Garmin Approach G12 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch6

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Garmin Approach G12 and Samsung Galaxy Watch6. Compare design, displays, functions, batteries and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect smartwatch. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the watch that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Approach G12 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Operating System - Wear OS by Samsung
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android Android 10 or later
Activity/Sport Golf -
Wearing Style Clothing Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 45.8 mm 40.4 mm
Height 51.3 mm 38.8 mm
Depth 12.4 mm 9 mm
Weight 25.1 g 28.7 g
Body Material - Armor aluminium
Protection - Water-resistant
Colours - Gold | Graphite
Clock Display - Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6
Sensors Odometer Accelerometer, barometer, gyro sensor, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, light sensor, infrared temperature sensor, bioelectrical impedance analysis sensor
Tracking Data Distance, golf shot distance, stroke data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, skin temperature, body composition, ECG, REM phases, sleep quality score
Modes - 90+ exercise modes
Goal Setting - Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology Camera remote control, Emergency SOS, music playback control, Body composition measurement tool, Sleep Coaching, fast charge
Notifications - Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls, irregular rhythm
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type - Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Digital Player - MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR, M4A, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6
Wireless Interface Bluetooth NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.3
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 Watch6
Type Monochrome Super AMOLED - colour
Resolution 175 x 175 pixels 432 x 432 pixels
Screen Size - 1.3"
Dimensions (WxH) 23 mm x 23 mm -
Pixel Density - 330 ppi
Colour Depth - 24-bit (16.7 million colours)
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6
Type Push buttons Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6
Case Size - 40 mm
Crystal Type - Sapphire crystal
Case Shape Circular Round
BAND Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6
Band Type - Sport band
Band Size - S/M
Changeable - Yes
Clasp Type - Buckle
Band Colour - Cream | Graphite
STORAGE Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6
Storage Capacity - 16 GB
User Memory - 7.1 GB
RAM Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6
Manufacturer - Samsung
CPU Type - Exynos W930
Clock Speed - 1.4 GHz
BATTERY Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6
Technology Lithium Ion -
Capacity - 300 mAh
Battery Life 30 hours 40 hours
Battery Life Details GPS mode - up to 30 hour(s) Typical usage (AOD Off) - up to 40 hour(s)
Typical usage (AOD On) - up to 30 hour(s)
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Wireless Charging - Yes
Wireless Charging Standards - WPC
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Approach G12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6
Included Accessories Charging/data cable -
Preloaded Software - Google Maps, Samsung Wallet
Compliant Standards IEC 60529 IPX7 IP68, MIL-STD 810H
SAR Value - 0.421 W/kg (limb), 0.111 W/kg (head)
Max Depth of Water Resistance - 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - SM-R930
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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