Suunto Race vs. Google Pixel Watch 2

Smartwatch Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Suunto Race 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

Suunto Race vs. Google Pixel Watch 2 Comparison Chart
GENERAL Suunto Race 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
Activity/Sport Multisport -
Wearing Style Watch style Watch style
Audio Input - Microphone
Audio Output - Speaker
Width 49 mm -
Height 49 mm -
Depth 13.3 mm -
Weight 83 g -
Body Details - Case only: 31 g
Body Material Glass fibre reinforced polyamide 100% recycled aluminium
Protection Water-resistant Water-resistant
Colours All black -
Clock Display Yes Yes
FEATURES Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
Sensors Digital compass, barometer, altimeter, optical heart 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, 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 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
Modes 95+ sport modes -
Goal Setting Yes Yes
Features 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 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 SMS, social apps, calls Calendar, SMS, Email, incoming calls, applications, high and low heart rate, irregular rhythm
Vibrating Alert Yes Yes
Feedback Type Vibration alert, visual interface Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface
Navigation (GPS) GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS receiver GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSS 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 Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
Technology - WCDMA (UMTS)
Mobile Broadband Generation - 4G
SIM Card Type - Electronic SIM card (e-SIM)
CONNECTIVITY Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
Wireless Interface Bluetooth IEEE 802.11b/g/n, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0
DISPLAY Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
Type AMOLED - colour AMOLED - colour
Resolution 466 x 466 pixels -
Screen Size 1.43" -
Pixel Density - 320 ppi
Screen Protection Sapphire glass Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass)
Always On Display (AOD) Yes Yes
INPUT DEVICE Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
Type Touch sensitive screen, push buttons Touch sensitive screen, side button
CASE Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
Case Shape Round Round
Bezel Stainless steel -
Case Back - Aluminium
Case Details Glass fibre reinforced polyamide Polished silver aluminum
Crown Type - Haptic
BAND Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
Band Type Strap Active band
Band Size - S/L
Band Width 22 mm -
Fits Wrist with Circumference 125-175 mm 130-210 mm
Changeable Yes Yes
Clasp Type Buckle -
Band Material Silicone Fluoroelastomer
Band Colour - Porcelain | Bay
STORAGE Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
Storage Capacity - 32 GB
RAM Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
RAM Size - 2 GB
CPU Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
Manufacturer - Qualcomm
CPU Type - 5100
Features - Cortex M33 co-processor
BATTERY Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Capacity - 294 mAh
Battery Life 26 day(s) 24 hours
Battery Life Details Watch mode - up to 26 days
Activity tracking mode - up to 12 days
Training mode/GPS on - up to 5 days
Always-on display mode - up to 24 hours
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Recharge Time - 75 hour(s)
MISCELLANEOUS Suunto Race Google Pixel Watch 2
Included Accessories Charging cable 2 wristbands (S+L), USB-C magnetic charging cable
Preloaded Software Stopwatch, Alarm Clock, Compass, Countdown timer 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 100 m 50 m
Max Operating Temperature 55 °C -
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C -
Manufacturer Model Number - GC3G8
Warranty - 2-year warranty
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