Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Tactix 7
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+
DISPLAY Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Tactix 7
Type Monochrome Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution 175 x 175 pixels 280 x 280 pixels
Screen Size - 1.4"
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Screen Protection - Power Sapphire
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Tactix 7
Type Push buttons Touch sensitive screen, touch buttons
CASE Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Tactix 7
Case Shape Circular Round
Bezel - Titanium
Case Details - Black DLC
BAND Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Tactix 7
Band Type - Band
Band Width - 26 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 135-213 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material - Nylon
Band Colour - Black
STORAGE Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Tactix 7
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
BATTERY Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Tactix 7
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 30 hours 28 day(s)
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 28 days
Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 37 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 90 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 1 year
GPS mode - up to 89 hour(s)
GPS mode (with solar) - up to 122 hour(s)
All satellite systems mode - up to 63 hour(s)
All satellite systems mode (with solar) - up to 77 hour(s)
All satellite systems with music mode - up to 16 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 213 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 578 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 62 days
Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 139 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach G12 Garmin Tactix 7
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Black silicon band, charging/data cable
Preloaded Software - Stopwatch, Data, Time, Alarm Clock, Timer, Garmion Connect IQ
Compliant Standards IEC 60529 IPX7 MIL-STD-810
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 100 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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