Garmin Approach S12 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Garmin Approach S12 and Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare size, design, functions, battery capacities, but also other key features of both smartwatches and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the watch that best fits your needs and expectations.

Smartwatch Specifications Comparison

Garmin Approach S12 vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
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 Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 43.7 mm 42.5 mm
Height 43.7 mm 42.5 mm
Depth 11.5 mm 10.9 mm
Weight 34.1 g 52 g
Body Material - Stainless steel
Protection Waterproof Water-resistant
Colours - Black | Silver
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Sensors Accelerometer Accelerometer, barometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, geomagnetic sensor, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, light sensor, infrared temperature sensor, bioelectrical impedance analysis sensor
Tracking Data Distance, time, activity, steps taken, golf shot distance 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 Yes
Features Sunlight readable, Bluetooth Smart technology, 42000+ preloaded courses Camera remote control, find phone function, 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 Vibration alert, visual interface Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Digital Player - MP3, WAV, AAC, AMR, M4A, OGG, 3GA, AWB, OGA
Navigation (GPS) GPS receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
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 S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Type Memory-in-Pixel LCD - monochrome Super AMOLED - colour
Resolution 176 x 176 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 S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Type - Touch sensitive screen, rotating bezel, push buttons
CASE Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Case Size - 43 mm
Crystal Type - Sapphire crystal
Case Shape Round Round
Case Details Slate grey | Black | White | Granite blue -
BAND Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Band Type Strap Band
Band Size - S/M
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-202 mm -
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Silicone Hybrid eco-leather
Band Colour Slate grey Black | Silver
STORAGE Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Storage Capacity 125 MB 16 GB
User Memory - 7.1 GB
RAM Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Manufacturer - Samsung
CPU Type - Exynos W930
Clock Speed - 1.4 GHz
BATTERY Garmin Approach S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Technology Lithium Ion -
Capacity - 300 mAh
Battery Life 70 day(s) 40 hours
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 70 days
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 S12 Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic
Included Accessories Charging/data cable -
Preloaded Software - Google Maps, Samsung Wallet
Compliant Standards - IP68, MIL-STD 810H
SAR Value - 0.288 W/kg (limb), 0.177 W/kg (head)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - SM-R950
Warranty 1-year warranty -
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