Garmin Venu Sq vs. Google Pixel Watch 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Garmin Venu Sq 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

Garmin Venu Sq vs. Google Pixel Watch 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Product Type Sport watch Smart watch
Operating System - Wear OS 4.0 by Google
Supported Host Device OS iOS, Android Android 9.0 or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 37 mm -
Height 40.6 mm -
Depth 11.5 mm -
Weight 37.6 g -
Body Details - Case only: 31 g
Body Material Anodised aluminium, fibre-reinforced polymer 100% recycled aluminium
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, heart rate, Pulse Ox sensor 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 Distance, time, calories burned, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, floors climbed, blood oxygen saturation, stress level, menstrual cycle, breathing rate, hydration 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 Yes
Features Find phone function, VO2 max, HR zones, Move IQ, Garmin Connect compatible, Find my Device, rejecting a call, Garmin Elevate, TrueUp, Body Battery, auto lap, Physio TrueUp, Garmin AutoShot, weather information 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 Calendar, SMS, incoming calls Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver
Payment Technology Garmin Pay 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 Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Technology - WCDMA (UMTS)
Mobile Broadband Generation - 4G
SIM Card Type - Electronic SIM card (e-SIM)
CONNECTIVITY Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Wireless Interface Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, ANT+ IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Type LCD - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 240 x 240 pixels -
Screen Size 1.3" -
Pixel Density - 320 ppi
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass) Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) Yes Yes
INPUT DEVICE Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Type Touch sensitive screen Touch sensitive screen, side button
CASE Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Case Shape Rectangular Round
Bezel Metallic orchid aluminium -
Case Back - Aluminium
Case Details Orchid | Shadow grey | White Polished silver aluminum
Crown Type - Haptic
BAND Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Band Type Band Active band
Band Size - S/L
Band Width 20 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-190 mm 130-210 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Orchid | Shadow grey | White Porcelain | Bay
STORAGE Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
RAM Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Manufacturer - Qualcomm
CPU Type - 5100
Features - Cortex M33 co-processor
BATTERY Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Capacity - 294 mAh
Battery Life 6 day(s) 24 hours
Battery Life Details Smartwatch mode - up to 6 days
GPS mode - up to 14 hour(s)
Always-on display mode - up to 24 hours
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
Recharge Time - 75 hour(s)
MISCELLANEOUS Garmin Venu Sq Google Pixel Watch 2
Included Accessories Charging/data cable 2 wristbands (S+L), USB-C magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software Garmin Pay, Garmion Connect IQ Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.12 W/kg (head)
0.84 W/kg (limb)
0.203 W/kg (body)
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - GC3G8
Warranty 1-year warranty 2-year warranty
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