Microsoft Band vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Band and Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro. 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. Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro Comparison Chart
GENERAL Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System - Wear OS by Samsung
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 45.4 mm
Height - 45.4 mm
Depth 8.7 mm 10.5 mm
Weight 60 g 46.5 g
Body Material TPE Titanium
Protection Dustproof, splashproof Water-resistant
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
Sensors Ambient light sensor, pedometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, thermometre, heart rate, UV sensor, 3-axis accelerometer Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, bioimpedance sensor, temperature, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, BioActive sensor
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature, blood oxygen saturation, body composition, ECG, REM phases, sleep quality score
Modes - 90+ exercise modes
Goal Setting - Yes
Features - Reminder of hydration, snoring detection, Body composition measurement tool, Sleep Coaching, Better Sleep, Samsung Smart Switch, Track Back, Route workout
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Digital Player - MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR, M4A, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
IoT Platform - SmartThings
IoT Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Bixby
CONNECTIVITY Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
DISPLAY Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
Type TFT - colour Super AMOLED - colour
Resolution 320 x 106 pixels 450 x 450 pixels
Screen Size 1.4" 1.4"
Dimensions (WxH) 33 mm x 11 mm -
Aspect Ratio - Full circle
Pixel Density - 330 ppi
Colour Depth - 24-bit (16.7 million colours)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
Case Size - 45 mm
Crystal Type - Sapphire crystal
Case Shape - Round
Case Details - Black titanium | Titanium grey
BAND Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
Band Type - Sport band
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - D-buckle
Band Colour - Black titanium | Titanium grey
STORAGE Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
Storage Capacity 64 MB 16 GB
User Memory - 7.5 GB
RAM Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
RAM Size - 1.5 GB
CPU Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
Manufacturer ARM Samsung
CPU Type Cortex-M4 Exynos W920
Clock Speed - 1.18 GHz
BATTERY Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
Technology Lithium Ion -
Capacity 100 mAh 590 mAh
Battery Life 48 hours 80 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time 90 min -
Wireless Charging - Yes
Wireless Charging Standards - WPC, Wireless PowerShare
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Band Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro
Included Accessories USB charging cable Wireless charging dock
Preloaded Software Alarm, iMapMyFitness, Weather, Timer, Visual Voicemail, MyFitnessPal, RunKeeper, Cortana, Finance, Microsoft Health Deezer, Google Maps, YouTube Music, SoundCloud
Compliant Standards - IP68, MIL-STD 810H
SAR Value - 0.403 W/kg (limb), 0.087 W/kg (head)
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - SM-R920
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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