In depth comparison and review of Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) and Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire. 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 | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire |
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| Product Type | Smart watch | Sport watch |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | WatchOS 6 | - |
| Supported Host Device OS | iOS | iOS, Android |
| Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
| Audio Input | Microphone | - |
| Audio Output | Speaker | - |
| Width | 34 mm | 51 mm |
| Height | 40 mm | 51 mm |
| Depth | 10.74 mm | 14.9 mm |
| Weight | 30.8 g | 66 g |
| Body Material | Aluminium | Titanium, fibre-reinforced polymer |
| Protection | Water-resistant | Waterproof |
| Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, gesture, geomagnetic sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor | Accelerometer, barometric altimeter, pulse oximeter, 3-axis compass, optical heart sensor |
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| Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken, UV index, menstrual cycle | Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation |
| Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, listening to music, Retina Display technology, call alerts, Fall detection, Emergency SOS | Bluetooth Smart technology, store & play music, PacePro pace guidance |
| Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | SMS, social apps, incoming calls |
| Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Feedback Type | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface | - |
| Navigation (GPS) | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS receiver | GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver |
| Payment Technology | Apple Pay | - |
| IoT Intelligent Assistant | Siri | - |
| IoT Voice Controlled | Direct | - |
| CONNECTIVITY | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire |
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| Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+ |
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| DISPLAY | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire |
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| Type | LTPO OLED - colour | Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 324 x 394 pixels | 280 x 280 pixels |
| Screen Size | - | 1.4" |
| Screen Protection | Ion-X glass | Sapphire glass |
| Always On Display (AOD) | Yes | - |
| INPUT DEVICE | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire |
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| Type | Touch sensitive screen (Force Touch) | - |
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| CASE | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire |
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| Case Size | 40 mm | - |
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| Case Shape | Rectangular | Round |
| Case Back | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back | - |
| Case Details | Silver aluminium | Space grey aluminium | Gold aluminium | Carbon grey DLC |
| Crown Type | Digital with haptic feedback | - |
| BAND | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire |
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| Band Type | Sport band | Band |
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| Band Size | S/M/L | - |
| Fits Wrist with Circumference | 130-200 mm | 127-210 mm |
| Changeable | Yes | - |
| Clasp Type | Pin-and-tuck | Buckle |
| Band Material | Fluoroelastomer | Silicone |
| Band Colour | White | Black | Pink sand | Black |
| STORAGE | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire |
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| Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
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| CPU | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire |
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| Manufacturer | Apple | - |
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| CPU Type | S5 | - |
| Features | W3 Apple wireless chip | - |
| BATTERY | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire |
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| Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Life | 18 hours | - |
| Battery Life Details | - | Smartwatch mode - up to 9 days GPS mode - up to 60 hour(s) Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 120 hour(s) Expedition GPS Mode - up to 46 days Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 80 days GPS with Music mode - up to 15 hour(s) |
| Rechargeable Battery | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | - |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS) | Garmin fēnix 6X Sapphire |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter, magnetic charging cable | Charging/data cable |
|---|---|---|
| Preloaded Software | Apple Pay | - |
| SAR Value | 0.09 W/kg (head), 0.07 W/kg (limb) | - |
| Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 100 m |
| Warranty | - | 1-year warranty |
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