Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 245 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 Forerunner 245 | 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 | - | Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later |
Activity/Sport | Running, swimming, ski, cycling | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 42.3 mm | - |
Height | 42.3 mm | - |
Depth | 12.2 mm | - |
Weight | 38.5 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 36 g |
Body Material | Fibre-reinforced polymer | 80% recycled stainless steel |
Protection | Waterproof | Scratch-resistant, water-resistant, splash-resistant |
Colours | Black | - |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, electromagnetic compass, 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, heart rate, 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, camera remote control, find phone function, VO2 max, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery | 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 | SMS, 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 | - | 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 Forerunner 245 | 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 Forerunner 245 | 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 | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass) |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Type | - | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
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Case Back | - | Stainless steel |
Case Details | Black | Polished silver | Champagne gold | Matte black |
BAND | Garmin Forerunner 245 | 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 | 127-204 mm | 165-210 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | - |
Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | Grey | Merlot | Charcoal | Chalk | Hazel | Obsidian |
STORAGE | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 GB |
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RAM | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Google Pixel Watch |
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RAM Size | - | 2 GB |
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CPU | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Google Pixel Watch |
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CPU Type | - | Exynos 9110 |
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BATTERY | Garmin Forerunner 245 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Capacity | - | 294 mAh |
Battery Life | - | 24 hours |
Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 24 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 7 days |
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Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Forerunner 245 | 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 | Calendar, Weather, Timer, Fitness Age | Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |