Garmin fēnix 6S vs. Garmin Approach G12

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 6S and Garmin Approach G12. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin fēnix 6S vs. Garmin Approach G12 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin fēnix 6S Garmin Approach G12
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Golf
Wearing Style Watch style Clothing
Width 42 mm 45.8 mm
Height 42 mm 51.3 mm
Depth 13.8 mm 12.4 mm
Weight 44 g 25.1 g
Body Material Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer -
Protection Waterproof -
Clock Display Yes -
FEATURES Garmin fēnix 6S Garmin Approach G12
Sensors Accelerometer, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor Odometer
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data
Goal Setting Yes -
Features Bluetooth Smart technology, store & play music Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology
Notifications SMS, social apps, incoming calls -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver -
CONNECTIVITY Garmin fēnix 6S Garmin Approach G12
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ Bluetooth
DISPLAY Garmin fēnix 6S Garmin Approach G12
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective Monochrome
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels 175 x 175 pixels
Screen Size 1.2" -
Dimensions (WxH) - 23 mm x 23 mm
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) -
INPUT DEVICE Garmin fēnix 6S Garmin Approach G12
Type - Push buttons
CASE Garmin fēnix 6S Garmin Approach G12
Case Shape Round Circular
Case Details Silver -
BAND Garmin fēnix 6S Garmin Approach G12
Band Type Band -
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour White | Black -
STORAGE Garmin fēnix 6S Garmin Approach G12
Storage Capacity 32 GB -
RAM Garmin fēnix 6S Garmin Approach G12
RAM Size 64 MB -
BATTERY Garmin fēnix 6S Garmin Approach G12
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life - 30 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)
GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin fēnix 6S Garmin Approach G12
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging/data cable
Compliant Standards - IEC 60529 IPX7
Max Depth of Water Resistance 100 m -
Max Operating Temperature - 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -20 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty 1-year warranty
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