Garmin Forerunner 30 vs. ASUS VivoWatch 5

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 30 and ASUS VivoWatch 5. 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 Forerunner 30 vs. ASUS VivoWatch 5 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 30 ASUS VivoWatch 5
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android Android 4.4 (KitKat) or later, iOS 11 or later
Activity/Sport Running, cycling Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 35.5 mm -
Height 40.7 mm -
Depth 13.4 mm -
Weight 37.3 g -
Body Details - With silicone band: 74 g
Body Material - Stainless steel
Protection Waterproof Waterproof
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Forerunner 30 ASUS VivoWatch 5
Sensors Accelerometer, heart rate Altimeter, gravity sensor, temperature, ECG sensor, PPG sensor, gyroscope
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, pace, cadence Speed, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, stress level, blood pressure, oxygen level, altitude, temperature, ECG, sleep quality score
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features VO2 max, sunlight readable, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, auto lap Personalised Watch Faces
Notifications - Missed calls, SMS, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver GPS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Forerunner 30 ASUS VivoWatch 5
Wireless Interface Bluetooth NFC, Bluetooth 4.2
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 30 ASUS VivoWatch 5
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome - transflective LCD - colour - high-reflective
Resolution 128 x 128 pixels -
Screen Size 0.93" -
Dimensions (WxH) 23.5 mm x 23.4 mm -
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Forerunner 30 ASUS VivoWatch 5
Type - Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin Forerunner 30 ASUS VivoWatch 5
Crystal Type Chemically strengthened glass -
Case Shape Rounded square Circular
Case Details Black -
BAND Garmin Forerunner 30 ASUS VivoWatch 5
Band Type Strap Strap
Band Width - 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference 140-200 mm -
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone -
Band Colour Slate grey -
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 30 ASUS VivoWatch 5
Capacity - 300 mAh
Battery Life 5 day(s) -
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 8 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 5 days
Typical usage - up to 10 days
Power saving mode - up to 14 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 30 ASUS VivoWatch 5
Included Accessories Charging cable Charging cable
Preloaded Software Stopwatch, Calendar, Alarm, Timer, Find My Phone, Garmion Connect IQ -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Manufacturer Model Number - HC-B05
Warranty 2-year warranty -
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