Garmin vívomove HR Sport vs. Google Pixel Watch 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin vívomove HR Sport 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin vívomove HR Sport vs. Google Pixel Watch 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System - Wear OS 4.0 by Google
Supported Host Device OS - Android 9.0 or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 43 mm -
Height 43 mm -
Depth 11.6 mm -
Weight 40.8 g -
Body Details - Case only: 31 g
Body Material - 100% recycled aluminium
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Sensors Altimeter, VO2 max, 3-axis accelerometer Ambient light sensor, barometer, magnetometer, altimeter, 3-axis accelerometer, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor, temperature sensor, continuous electrodermal activity (cEDA) sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, stress level 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
Watch Movement Quartz -
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Music remote handling, strength training guidance, camera remote control, Bluetooth Smart technology, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible 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, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS 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
CELLULAR Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Technology - WCDMA (UMTS)
Mobile Broadband Generation - 4G
SIM Card Type - Electronic SIM card (e-SIM)
CONNECTIVITY Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Wireless Interface Bluetooth IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Type LCD - monochrome AMOLED - colour
Pixel Density - 320 ppi
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, side button
CASE Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Case Shape - Round
Case Back - Aluminium
Case Details Black | Rose gold Polished silver aluminum
Crown Type - Haptic
BAND Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Band Type Sport band Active band
Band Size L S/L
Fits Wrist with Circumference 148-215 mm 130-210 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Black | White Porcelain | Bay
STORAGE Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
RAM Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Manufacturer - Qualcomm
CPU Type - 5100
Features - Cortex M33 co-processor
BATTERY Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Capacity - 294 mAh
Battery Life 5 day(s) 24 hours
Battery Life Details - Always-on display mode - up to 24 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time - 75 hour(s)
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin vívomove HR Sport Google Pixel Watch 2
Included Accessories - 2 wristbands (S+L), USB-C magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software VO2 Max, Fitness Age Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.12 W/kg (head)
0.84 W/kg (limb)
0.203 W/kg (body)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Manufacturer Model Number - GC3G8
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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