In depth comparison and review of Garmin Tactix 7 and Google Pixel Watch 2. 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 Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | Wear OS 4.0 by Google |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | Android 9.0 or later |
Activity/Sport | Multisport | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 51 mm | - |
Height | 51 mm | - |
Depth | 14.9 mm | - |
Weight | 61 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 31 g |
Body Material | Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer | 100% recycled aluminium |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor, gyroscope | Ambient light sensor, barometer, magnetometer, altimeter, 3-axis accelerometer, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor, temperature sensor, continuous electrodermal activity (cEDA) sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, temperature, hydration, recovery time, hunt activity | Calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, mood, skin temperature, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, menstrual cycle, Resting Heart Rate (RHR), heart rate variability, breathing rate, ECG, sleep quality score |
Modes | Night vision mode, stealth mode, jumpmaster mode | - |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, multiple time zones, store & play music, Garmin Elevate, LiveTrack, Group LiveTrack, TrueUp, auto pause, PacePro pace guidance, solar charging, music playback control, weather information, kill switch, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor | Call handling, find phone function, auto-activity detection, Find my Device, breathing training function, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, weather information, Active Zone Minutes, heart rate zones, instant message reply, customisable watch faces, Stress Management Score, Daily Readiness Score, brightness: 1000 nits, cardio fitness score |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | 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 |
CELLULAR | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Technology | - | WCDMA (UMTS) |
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Mobile Broadband Generation | - | 4G |
SIM Card Type | - | Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 280 x 280 pixels | - |
Screen Size | 1.4" | - |
Pixel Density | - | 320 ppi |
Screen Protection | Power Sapphire | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass) |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen, touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen, side button |
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CASE | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
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Bezel | Titanium | - |
Case Back | - | Aluminium |
Case Details | Black DLC | Polished silver aluminum |
Crown Type | - | Haptic |
BAND | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Band Type | Band | Active band |
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Band Size | - | S/L |
Band Width | 26 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 135-213 mm | 130-210 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | - |
Band Material | Nylon | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | Black | Porcelain | Bay |
STORAGE | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
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RAM | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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RAM Size | - | 2 GB |
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CPU | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Manufacturer | - | Qualcomm |
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CPU Type | - | 5100 |
Features | - | Cortex M33 co-processor |
BATTERY | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Technology | - | Lithium Ion |
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Capacity | - | 294 mAh |
Battery Life | 28 day(s) | 24 hours |
Battery Life Details | Smartwatch mode - up to 28 days Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 37 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 90 days Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 1 year GPS mode - up to 89 hour(s) GPS mode (with solar) - up to 122 hour(s) All satellite systems mode - up to 63 hour(s) All satellite systems mode (with solar) - up to 77 hour(s) All satellite systems with music mode - up to 16 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 213 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 578 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 62 days Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 139 days |
Always-on display mode - up to 24 hours |
Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Recharge Time | - | 75 hour(s) |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Tactix 7 | Google Pixel Watch 2 |
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Included Accessories | Black silicon band, charging/data cable | 2 wristbands (S+L), USB-C magnetic charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | Stopwatch, Data, Time, Alarm Clock, Timer, Garmion Connect IQ | Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet |
Compliant Standards | MIL-STD-810 | - |
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) | - | 0.12 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (limb) 0.203 W/kg (body) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Manufacturer Model Number | - | GC3G8 |
Warranty | - | 2-year warranty |