In depth comparison and review of Garmin epix Gen 2 and Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic. 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 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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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 10 or later |
Activity/Sport | Multisport | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | - | 42.5 mm |
Height | - | 42.5 mm |
Depth | - | 10.9 mm |
Weight | - | 52 g |
Body Details | With band: 76 g Case only: 53 g |
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Body Material | Steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | Stainless steel |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
Colours | - | Black | Silver |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin epix Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor, 3-axis electronic compass | Accelerometer, barometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, light sensor, infrared temperature sensor, bioelectrical impedance analysis sensor |
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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, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature, body composition, ECG, REM phases, sleep quality score |
Modes | - | 90+ exercise modes |
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 | Camera remote control, find phone function, Emergency SOS, music playback control, Body composition measurement tool, Sleep Coaching, fast charge |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, high and low heart rate | Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls, irregular rhythm |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Digital Player | - | MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR, M4A, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin epix Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.3 |
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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 epix Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Type | AMOLED - colour | Super AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 416 x 416 pixels | 432 x 432 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.3" | 1.3" |
Pixel Density | - | 330 ppi |
Colour Depth | - | 24-bit (16.7 million colours) |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | Yes | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin epix Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons | Touch sensitive screen, rotating bezel, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin epix Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Case Size | - | 43 mm |
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Crystal Type | - | Sapphire crystal |
Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Passivated stainless steel | - |
Case Back | Steel | - |
Case Details | Slate steel | - |
BAND | Garmin epix Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Size | - | S/M |
Band Width | 22 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 125-208 mm | - |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Silicone | Hybrid eco-leather |
Band Colour | - | Black | Silver |
STORAGE | Garmin epix Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
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User Memory | - | 7.1 GB |
RAM | Garmin epix Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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RAM Size | - | 2 GB |
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CPU | Garmin epix Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Manufacturer | - | Samsung |
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CPU Type | - | Exynos W930 |
Clock Speed | - | 1.4 GHz |
BATTERY | Garmin epix Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Capacity | - | 300 mAh |
Battery Life | - | 40 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 |
Typical usage (AOD Off) - up to 40 hour(s) Typical usage (AOD On) - up to 30 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
Wireless Charging Standards | - | WPC |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin epix Gen 2 | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | - |
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Preloaded Software | - | Google Maps, Samsung Wallet |
Compliant Standards | - | IP68, MIL-STD 810H |
SAR Value | 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.28 W/kg (limb) | 0.288 W/kg (limb), 0.177 W/kg (head) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 45 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | -20 °C | - |
Manufacturer Model Number | - | SM-R950 |