Microsoft Band vs. Google Pixel Watch

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Band and Google Pixel Watch. 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

Microsoft Band vs. Google Pixel Watch Comparison Chart
GENERAL Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System - Wear OS by Google
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), Android 4.4 (KitKat), Windows Phone OS 8.1, iOS 7.1 or later Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later
Wearing Style - Watch style
Audio Input Microphone Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 19 mm -
Depth 8.7 mm -
Weight 60 g -
Body Details - Case only: 36 g
Body Material TPE 80% recycled stainless steel
Protection Dustproof, splashproof Scratch-resistant, water-resistant, splash-resistant
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
Sensors Ambient light sensor, pedometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, thermometre, heart rate, UV sensor, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature Time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, mood, floors climbed, stress level, ECG, sleep quality score, mindfulness
Goal Setting - Yes
Features - 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 - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou 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
CONNECTIVITY Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
Type TFT - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 320 x 106 pixels -
Screen Size 1.4" -
Dimensions (WxH) 33 mm x 11 mm -
Pixel Density - 320 ppi
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
Case Shape - Round
Case Back - Stainless steel
Case Details - Polished silver | Champagne gold | Matte black
BAND Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
Band Type - Band
Band Size - L
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 165-210 mm
Changeable - Yes
Band Material - Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour - Charcoal | Chalk | Hazel | Obsidian
STORAGE Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
Storage Capacity 64 MB 32 GB
RAM Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
Manufacturer ARM -
CPU Type Cortex-M4 Exynos 9110
BATTERY Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Capacity 100 mAh 294 mAh
Battery Life 48 hours 24 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time 90 min -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Band Google Pixel Watch
Included Accessories USB charging cable Wristband (135 - 170 mm), 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, USB-C magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software Alarm, iMapMyFitness, Weather, Timer, Visual Voicemail, MyFitnessPal, RunKeeper, Cortana, Finance, Microsoft Health Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Warranty 1-year warranty 1-year warranty
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