Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire vs. Google Pixel Watch

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire and Google Pixel Watch. 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 epix Gen 2 Sapphire vs. Google Pixel Watch Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire 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 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: 36 g
Body Material Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer 80% recycled stainless steel
Protection Water-resistant Scratch-resistant, water-resistant, splash-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire Google Pixel Watch
Sensors Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor
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 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 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, 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, SMS, Email, incoming calls, high and low heart rate Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications
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/BeiDou receiver
Payment Technology Garmin Pay 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 epix Gen 2 Sapphire Google Pixel Watch
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire Google Pixel Watch
Type AMOLED - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 416 x 416 pixels -
Screen Size 1.3" -
Pixel Density - 320 ppi
Screen Protection Sapphire glass Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) Yes Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire Google Pixel Watch
Type Touch sensitive screen, push buttons Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire Google Pixel Watch
Case Shape Round Round
Case Back Titanium Stainless steel
Case Details Black titanium | White titanium Polished silver | Champagne gold | Matte black
BAND Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire Google Pixel Watch
Band Type Band Band
Band Size - L
Band Width 22 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-208 mm 165-210 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour - Charcoal | Chalk | Hazel | Obsidian
STORAGE Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire Google Pixel Watch
Storage Capacity 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire Google Pixel Watch
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire Google Pixel Watch
CPU Type - Exynos 9110
BATTERY Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire Google Pixel Watch
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Capacity - 294 mAh
Battery Life - 24 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
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin epix Gen 2 Sapphire 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
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 -
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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