Garmin fēnix 5 Plus vs. Garmin Approach G12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 5 Plus and Garmin Approach G12. 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 fēnix 5 Plus vs. Garmin Approach G12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin fēnix 5 Plus Garmin Approach G12
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Golf, running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding, tactical, mountain biking Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Clothing
Width 47 mm 45.8 mm
Height 47 mm 51.3 mm
Depth 15.8 mm 12.4 mm
Weight 86 g 25.1 g
Body Material Steel, fibre-reinforced polymer -
Protection Water-resistant -
Clock Display Yes -
FEATURES Garmin fēnix 5 Plus Garmin Approach G12
Sensors Digital compass, thermometre, altimeter, gyro sensor, heart rate, barometric altimeter Odometer
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, pace, stress level Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data
Goal Setting Yes -
Features Music remote handling, find phone function, call alerts, Bluetooth Smart technology, automatic exercise recognition, VIRB control, Move IQ, Side Swipe interface, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, Live Event Sharing, Live Delta Time, auto lap splits Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface -
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver -
Payment Technology Garmin Pay -
CONNECTIVITY Garmin fēnix 5 Plus Garmin Approach G12
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ Bluetooth
Bluetooth Profiles Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) -
DISPLAY Garmin fēnix 5 Plus Garmin Approach G12
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective Monochrome
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels 175 x 175 pixels
Screen Size 1.2" -
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection Chemically strengthened glass -
INPUT DEVICE Garmin fēnix 5 Plus Garmin Approach G12
Type Push buttons Push buttons
CASE Garmin fēnix 5 Plus Garmin Approach G12
Case Size 47 mm -
Crystal Type Chemically strengthened glass -
Case Shape Round Circular
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Details Silver -
BAND Garmin fēnix 5 Plus Garmin Approach G12
Band Type Band -
Band Width 22 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 163-249 mm -
Changeable Yes -
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour Black -
STORAGE Garmin fēnix 5 Plus Garmin Approach G12
Storage Capacity 16 GB -
BATTERY Garmin fēnix 5 Plus Garmin Approach G12
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life 12 day(s) 30 hours
Battery Life Details UltraTrac mode + HR - up to 42 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 12 days
GPS + HR mode - up to 18 hour(s)
GPS + HR with Music mode - up to 8 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin fēnix 5 Plus Garmin Approach G12
Included Accessories Charging cable Charging/data cable
Preloaded Software Calendar, Chronograph, Alarm Clock, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Fitness Age, Move IQ, Garmin Pay, CONNECT IQ, Spotify, Find My Watch, Race App -
Compliant Standards - IEC 60529 IPX7
Max Depth of Water Resistance 100 m -
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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