In depth comparison and review of Garmin MARQ Driver and Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 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.
GENERAL | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
Product Type | Smart watch | Smart watch |
---|---|---|
Operating System | - | WatchOS |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | iOS 16 or later |
Activity/Sport | Running, swimming, ski, cycling | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 46 mm | - |
Height | 46 mm | - |
Depth | 14.7 mm | - |
Weight | 128 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 27.8 g |
Body Material | Titanium, silicone, ceramic | Aluminium |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
Sensors | Accelerometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, thermometre, altimeter, heart rate, VO2 max, barometric altimeter | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen) |
---|---|---|
Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Music remote handling, find phone function, call alerts, Bluetooth Smart technology, automatic exercise recognition, VIRB control, Move IQ, Side Swipe interface, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, sunrise/sunset times, LiveTrack, Group LiveTrack, Live Event Sharing, Live Delta Time, auto lap splits, TrueUp, Body Battery, auto pause, auto lap, Physio TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, TracBack, TruSwing, UltraTrac | 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 | Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | 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 |
CELLULAR | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
Technology | - | WCDMA (UMTS) |
---|---|---|
Mobile Broadband Generation | - | 4G |
SIM Card Type | - | Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
3M UMTS Band | - | Band 1, Band 2, Band 5, Band 8, Band 10 |
---|---|---|
4G LTE Band | - | Band 1, Band 2, Band 3, Band 4, Band 5, Band 7, Band 8, Band 18, Band 19, Band 20, Band 25, Band 26, Band 28, Band 39, Band 40, Band 41, Band 66 |
Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, ANT+/ANT | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, Bluetooth 5.0 |
Bluetooth Profiles | Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) | - |
DISPLAY | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour | Retina LTPO OLED - colour |
---|---|---|
Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | 324 x 394 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | Ion-X glass |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen |
---|
CASE | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
Case Size | - | 40 mm |
---|---|---|
Crystal Type | Domed sapphire crystal | - |
Case Shape | Round | Rectangular |
Bezel | Titanium/ceramic | - |
Case Back | - | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
Case Details | - | Starlight aluminium | Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium |
Crown Type | - | Digital with haptic feedback |
BAND | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
Band Type | Band | Sport band |
---|---|---|
Band Size | - | Regular |
Band Width | 22 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 135-213 mm | 130-200 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | - | Pin-and-tuck |
Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | - | Starlight | Midnight | White |
STORAGE | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
---|
CPU | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
Manufacturer | - | Apple |
---|---|---|
CPU Type | - | S8 SiP |
Features | - | W3 Apple wireless chip |
BATTERY | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
---|---|---|
Battery Life | 12 day(s) | 18 hours |
Battery Life Details | GPS mode - up to 28 hour(s) GPS with Music mode - up to 9 hour(s) Training mode - up to 48 hour(s) |
- |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin MARQ Driver | Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation |
---|
Included Accessories | Charging cable | Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m) |
---|---|---|
Preloaded Software | Calendar, Chronograph, Alarm Clock, Weather, Timer, Find My Phone, Fitness Age, Move IQ, Garmin Pay, CONNECT IQ, Spotify, Find My Watch, Race App | Apple Pay, GymKit |
SAR Value | - | 0.13 W/kg (head), 1.35 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Manufacturer Model Number | - | A2725 |
Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |