Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Tactix 7 and Samsung Galaxy Watch5. 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 Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Product Type | Sport watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | Wear OS by Samsung |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS, Android | Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later |
Activity/Sport | Multisport | - |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | - | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 51 mm | 40.4 mm |
Height | 51 mm | 39.3 mm |
Depth | 14.9 mm | 9.8 mm |
Weight | 61 g | 28.7 g |
Body Material | Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer | Armor aluminium |
Protection | Water-resistant | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, thermometre, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor, gyroscope | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, bioimpedance sensor, temperature, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, BioActive 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 | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature, blood oxygen saturation, body composition, ECG, REM phases, sleep quality score |
Modes | Night vision mode, stealth mode, jumpmaster mode | 90+ exercise modes |
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 | Reminder of hydration, snoring detection, Body composition measurement tool, Sleep Coaching, Better Sleep, Samsung Smart Switch |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls | Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Vibration alert, visual interface |
Digital Player | - | MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR, M4A, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA |
Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver |
Payment Technology | Garmin Pay | - |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Platform | - | SmartThings |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Google Assistant, Bixby |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ | NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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Bluetooth Profiles | - | Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) |
DISPLAY | Garmin Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | Super AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 280 x 280 pixels | 396 x 396 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.4" | 1.2" |
Aspect Ratio | - | Full circle |
Pixel Density | - | 330 ppi |
Colour Depth | - | 24-bit (16.7 million colours) |
Screen Protection | Power Sapphire | - |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen, touch buttons | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Case Size | - | 40 mm |
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Crystal Type | - | Sapphire crystal |
Case Shape | Round | Round |
Bezel | Titanium | - |
Case Details | Black DLC | Graphite | Pink gold | Silver |
BAND | Garmin Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Band Type | Band | Sport band |
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Band Width | 26 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 135-213 mm | - |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | Buckle |
Band Material | Nylon | - |
Band Colour | Black | Graphite | Pink gold | Purple |
STORAGE | Garmin Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 16 GB |
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User Memory | - | 7.5 GB |
RAM | Garmin Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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RAM Size | - | 1.5 GB |
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CPU | Garmin Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Manufacturer | - | Samsung |
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CPU Type | - | Exynos W920 |
Clock Speed | - | 1.18 GHz |
BATTERY | Garmin Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Capacity | - | 284 mAh |
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Battery Life | 28 day(s) | 40 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 |
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Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
Wireless Charging Standards | - | WPC, Wireless PowerShare |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin Tactix 7 | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 |
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Included Accessories | Black silicon band, charging/data cable | Wireless charging dock |
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Preloaded Software | Stopwatch, Data, Time, Alarm Clock, Timer, Garmion Connect IQ | Deezer, Google Maps, YouTube Music, SoundCloud |
Compliant Standards | MIL-STD-810 | IP68, MIL-STD 810H |
SAR Value | - | 0.696 W/kg (limb), 0.275 W/kg (head) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 100 m | 50 m |
Manufacturer Model Number | - | SM-R900 |
Warranty | - | 2-year warranty |