Suunto Core vs. Suunto Race

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Suunto Core and Suunto Race. 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

Suunto Core vs. Suunto Race Comparison Chart
GENERAL Suunto Core Suunto Race
Product Type Sport watch Sport watch
Supported Host Device OS - iOS, Android
Activity/Sport - Multisport
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Width 49.1 mm 49 mm
Height 49.1 mm 49 mm
Depth 14.5 mm 13.3 mm
Weight 64 g 83 g
Body Material Composite Glass fibre reinforced polyamide
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Colours Black All black
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Suunto Core Suunto Race
Sensors Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, temperature Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, optical heart sensor
Tracking Data Time, speed, altitude, temperature Distance, time, speed, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, steps taken, blood oxygen saturation, pace, stress level, sleep duration, altitude, temperature, running power, swimming metrics, training load, REM phases, sleep quality score
Modes - 95+ sport modes
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features Dual time zone, alarm, timer, countdown timer, weather information, stopwatch timer, storm alarm Battery indicator, Dual Time display, VO2 max, adjustable brightness, OTA update, sunrise/sunset times, auto lap, music playback control, instant message reply, customisable watch faces, storm alarm, automatic daylight saving time, HRV index, outdoor terrain and satellite maps, Breadcrumb trail in real time, Waypoint and visual route navigation, Sea level pressure, snap to route, Point of interest navigation
Notifications - SMS, social apps, calls
Vibrating Alert - Yes
Feedback Type Visual interface Vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) - GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver
CONNECTIVITY Suunto Core Suunto Race
Wireless Interface - Bluetooth
DISPLAY Suunto Core Suunto Race
Type Monochrome AMOLED - colour
Resolution - 466 x 466 pixels
Screen Size - 1.43"
Screen Protection - Sapphire glass
Always On Display (AOD) - Yes
INPUT DEVICE Suunto Core Suunto Race
Type Touch buttons Touch sensitive screen, push buttons
CASE Suunto Core Suunto Race
Crystal Type Mineral glass -
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel Aluminium Stainless steel
Case Details Black Glass fibre reinforced polyamide
BAND Suunto Core Suunto Race
Band Type Strap Strap
Band Width - 22 mm
Fits Wrist with Circumference - 125-175 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle Buckle
Band Material Elastomer Silicone
Band Colour Black -
BATTERY Suunto Core Suunto Race
Technology - Lithium Ion
Form Factor CR2032 -
Battery Life 12 month(s) 26 day(s)
Battery Life Details Regular usage - up to 12 months Watch mode - up to 26 days
Activity tracking mode - up to 12 days
Training mode/GPS on - up to 5 days
Rechargeable Battery - Yes
MISCELLANEOUS Suunto Core Suunto Race
Included Accessories - Charging cable
Preloaded Software - Stopwatch, Alarm Clock, Compass, Countdown timer
Max Depth of Water Resistance 30 m 100 m
Max Operating Temperature 60 °C 55 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -20 °C
Warranty 2-year warranty -
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