Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach S42 and Samsung Galaxy Watch5. 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 S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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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 8.0 (Oreo) or later |
Activity/Sport | Golf | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 43.4 mm | 40.4 mm |
Height | 43.4 mm | 39.3 mm |
Depth | 11.7 mm | 9.8 mm |
Weight | 43 g | 28.7 g |
Body Material | - | Armor aluminium |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Approach S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, bioimpedance sensor, temperature, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, BioActive sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, 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 | 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 | Reminder of hydration, snoring detection, Body composition measurement tool, Sleep Coaching, Better Sleep, Samsung Smart Switch |
Notifications | Calendar, incoming calls, applications | Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | 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 S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth | NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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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 S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour | Super AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 396 x 396 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | 1.2" |
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 S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Approach S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Case Size | - | 40 mm |
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Crystal Type | - | Sapphire crystal |
Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Metal | - |
Case Details | Gunmetal | Polished silver | Rose gold | Graphite | Pink gold | Silver |
BAND | Garmin Approach S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Band Type | Band | Sport band |
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Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-202 mm | - |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | - |
Band Colour | Black | White | Light sand | Graphite | Pink gold | Purple |
STORAGE | Garmin Approach S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | 16 GB |
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User Memory | - | 7.5 GB |
RAM | Garmin Approach S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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RAM Size | - | 1.5 GB |
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CPU | Garmin Approach S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Manufacturer | - | Samsung |
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CPU Type | - | Exynos W920 |
Clock Speed | - | 1.18 GHz |
BATTERY | Garmin Approach S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Capacity | - | 284 mAh |
Battery Life | 10 day(s) | 40 hours |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 10 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 S42 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Wireless charging dock |
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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 |