Garmin Forerunner 55 vs. Google Pixel Watch

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Forerunner 55 and Google Pixel Watch. 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 Forerunner 55 vs. Google Pixel Watch Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Forerunner 55 Google Pixel Watch
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Operating System - Wear OS by Google
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 42 mm -
Height 42 mm -
Depth 11.6 mm -
Weight 37 g -
Body Details - Case only: 36 g
Body Material - 80% recycled stainless steel
Protection Waterproof Scratch-resistant, water-resistant, splash-resistant
Colours Monterra grey -
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Forerunner 55 Google Pixel Watch
Sensors Accelerometer, optical heart sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, speed, calories burned, sleep activity, 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, idle alert, Garmin Connect compatible, 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 Calendar, Email, social apps Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS 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 55 Google Pixel Watch
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, ANT+ IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin Forerunner 55 Google Pixel Watch
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective AMOLED - colour
Resolution 208 x 208 pixels -
Screen Size 1.04" -
Pixel Density - 320 ppi
Screen Protection Chemically strengthened glass Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Forerunner 55 Google Pixel Watch
Type Touch buttons Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin Forerunner 55 Google Pixel Watch
Case Shape Round Round
Case Back - Stainless steel
Case Details Black | White | Aqua green Polished silver | Champagne gold | Matte black
BAND Garmin Forerunner 55 Google Pixel Watch
Band Type Band Band
Band Size - L
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 165-210 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Black | White | Aqua green Charcoal | Chalk | Hazel | Obsidian
STORAGE Garmin Forerunner 55 Google Pixel Watch
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
RAM Garmin Forerunner 55 Google Pixel Watch
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Garmin Forerunner 55 Google Pixel Watch
CPU Type - Exynos 9110
BATTERY Garmin Forerunner 55 Google Pixel Watch
Technology - Lithium Ion
Capacity - 294 mAh
Battery Life 14 day(s) 24 hours
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 20 hour(s)
Smartwatch mode - up to 14 days
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Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Forerunner 55 Google Pixel Watch
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Wristband (135 - 170 mm), 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, USB-C magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software - Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Warranty 1-year warranty 1-year warranty
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