Detailed comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 5 Plus 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.
GENERAL | Garmin fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | Wear OS by Google |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later |
Activity/Sport | Golf, running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding, tactical, mountain biking | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 47 mm | - |
Height | 47 mm | - |
Depth | 15.8 mm | - |
Weight | 86 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 36 g |
Body Material | Steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | 80% recycled stainless steel |
Protection | Water-resistant | Scratch-resistant, water-resistant, splash-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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Sensors | Digital compass, thermometre, altimeter, gyro sensor, heart rate, barometric altimeter | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, pace, stress level | 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, 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 | 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 | Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | 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 fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Bluetooth Profiles | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) | - |
DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | - |
Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
Pixel Density | - | 320 ppi |
Screen Protection | Chemically strengthened glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass) |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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Type | Push buttons | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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Case Size | 47 mm | - |
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Crystal Type | Chemically strengthened glass | - |
Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
Case Back | - | Stainless steel |
Case Details | Silver | Polished silver | Champagne gold | Matte black |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Size | - | L |
Band Width | 22 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 163-249 mm | 165-210 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | - |
Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | Black | Charcoal | Chalk | Hazel | Obsidian |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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Storage Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB |
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RAM | Garmin fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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RAM Size | - | 2 GB |
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CPU | Garmin fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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CPU Type | - | Exynos 9110 |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Capacity | - | 294 mAh |
Battery Life | 12 day(s) | 24 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) |
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Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 5 Plus | Google Pixel Watch |
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Included Accessories | Charging cable | Wristband (135 - 170 mm), 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, USB-C magnetic charging cable |
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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 | Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |