Garmin fēnix 6 Solar vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6 Solar and Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation. 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 fēnix 6 Solar vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin fēnix 6 Solar Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Operating System - WatchOS
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS 16 or later
Activity/Sport Running, swimming, ski, cycling, hiking, climbing, snowboarding, rower, kayaking, jumpmaster, stand up paddleboarding -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 47 mm -
Height 47 mm -
Depth 15.1 mm -
Weight 85 g -
Body Details - Case only: 26.4 g
Body Material Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer Aluminium
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin fēnix 6 Solar Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Sensors Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen)
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, find phone function, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, solar charging, dual grid coordinates format Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology Garmin Pay Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Garmin fēnix 6 Solar Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin fēnix 6 Solar Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective Retina LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution 260 x 260 pixels 324 x 394 pixels
Screen Size 1.3" -
Screen Protection Power Glass Ion-X glass
INPUT DEVICE Garmin fēnix 6 Solar Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type Touch buttons Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin fēnix 6 Solar Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Case Size 47 mm 40 mm
Case Shape Round Rectangular
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Back Metal Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details Silver Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium | Starlight aluminium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Garmin fēnix 6 Solar Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Band Type Band Sport band
Band Size - Regular
Band Width 22 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-208 mm 130-200 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Black Midnight | Starlight
STORAGE Garmin fēnix 6 Solar Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Storage Capacity 64 MB 32 GB
CPU Garmin fēnix 6 Solar Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Manufacturer - Apple
CPU Type - S8 SiP
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip
BATTERY Garmin fēnix 6 Solar Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 80 day(s) 18 hours
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days
Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 16 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 48 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 80 days
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 72 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 93 hour(s)
GPS mode - up to 36 hour(s)
GPS mode (with solar) - up to 40 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 28 days
Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 36 days
GPS with Music mode - up to 10 hour(s)
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Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin fēnix 6 Solar Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software Garmin Pay Apple Pay, GymKit
SAR Value - 0.24 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 100 m 50 m
Manufacturer Model Number - A2722
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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