In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Band and Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic. 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.
GENERAL | Microsoft Band | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Smart watch |
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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 10 or later |
Wearing Style | - | Watch style |
Audio Input | Microphone | Microphone |
Audio Output | - | Speaker |
Width | 19 mm | 42.5 mm |
Height | - | 42.5 mm |
Depth | 8.7 mm | 10.9 mm |
Weight | 60 g | 52 g |
Body Material | TPE | Stainless steel |
Protection | Dustproof, splashproof | Water-resistant |
Colours | - | Black | Silver |
Clock Display | - | Yes |
FEATURES | Microsoft Band | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Sensors | Ambient light sensor, pedometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, thermometre, heart rate, UV sensor, 3-axis accelerometer | Accelerometer, barometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, light sensor, infrared temperature sensor, bioelectrical impedance analysis sensor |
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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, body composition, ECG, REM phases, sleep quality score |
Modes | - | 90+ exercise modes |
Goal Setting | - | Yes |
Features | - | Camera remote control, find phone function, Emergency SOS, music playback control, Body composition measurement tool, Sleep Coaching, fast charge |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls, irregular rhythm |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Digital Player | - | MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR, M4A, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA |
Navigation (GPS) | - | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver |
CONNECTIVITY | Microsoft Band | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Wireless Interface | Bluetooth 4.0 | NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.3 |
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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 Watch6 Classic |
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Type | TFT - colour | Super AMOLED - colour |
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Resolution | 320 x 106 pixels | 432 x 432 pixels |
Screen Size | 1.4" | 1.3" |
Dimensions (WxH) | 33 mm x 11 mm | - |
Pixel Density | - | 330 ppi |
Colour Depth | - | 24-bit (16.7 million colours) |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Microsoft Band | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen | Touch sensitive screen, rotating bezel, push buttons |
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CASE | Microsoft Band | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Case Size | - | 43 mm |
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Crystal Type | - | Sapphire crystal |
Case Shape | - | Round |
BAND | Microsoft Band | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Band Type | - | Band |
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Band Size | - | S/M |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | - | Buckle |
Band Material | - | Hybrid eco-leather |
Band Colour | - | Black | Silver |
STORAGE | Microsoft Band | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Storage Capacity | 64 MB | 16 GB |
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User Memory | - | 7.1 GB |
RAM | Microsoft Band | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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RAM Size | - | 2 GB |
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CPU | Microsoft Band | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Manufacturer | ARM | Samsung |
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CPU Type | Cortex-M4 | Exynos W930 |
Clock Speed | - | 1.4 GHz |
BATTERY | Microsoft Band | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | - |
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Capacity | 100 mAh | 300 mAh |
Battery Life | 48 hours | 40 hours |
Battery Life Details | - | Typical usage (AOD Off) - up to 40 hour(s) Typical usage (AOD On) - up to 30 hour(s) |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
Recharge Time | 90 min | - |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
Wireless Charging Standards | - | WPC |
MISCELLANEOUS | Microsoft Band | Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic |
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Included Accessories | USB charging cable | - |
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Preloaded Software | Alarm, iMapMyFitness, Weather, Timer, Visual Voicemail, MyFitnessPal, RunKeeper, Cortana, Finance, Microsoft Health | Google Maps, Samsung Wallet |
Compliant Standards | - | IP68, MIL-STD 810H |
SAR Value | - | 0.288 W/kg (limb), 0.177 W/kg (head) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | - | 50 m |
Max Operating Temperature | 40 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | -10 °C | - |
Manufacturer Model Number | - | SM-R950 |
Warranty | 1-year warranty | - |