Garmin Approach S42 vs. Google Pixel Watch

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach S42 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 S42 vs. Google Pixel Watch Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach S42 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 Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 43.4 mm -
Height 43.4 mm -
Depth 11.7 mm -
Weight 43 g -
Body Details - Case only: 36 g
Body Material - 80% recycled stainless steel
Protection Waterproof Scratch-resistant, water-resistant, splash-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach S42 Google Pixel Watch
Sensors Accelerometer, gyro sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, steps taken Time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, mood, floors climbed, stress level, ECG, sleep quality score, mindfulness
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Find phone function, sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, inactivity alert, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TruSwing, weather information, 42000+ preloaded courses 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, incoming calls, applications Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver 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 S42 Google Pixel Watch
Wireless Interface Bluetooth IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin Approach S42 Google Pixel Watch
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels -
Screen Size 1.2" -
Pixel Density - 320 ppi
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach S42 Google Pixel Watch
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin Approach S42 Google Pixel Watch
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel Metal -
Case Back - Stainless steel
Case Details Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold Polished silver | Champagne gold | Matte black
BAND Garmin Approach S42 Google Pixel Watch
Band Type Band Band
Band Size - L
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-202 mm 165-210 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Black | White | Light sand Charcoal | Chalk | Hazel | Obsidian
STORAGE Garmin Approach S42 Google Pixel Watch
Storage Capacity 64 MB 32 GB
RAM Garmin Approach S42 Google Pixel Watch
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Garmin Approach S42 Google Pixel Watch
CPU Type - Exynos 9110
BATTERY Garmin Approach S42 Google Pixel Watch
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Capacity - 294 mAh
Battery Life 10 day(s) 24 hours
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 10 days
GPS mode - up to 15 hours
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Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach S42 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
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Warranty 1-year warranty 1-year warranty
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