In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6S Sapphire and Apple Watch SE (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 Sapphire | 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 |
Width | 42 mm | - |
Height | 42 mm | - |
Depth | 13.8 mm | - |
Weight | 44 g | - |
Body Details | - | 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 6S Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical 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, sleep activity, heart rate |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Bluetooth Smart technology, store & play music, PacePro pace guidance | Music remote handling, camera remote control, Retina Display technology, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, irregular beat alerts |
Notifications | SMS, social apps, incoming calls | 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 | - | Apple Pay |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri |
IoT Voice Controlled | - | Direct |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin fēnix 6S Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (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 Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (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 | Sapphire glass | Ion-X glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6S Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6S Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Case Size | 42 mm | 40 mm |
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Case Shape | Round | Rectangular |
Case Back | - | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
Case Details | Rose gold-tone | Carbon grey DLC | Silver aluminium | Gold aluminium | Space grey aluminium |
Crown Type | - | Digital with haptic feedback |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6S Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Band Type | Band | Sport band |
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Band Size | - | Regular |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | - | 130-200 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Pin-and-tuck |
Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | Powder grey | Black | Heathered black | Abyss blue | Starlight | Midnight | Pink sand | White | Black |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6S Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (GPS) |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
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CPU | Garmin fēnix 6S Sapphire | 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 6S Sapphire | Apple Watch SE (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 Sapphire | 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 | - | 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 | 1-year warranty |