Garmin fēnix 7S vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin fēnix 7S and Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation. 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin fēnix 7S vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin fēnix 7S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Operating System - WatchOS
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS 16 or later
Activity/Sport Multisport -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Body Details With band: 63 g
Case only: 47 g
Case only: 26.4 g
Body Material Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer Aluminium
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin fēnix 7S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Sensors Accelerometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor, Pulse Ox sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen)
Tracking Data Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance, temperature Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, rejecting a call, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, PacePro pace guidance, animated workouts, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor Call handling, music remote handling, camera remote control, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, Family Setup support, International Emergency Calling, Crash Detection, noise monitoring, Compass Waypoint, brightness: 1000 nits
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls, high and low heart rate Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology Garmin Pay Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CONNECTIVITY Garmin fēnix 7S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin fēnix 7S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective Retina LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels 324 x 394 pixels
Screen Size 1.2" -
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass) Ion-X glass
INPUT DEVICE Garmin fēnix 7S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Type Touch sensitive screen, push buttons Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin fēnix 7S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Case Size 42 mm 40 mm
Case Shape Round Rectangular
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Back Metal Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details Silver Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium | Starlight aluminium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Garmin fēnix 7S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Band Type Band Sport band
Band Size - Regular
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 108-182 mm 130-200 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Graphite | Whitestone Midnight | Starlight
STORAGE Garmin fēnix 7S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Storage Capacity 16 GB 32 GB
CPU Garmin fēnix 7S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Manufacturer - Apple
CPU Type - S8 SiP
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip
BATTERY Garmin fēnix 7S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life - 18 hours
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 11 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 38 days
GPS mode - up to 37 hour(s)
All satellite systems mode - up to 26 hours
All satellite systems with music mode - up to 7 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 90 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 26 days
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Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin fēnix 7S Apple Watch SE (GPS) 2nd generation
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software - Apple Pay, GymKit
SAR Value 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.32 W/kg (limb) 0.24 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 100 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 45 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - A2722
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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