Detailed comparison and review of Garmin vívoactive 3 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.
GENERAL | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | - | Wear OS by Google |
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 | 43.4 mm | - |
Height | 43.4 mm | - |
Depth | 11.7 mm | - |
Weight | 43 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 36 g |
Body Material | - | 80% recycled stainless steel |
Protection | Waterproof | Scratch-resistant, water-resistant, splash-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, digital compass, thermometre, altimeter, heart rate, VO2 max | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, pace, 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, find phone function, call alerts, Bluetooth Smart technology, automatic exercise recognition, VIRB control, Move IQ, Side Swipe interface, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts | 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, SMS, Email | Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | Vibration alert, visual interface | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | - | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou 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 |
CONNECTIVITY | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth 4.0, ANT+/ANT | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Type | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective | AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 240 x 240 pixels | - |
Screen Size | 1.2" | - |
Aspect Ratio | Full circle | - |
Pixel Density | - | 320 ppi |
Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass) |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen, push buttons |
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CASE | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Case Shape | Round | Round |
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Bezel | Stainless steel | - |
Case Back | Glass fibre reinforced polymer | Stainless steel |
Case Details | Stainless steel | Rose gold | Gunmetal | Polished silver | Champagne gold | Matte black |
BAND | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Band Type | Band | Band |
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Band Size | - | L |
Band Width | 20 mm | - |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 127-204 mm | 165-210 mm |
Changeable | Yes | Yes |
Clasp Type | Buckle | - |
Band Material | Silicone | Fluoroelastomer |
Band Colour | Black | White | Charcoal | Chalk | Hazel | Obsidian |
STORAGE | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 GB |
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RAM | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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RAM Size | - | 2 GB |
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CPU | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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CPU Type | - | Exynos 9110 |
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BATTERY | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Capacity | - | 294 mAh |
Battery Life | 8 day(s) | 24 hours |
Battery Life Details | Navigation tracking - up to 13 hour(s) Typical usage - up to 8 days |
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Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Garmin vívoactive 3 | Google Pixel Watch |
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Included Accessories | Charging cable | Wristband (135 - 170 mm), 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, USB-C magnetic charging cable |
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Preloaded Software | Garmin Pay, Garmin Heartbeat, CONNECT IQ | Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | 1-year warranty |