Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire vs. ASUS VivoWatch 5

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire and ASUS VivoWatch 5. 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire vs. ASUS VivoWatch 5 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire ASUS VivoWatch 5
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android Android 4.4 (KitKat) or later, iOS 11 or later
Activity/Sport Multisport Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Body Details With band: 70 g
Case only: 47 g
With silicone band: 74 g
Body Material Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer Stainless steel
Protection Water-resistant Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire ASUS VivoWatch 5
Sensors Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass Altimeter, gravity sensor, temperature, ECG sensor, PPG sensor, gyroscope
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 Speed, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, stress level, blood pressure, oxygen level, altitude, temperature, ECG, sleep quality score
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 Personalised Watch Faces
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, high and low heart rate Missed calls, SMS, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver GPS receiver
Payment Technology Garmin Pay -
CONNECTIVITY Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire ASUS VivoWatch 5
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ NFC, Bluetooth 4.2
DISPLAY Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire ASUS VivoWatch 5
Type AMOLED - colour LCD - colour - high-reflective
Resolution 416 x 416 pixels -
Screen Size 1.3" -
Screen Protection Sapphire glass -
Always On Display (AOD) Yes -
INPUT DEVICE Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire ASUS VivoWatch 5
Type Touch sensitive screen, push buttons Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire ASUS VivoWatch 5
Case Shape Round Circular
Case Back Titanium -
Case Details Black titanium | White titanium -
BAND Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire ASUS VivoWatch 5
Band Type Band Strap
Band Width 22 mm 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-208 mm -
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone -
STORAGE Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire ASUS VivoWatch 5
Storage Capacity 32 GB -
BATTERY Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire ASUS VivoWatch 5
Technology Lithium Ion -
Capacity - 300 mAh
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
Typical usage - up to 10 days
Power saving mode - up to 14 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire ASUS VivoWatch 5
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging cable
SAR Value 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.28 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 - HC-B05
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