Garmin Approach G12 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch4

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Approach G12 and Samsung Galaxy Watch4. 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. Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Operating System - Wear OS by Samsung
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later
Activity/Sport Golf -
Wearing Style Clothing Watch style
Width 45.8 mm 39.3 mm
Height 51.3 mm 40.4 mm
Depth 12.4 mm 9.7 mm
Weight 25.1 g 25.9 g
Body Material - Aluminium
Protection - Waterproof
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Sensors Odometer Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, bioimpedance sensor, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor
Tracking Data Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, body composition, ECG, REM phases
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology Find phone function, VO2 max, automatic exercise recognition, personalised coaching
Notifications - Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Vibration alert, visual interface
Digital Player - MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR, M4A, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver
CELLULAR Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Technology - WCDMA (UMTS)
Mobile Broadband Generation - 4G
SIM Card Type - Electronic SIM card (e-SIM)
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Wireless Interface Bluetooth NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles - Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
DISPLAY Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Type Monochrome Super AMOLED - colour
Resolution 175 x 175 pixels 396 x 396 pixels
Screen Size - 1.19"
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Aspect Ratio - Full circle
Pixel Density - 330 ppi
Colour Depth - 24-bit (16.7 million colours)
Screen Protection - Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Type Push buttons Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Case Size - 40 mm
Case Shape Circular Round
Case Details - Pink gold | Black | Silver
BAND Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Band Type - Sport band
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Colour - Pink | Black | White
STORAGE Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Storage Capacity - 16 GB
User Memory - 7.6 GB
RAM Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
RAM Size - 1.5 GB
CPU Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Manufacturer - Samsung
CPU Type - Exynos W920
Clock Speed - 1.18 GHz
BATTERY Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Technology Lithium Ion -
Capacity - 247 mAh
Battery Life 30 hours 40 hours
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) -
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
Wireless Charging Standards - WPC, Wireless PowerShare
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch4
Included Accessories Charging/data cable Wireless charging dock
Compliant Standards IEC 60529 IPX7 MIL-STD 810G, IP68
SAR Value - 0.729 W/kg (head), 2.594 W/kg (limb)
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - SM-R865F
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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