Samsung Galaxy Watch4 vs. Google Pixel Watch

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Google Pixel Watch. 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

Samsung Galaxy Watch4 vs. Google Pixel Watch Comparison Chart
GENERAL Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Product Type Smart watch Smart watch
Operating System Wear OS by Samsung Wear OS by Google
Supported Host Device OS Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 39.3 mm -
Height 40.4 mm -
Depth 9.7 mm -
Weight 25.9 g -
Body Details - Case only: 36 g
Body Material Aluminium 80% recycled stainless steel
Protection Waterproof Scratch-resistant, water-resistant, splash-resistant
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, bioimpedance sensor, electromagnetic compass, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, altimeter, optical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor, gyroscope, compass, multipurpose electrical sensor
Tracking Data Distance, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, body composition, ECG, REM phases Time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, mood, floors climbed, stress level, ECG, sleep quality score, mindfulness
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Find phone function, VO2 max, automatic exercise recognition, personalised coaching Call handling, find phone function, Find my Device, store & play music, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, weather information, Active Zone Minutes, instant message reply, International Emergency Calling, 3-month YouTube Music Premium subscription
Notifications Calendar, SMS, social apps, incoming calls Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications
Vibrating Alert Yes 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/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou receiver
Payment Technology - 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 Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) -
Mobile Broadband Generation 4G -
SIM Card Type Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) -
CONNECTIVITY Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Wireless Interface NFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 IEEE 802.11b/g/n, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) -
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Type Super AMOLED - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 396 x 396 pixels -
Screen Size 1.19" -
Aspect Ratio Full circle -
Pixel Density 330 ppi 320 ppi
Colour Depth 24-bit (16.7 million colours) -
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ (scratch resistant glass) Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) Yes Yes
INPUT DEVICE Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Type Touch sensitive screen, push buttons Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Case Size 40 mm -
Case Shape Round Round
Case Back - Stainless steel
Case Details Pink gold | Black | Silver Polished silver | Champagne gold | Matte black
BAND Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Band Type Sport band Band
Band Size - L
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 165-210 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material - Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour Pink | Black | White Charcoal | Chalk | Hazel | Obsidian
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Storage Capacity 16 GB 32 GB
User Memory 7.6 GB -
RAM Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
RAM Size 1.5 GB 2 GB
CPU Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Manufacturer Samsung -
CPU Type Exynos W920 Exynos 9110
Clock Speed 1.18 GHz -
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Technology - Lithium Ion
Capacity 247 mAh 294 mAh
Battery Life 40 hours 24 hours
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Wireless Charging Yes -
Wireless Charging Standards WPC, Wireless PowerShare -
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Google Pixel Watch
Included Accessories Wireless charging dock Wristband (135 - 170 mm), 6-month Fitbit Premium membership, USB-C magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software - Google Maps, YouTube Music, Google Wallet
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G, IP68 -
SAR Value 0.729 W/kg (head), 2.594 W/kg (limb) -
Max Depth of Water Resistance 50 m 50 m
Manufacturer Model Number SM-R865F -
Warranty 2-year warranty 1-year warranty
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