Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach S12 and Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic. 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.
GENERAL | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | Wear OS by Samsung |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later |
Activity/Sport | Golf | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Width | 43.7 mm | 41.5 mm |
Height | 43.7 mm | 41.5 mm |
Depth | 11.5 mm | 11.2 mm |
Weight | 34.1 g | 46.5 g |
Body Material | - | Stainless steel |
Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Sensors | Accelerometer | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, bioimpedance sensor, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, body composition, ECG, REM phases |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses | Find phone function, VO2 max, automatic exercise recognition, personalised coaching |
Notifications | - | Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | - | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Digital Player | - | MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR, M4A, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver |
CELLULAR | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Technology | - | WCDMA (UMTS) |
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Mobile Broadband Generation | - | 4G |
SIM Card Type | - | Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) |
DISPLAY | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome | Super AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 176 x 176 pixels | 396 x 396 pixels |
Screen Size | - | 1.2" |
Dimensions (WxH) | 23 mm x 23 mm | - |
Aspect Ratio | - | Full circle |
Pixel Density | - | 330 ppi |
Colour Depth | - | 24-bit (16.7 million colours) |
Screen Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen, rotating bezel, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Case Size | - | 42 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Case Details | Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue | Black | Silver |
BAND | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Band Type | Strap | Ridge sport band |
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Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-202 mm | - |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | Slate grey | Black | White |
STORAGE | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Storage Capacity | 125 MB | 16 GB |
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User Memory | - | 7.6 GB |
RAM | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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RAM Size | - | 1.5 GB |
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CPU | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Manufacturer | - | Samsung |
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CPU Type | - | Exynos W920 |
Clock Speed | - | 1.18 GHz |
BATTERY | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Capacity | - | 247 mAh |
Battery Life | 70 day(s) | 40 hours |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
Wireless Charging Standards | - | WPC, Wireless PowerShare |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Approach S12 | Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Wireless charging dock |
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Compliant Standards | - | MIL-STD 810G, IP68 |
SAR Value | - | 0.538 W/kg (head), 1.131 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 60 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | - |
Manufacturer Model Number | - | SM-R885F |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 2-year warranty |