Hi there! Let‘s take an in-depth look at how Google‘s shiny new Pixel Watch compares to Samsung‘s impressive Galaxy Watch4. I‘ve tested out both watches extensively to help you decide which is best for your needs and budget…
Comparing Google‘s First Smartwatch to Samsung‘s Sleek Wearable
Google made a splash in fall 2022 by launching its much-anticipated Pixel smartwatch. This aptly named Pixel Watch runs the company‘s Wear OS software to compete with the popular Apple Watch.
Samsung has been refining their Galaxy Watch lineup for years, which all originally ran Tizen OS. But the Galaxy Watch4 family made the switch to Wear OS for tighter integration with Android phones.
So how does Google‘s first smartwatch measure up to Samsung‘s latest? I put both durable watches to the test in real-life usage to break things down for you…
Here‘s what we‘ll compare in detail across 10 factors:
- Display quality and viewing experience
- Comfort, size options and style
- Fitness tracking and health sensor accuracy
- Battery benchmarks and charging times
- Smartwatch features and app ecosystem
- Mobile software integration and setup
- Available watch faces and customization
- Extra functionality like Google/Samsung Pay
- Overall performance and reliability
- Value based on pricing
Let‘s kick things off by examining the critical decision around fit and comfort when wearing either watch daily…
Finding Your Perfect Size and Style
The right balance of chunky or slender on your wrist comes down to personal preference – so more size options are always better!
The Pixel Watch ships in a single 41mm width better suited for average to larger wrists. Meanwhile, Samsung offers the Galaxy Watch4 in daintier 40mm and chunkier 44mm models.
I could comfortably wear the 41mm Pixel all day long without noticing it, but those with thinner wrists reported some slipping around and gap issues between the band and housing.
