Fossil Q Founder vs. Google Pixel Watch 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Fossil Q Founder and Google Pixel Watch 2. 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

Fossil Q Founder vs. Google Pixel Watch 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System Android Wear Wear OS 4.0 by Google
Supported Host Device OS Android 4.4 (KitKat) or later, iOS 8.2 or later Android 9.0 or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input Microphone Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 46 mm -
Height 46 mm -
Depth 13 mm -
Weight 71.94 g -
Body Details - Case only: 31 g
Body Material Stainless steel 100% recycled aluminium
Protection Dustproof, waterproof Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Sensors 3-axis gyro sensor, thermometre, 3-axis accelerometer Ambient light sensor, barometer, magnetometer, altimeter, 3-axis accelerometer, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor, temperature sensor, continuous electrodermal activity (cEDA) sensor
Tracking Data Calories burned, steps taken Calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, mood, skin temperature, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, menstrual cycle, Resting Heart Rate (RHR), heart rate variability, breathing rate, ECG, sleep quality score
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Call alerts Call handling, find phone function, auto-activity detection, Find my Device, breathing training function, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, weather information, Active Zone Minutes, heart rate zones, instant message reply, customisable watch faces, Stress Management Score, Daily Readiness Score, brightness: 1000 nits, cardio fitness score
Notifications SMS, Email Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS 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
CELLULAR Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Technology - WCDMA (UMTS)
Mobile Broadband Generation - 4G
SIM Card Type - Electronic SIM card (e-SIM)
Messaging Services SMS -
Supported Mobile Messaging Services SMS -
CONNECTIVITY Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 4.1 IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Type LCD - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 360 x 326 pixels -
Screen Size 1.5" -
Aspect Ratio Full circle -
Pixel Density 240 ppi 320 ppi
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, side button
CASE Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Case Size 46 mm -
Case Shape - Round
Case Back - Aluminium
Case Details Silver Polished silver aluminum
Crown Type - Haptic
BAND Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Band Type Bracelet Active band
Band Size - S/L
Band Width 22 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 130-210 mm
Changeable - Yes
Band Material Stainless steel Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Silver Porcelain | Bay
STORAGE Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Storage Capacity 4 GB 32 GB
RAM Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
RAM Size 1 GB 2 GB
CPU Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Manufacturer - Qualcomm
CPU Type - 5100
Features - Cortex M33 co-processor
BATTERY Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Technology - Lithium Ion
Capacity 400 mAh 294 mAh
Battery Life 1 day(s) 24 hours
Battery Life Details - Always-on display mode - up to 24 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time - 75 hour(s)
MISCELLANEOUS Fossil Q Founder Google Pixel Watch 2
Included Accessories Power adapter, USB charging dock 2 wristbands (S+L), USB-C magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software - Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet
Compliant Standards IP67 -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.12 W/kg (head)
0.84 W/kg (limb)
0.203 W/kg (body)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 1 m 50 m
Manufacturer Model Number - GC3G8
Warranty 2-year warranty 2-year warranty
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