Garmin Approach S20 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch5

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Approach S20 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 S20 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach S20 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 - 40.4 mm
Height - 39.3 mm
Depth - 9.8 mm
Weight - 28.7 g
Body Details Sensor: 13 mm x 27 mm 9 g -
Body Material - Armor aluminium
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach S20 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, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken 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, Garmin Connect compatible, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing Reminder of hydration, snoring detection, Body composition measurement tool, Sleep Coaching, Better Sleep, Samsung Smart Switch
Notifications Applications Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - 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 S20 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ 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 S20 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome Super AMOLED - colour
Resolution 128 x 128 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 S20 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Type Single push-button Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin Approach S20 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Case Size - 40 mm
Crystal Type Chemically strengthened glass Sapphire crystal
Case Shape Rounded square Round
Case Details - Graphite | Pink gold | Silver
BAND Garmin Approach S20 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Band Type Strap Sport band
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour Black Graphite | Pink gold | Purple
STORAGE Garmin Approach S20 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Storage Capacity 64 MB 16 GB
User Memory - 7.5 GB
RAM Garmin Approach S20 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
RAM Size - 1.5 GB
CPU Garmin Approach S20 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Manufacturer - Samsung
CPU Type - Exynos W920
Clock Speed - 1.18 GHz
BATTERY Garmin Approach S20 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Technology Lithium Ion -
Capacity - 284 mAh
Battery Life 56 day(s) 40 hours
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 56 days
GPS mode - up to 15 hours
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Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
Wireless Charging Standards - WPC, Wireless PowerShare
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach S20 Samsung Galaxy Watch5
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Wireless charging dock
Preloaded Software Calendar, Time, Alarm Clock 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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