Garmin Approach G12 vs. Google Pixel Watch

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach G12 and Google Pixel Watch. 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. Google Pixel Watch Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Operating System - Wear OS by Google
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later
Activity/Sport Golf -
Wearing Style Clothing Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 45.8 mm -
Height 51.3 mm -
Depth 12.4 mm -
Weight 25.1 g -
Body Details - Case only: 36 g
Body Material - 80% recycled stainless steel
Protection - Scratch-resistant, water-resistant, splash-resistant
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
Sensors Odometer Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor
Tracking Data Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data Time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, mood, floors climbed, stress level, ECG, sleep quality score, mindfulness
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology Call handling, find phone function, Find my Device, store & play music, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, weather information, Active Zone Minutes, instant message reply, International Emergency Calling, 3-month YouTube Music Premium subscription
Notifications - Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver
Payment Technology - Google Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Platform - Google Home
IoT Communications Type - Cloud
IoT Communications Technology - Wi-Fi
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
Wireless Interface Bluetooth IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
Type Monochrome AMOLED - colour
Resolution 175 x 175 pixels -
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Pixel Density - 320 ppi
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
Type Push buttons Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
Case Shape Circular Round
Case Back - Stainless steel
Case Details - Polished silver | Champagne gold | Matte black
BAND Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
Band Type - Band
Band Size - L
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 165-210 mm
Changeable - Yes
Band Material - Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour - Charcoal | Chalk | Hazel | Obsidian
STORAGE Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
RAM Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
CPU Type - Exynos 9110
BATTERY Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Capacity - 294 mAh
Battery Life 30 hours 24 hours
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) -
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach G12 Google Pixel Watch
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Wristband (135 - 170 mm), 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, USB-C magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software - Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet
Compliant Standards IEC 60529 IPX7 -
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Warranty 1-year warranty 1-year warranty
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