Garmin vívomove Luxe vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin vívomove Luxe 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.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin vívomove Luxe vs. Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin vívomove Luxe 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
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 42 mm -
Height 42 mm -
Depth 11.9 mm -
Weight 44.5 g -
Body Details - Case only: 27.8 g
Body Material Stainless steel Aluminium
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Garmin vívomove Luxe Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, heart rate, Pulse Ox sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyroscope, always-on altimeter, optical heart sensor (2d gen)
Tracking Data Distance, time, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, respiratory rate, menstrual cycle, hydration Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, sleep stages, menstrual cycle
Watch Movement Quartz -
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Music remote handling, find phone function, idle alert, HR zones, gesture control, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, GPS via mobile, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery 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 Incoming calls Calendar, SMS, Email, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm, cardio fitness
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology - Apple Pay
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Siri
IoT Voice Controlled - Direct
CELLULAR Garmin vívomove Luxe Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Technology - WCDMA (UMTS)
Mobile Broadband Generation - 4G
SIM Card Type - Electronic SIM card (e-SIM)
CONNECTIVITY Garmin vívomove Luxe 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 5.0, ANT+ IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin vívomove Luxe Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Type AMOLED - colour Retina LTPO OLED - colour
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels 324 x 394 pixels
Dimensions (WxH) 24.1 mm x 18.7 mm -
Screen Protection - Ion-X glass
INPUT DEVICE Garmin vívomove Luxe Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen
CASE Garmin vívomove Luxe Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Case Size 42 mm 40 mm
Crystal Type Domed sapphire crystal -
Case Shape Round Rectangular
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Back - Sapphire crystal and ceramic back
Case Details Silver stainless steel Starlight aluminium | Midnight aluminium | Silver aluminium
Crown Type - Digital with haptic feedback
BAND Garmin vívomove Luxe Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Band Type Milanese band Sport band
Band Size - Regular
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-190 mm 130-200 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Pin-and-tuck
Band Material Stainless steel mesh Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Silver Starlight | Midnight | White
STORAGE Garmin vívomove Luxe Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
CPU Garmin vívomove Luxe Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Manufacturer - Apple
CPU Type - S8 SiP
Features - W3 Apple wireless chip
BATTERY Garmin vívomove Luxe Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life 5 day(s) 18 hours
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 5 days -
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin vívomove Luxe Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) 2nd generation
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Magnetic charger to USB-C cable (1 m)
Preloaded Software - Apple Pay, GymKit
SAR Value - 0.13 W/kg (head), 1.35 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 50 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - A2725
Warranty - 1-year warranty
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