Garmin Approach G12 vs. Garmin fēnix 7X Solar

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Approach G12 and Garmin fēnix 7X Solar. 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

Garmin Approach G12 vs. Garmin fēnix 7X Solar Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach G12 Garmin fēnix 7X Solar
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android iOS, Android
Activity/Sport Golf Multisport
Wearing Style Clothing Watch style
Width 45.8 mm -
Height 51.3 mm -
Depth 12.4 mm -
Weight 25.1 g -
Body Details - With band: 96 g
Case only: 68 g
Body Material - Stainless steel, fibre-reinforced polymer
Protection - Water-resistant
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach G12 Garmin fēnix 7X Solar
Sensors Odometer Accelerometer, thermometre, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor, Pulse Ox sensor
Tracking Data Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data Distance, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, respiratory rate, active time, water balance, temperature
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology Music remote handling, find phone function, VIRB control, inactivity alert, Move IQ, Find my Device, Downloadable workouts, store & play music, rejecting a call, LiveTrack, Physio TrueUp, PacePro pace guidance, solar charging, animated workouts, weather information, dual grid coordinates format, Body Battery Energy Monitor
Notifications - Calendar, SMS, Email, social apps, incoming calls, high and low heart rate
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver
Payment Technology - Garmin Pay
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach G12 Garmin fēnix 7X Solar
Wireless Interface Bluetooth Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, ANT+
DISPLAY Garmin Approach G12 Garmin fēnix 7X Solar
Type Monochrome Memory-in-Pixel LCD - colour - transflective
Resolution 175 x 175 pixels 280 x 280 pixels
Screen Size - 1.4"
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass DX (scratch resistant glass)
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach G12 Garmin fēnix 7X Solar
Type Push buttons Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin Approach G12 Garmin fēnix 7X Solar
Case Size - 51 mm
Case Shape Circular Round
Bezel - Stainless steel
Case Back - Metal
Case Details - Slate grey
BAND Garmin Approach G12 Garmin fēnix 7X Solar
Band Type - Band
Band Width - 26 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 127-210 mm
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Material - Silicone
Band Colour - Black
STORAGE Garmin Approach G12 Garmin fēnix 7X Solar
Storage Capacity - 16 GB
BATTERY Garmin Approach G12 Garmin fēnix 7X Solar
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Life 30 hours -
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) Smartwatch mode - up to 28 days
Smartwatch mode (with solar) - up to 37 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode - up to 90 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode (with solar) - up to 1 year
GPS mode - up to 89 hour(s)
GPS mode (with solar) - up to 122 hour(s)
All satellite systems mode - up to 63 hours
All satellite systems mode (with solar) - up to 77 hours
All satellite systems with music mode - up to 16 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode - up to 213 hour(s)
Max Battery GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 578 hour(s)
Expedition GPS Mode - up to 62 days
Expedition GPS Mode (with solar) - up to 139 days
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach G12 Garmin fēnix 7X Solar
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Charging/data cable
Compliant Standards IEC 60529 IPX7 -
SAR Value - 0.75 W/kg (body), 0.27 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 100 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 45 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -20 °C
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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