Side by side comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6 and Apple Watch SE (GPS). Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
GENERAL | Garmin fēnix 6 | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | WatchOS 7 |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS 14 or later |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Body Details | Case only: 57 g | Case only: 30.49 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | Aerospace-grade aluminium alloy |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6 | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, 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 |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Find phone function, HR zones, Bluetooth Smart technology, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, music playback control, dual grid coordinates format | Music remote handling, camera remote control, Retina Display technology, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, irregular beat alerts |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps | Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GNSS 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 | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6 | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | LTPO OLED - colour |
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Resolution | 260 x 260 pixels | 324 x 394 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.3" | - |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) | Ion-X glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6 | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Type | Touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6 | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Case Size | 47 mm | 40 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Rectangular |
Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
Case Back | Metal | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
Case Details | Silver | Silver aluminium | Gold aluminium | Space grey aluminium |
Crown Type | - | Digital with haptic feedback |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6 | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Band Type | Band | Sport band |
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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 | Abyss blue | Starlight | Midnight | Pink sand | White | Black |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6 | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | 32 GB |
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CPU | Garmin fēnix 6 | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Manufacturer | - | Apple |
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CPU Type | - | S5 SiP |
Features | - | W3 Apple wireless chip |
BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6 | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 48 day(s) | 18 hours |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days GPS mode - up to 36 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 72 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 28 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 48 days |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6 | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | S/M band, M/L band, magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m) |
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Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay | Apple Pay, GymKit |
SAR Value | - | 0.2 W/kg (head), 0.14 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Manufacturer Model Number | - | A2351 |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |