In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6S Pro and Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS). 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 fēnix 6S Pro | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | WatchOS 6 |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 42 mm | 34 mm |
Height | 42 mm | 40 mm |
Depth | 13.8 mm | 10.74 mm |
Weight | 44 g | 30.8 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | Aluminium |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, gesture, geomagnetic sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, UV index, menstrual cycle |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Bluetooth Smart technology, store & play music | Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, listening to music, Retina Display technology, call alerts, Fall detection, Emergency SOS |
Notifications | SMS, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, SMS, Email |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Apple Pay |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri |
IoT Voice Controlled | - | Direct |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | LTPO OLED - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 324 x 394 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) | Ion-X glass |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen (Force Touch) |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) |
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Case Size | - | 40 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Rectangular |
Case Back | - | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
Case Details | Rose gold-tone | Black | Silver aluminium | Space grey aluminium | Gold aluminium |
Crown Type | - | Digital with haptic feedback |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) |
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Band Type | Band | Sport band |
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Band Size | - | S/M/L |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 130-200 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | White | Black | White | Black | Pink sand |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
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CPU | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) |
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Manufacturer | - | Apple |
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CPU Type | - | S5 |
Features | - | W3 Apple wireless chip |
BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | - | 18 hours |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days GPS mode - up to 25 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 50 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 20 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 34 days GPS with Music mode - up to 6 hour(s) |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6S Pro | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Power adapter, magnetic charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | - | Apple Pay |
SAR Value | - | 0.09 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |