Microsoft Band vs. Suunto Core Alpha

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Band and Suunto Core Alpha. 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. Suunto Core Alpha Comparison Chart
GENERAL Microsoft Band Suunto Core Alpha
Product Type Smart watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), Android 4.4 (KitKat), Windows Phone OS 8.1, iOS 7.1 or later -
Wearing Style - Watch style
Audio Input Microphone -
Width 19 mm 49.5 mm
Height - 49.5 mm
Depth 8.7 mm 15.1 mm
Weight 60 g 67 g
Body Material TPE Composite
Protection Dustproof, splashproof Water-resistant
Colours - Stealth
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Microsoft Band Suunto Core Alpha
Sensors Ambient light sensor, pedometer, 3-axis gyro sensor, thermometre, heart rate, UV sensor, 3-axis accelerometer Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, temperature
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature Time, speed, altitude, temperature
Goal Setting - Yes
Features - Dual time zone, alarm, timer, countdown timer, weather information, stopwatch timer, storm alarm
Notifications Calendar, SMS, Email -
Vibrating Alert Yes -
Feedback Type - Visual interface
CONNECTIVITY Microsoft Band Suunto Core Alpha
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.0 -
DISPLAY Microsoft Band Suunto Core Alpha
Type TFT - colour Monochrome
Resolution 320 x 106 pixels -
Screen Size 1.4" -
Dimensions (WxH) 33 mm x 11 mm -
INPUT DEVICE Microsoft Band Suunto Core Alpha
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch buttons
CASE Microsoft Band Suunto Core Alpha
Case Shape - Round
Bezel - Aluminium
BAND Microsoft Band Suunto Core Alpha
Band Type - Strap
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 140-240 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material - Textile
STORAGE Microsoft Band Suunto Core Alpha
Storage Capacity 64 MB -
CPU Microsoft Band Suunto Core Alpha
Manufacturer ARM -
CPU Type Cortex-M4 -
BATTERY Microsoft Band Suunto Core Alpha
Technology Lithium Ion -
Form Factor - CR2032
Capacity 100 mAh -
Battery Life 48 hours 12 month(s)
Battery Life Details - Regular usage - up to 12 months
Recharge Time 90 min -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Band Suunto Core Alpha
Included Accessories USB charging cable -
Preloaded Software Alarm, iMapMyFitness, Weather, Timer, Visual Voicemail, MyFitnessPal, RunKeeper, Cortana, Finance, Microsoft Health -
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 30 m
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C 60 °C
Min Operating Temperature -10 °C -20 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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