Garmin Approach S12 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch5

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Approach S12 and Samsung Galaxy Watch5. 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

Garmin Approach S12 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Operating System - Wear OS by Samsung
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later
Activity/Sport Golf -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 43.7 mm 40.4 mm
Height 43.7 mm 39.3 mm
Depth 11.5 mm 9.8 mm
Weight 34.1 g 28.7 g
Body Material - Armor aluminium
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Sensors Accelerometer Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, bioimpedance sensor, temperature, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, BioActive sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature, blood oxygen saturation, body composition, ECG, REM phases, sleep quality score
Modes - 90+ exercise modes
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses Reminder of hydration, snoring detection, Body composition measurement tool, Sleep Coaching, Better Sleep, Samsung Smart Switch
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
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Platform - SmartThings
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Bixby
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Wireless Interface Bluetooth NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.2
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 Watch5
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome Super AMOLED - colour
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)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Type - Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Case Size - 40 mm
Crystal Type - Sapphire crystal
Case Shape Round Round
Case Details Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue Graphite | Pink gold | Silver
BAND Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Band Type Strap Sport band
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-202 mm -
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour Slate grey Graphite | Pink gold | Purple
STORAGE Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Storage Capacity 125 MB 16 GB
User Memory - 7.5 GB
RAM Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
RAM Size - 1.5 GB
CPU Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Manufacturer - Samsung
CPU Type - Exynos W920
Clock Speed - 1.18 GHz
BATTERY Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Technology Lithium Ion -
Capacity - 284 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 Watch5
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Wireless charging dock
Preloaded Software - Deezer, Google Maps, YouTube Music, SoundCloud
Compliant Standards - IP68, MIL-STD 810H
SAR Value - 0.696 W/kg (limb), 0.275 W/kg (head)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - SM-R900
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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