Side by side comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6S Solar and Google Pixel Watch. 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 6S Solar | 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 | 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 | 42 mm | - |
Height | 42 mm | - |
Depth | 14.2 mm | - |
Weight | 60 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 36 g |
Body Material | Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer | 80% recycled stainless steel |
Protection | Water-resistant | Scratch-resistant, water-resistant, splash-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Google Pixel Watch |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, pulse oximeter, optical heart sensor | 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, blood oxygen saturation, 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, 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, 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, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications |
Vibrating Alert | - | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | 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 6S Solar | Google Pixel Watch |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | 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 | Power Glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass) |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Google Pixel Watch |
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Type | Touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Google Pixel Watch |
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Case Size | 42 mm | - |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
Case Back | Metal | Stainless steel |
Case Details | Silver | Polished silver | Champagne gold | Matte black |
BAND | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Google Pixel Watch |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Size | - | L |
Band Width | 20 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 108-182 mm | 165-210 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | - |
Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | Black | Charcoal | Chalk | Hazel | Obsidian |
STORAGE | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Google Pixel Watch |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | 32 GB |
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RAM | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Google Pixel Watch |
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RAM Size | - | 2 GB |
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CPU | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Google Pixel Watch |
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CPU Type | - | Exynos 9110 |
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BATTERY | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Google Pixel Watch |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Capacity | - | 294 mAh |
Battery Life | 59 day(s) | 24 hours |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 10.5 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 34 days Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 59 days Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 50 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 64 hour(s) GPS mode - up to 25 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 28 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 20 days Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 26 days |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin fēnix 6S Solar | Google Pixel Watch |
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Included Accessories | Charging/data cable | Wristband (135 - 170 mm), 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, USB-C magnetic charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay | Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |