In depth comparison and review of Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire and Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation. Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.
| GENERAL | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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| Operating System | - | WatchOS |
| Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS 16 or later |
| Activity/Sport | Multisport | - |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Audio Input | - | Microphone |
| Audio Output | - | Speaker |
| Body Details | With band: 70 g Case only: 47 g |
Case only: 26.4 g |
| Body Material | Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer | Aluminium |
| Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen) |
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| Tracking Data | Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle |
| Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, rejecting a call, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, PacePro pace guidance, animated workouts, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor | Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits |
| Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, high and low heart rate | Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver |
| Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | Apple Pay |
| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
| IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri |
| IoT Voice Controlled | - | Direct |
| CONNECTIVITY | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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| DISPLAY | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Type | AMOLED - colour | Retina LTPO OLED - colour |
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| Resolution | 416 x 416 pixels | 324 x 394 pixels |
| Screen Size | 1.3" | - |
| Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | Ion-X glass |
| Always On Display (AOD) | Yes | - |
| INPUT DEVICE | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Type | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons | Touch sensitive screen |
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| CASE | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Case Size | - | 40 mm |
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| Case Shape | Round | Rectangular |
| Case Back | Titanium | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
| Case Details | Black titanium | White titanium | Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium | Starlight aluminium |
| Crown Type | - | Digital with haptic feedback |
| BAND | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Band Type | Band | Sport band |
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| Band Size | - | Regular |
| Band Width | 22 mm | - |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-208 mm | 130-200 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | Yes |
| Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
| Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
| Band Colour | - | Midnight | Starlight |
| STORAGE | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
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| CPU | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Manufacturer | - | Apple |
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| CPU Type | - | S8 SiP |
| Features | - | W3 Apple wireless chip |
| BATTERY | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Life | - | 18 hours |
| Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 16 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 21 days GPS mode - up to 42 hour(s) All satellite systems mode - up to 32 hours All satellite systems with music mode - up to 10 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 75 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 14 days |
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| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation |
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| Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m) |
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| Preloaded Software | - | Apple Pay, GymKit |
| SAR Value | 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.28 W/kg (limb) | 0.24 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb) |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
| Max Operating Temperature | 45 °C | - |
| Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | - |
| Manufacturer Model Number | - | A2722 |
| Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |
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