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Apple Watch Series 12 vs Google Pixel Watch 5
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The short answer
- Pick the Apple Watch Series 12 for apps and calls.
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 12 | Google Pixel Watch 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $399 | $399 |
| Health tracking | 9 | 9 |
| Sports and GPS | 8 | 8 |
| Battery life | 4 | 4 |
| Apps and calls | 10 | 9 |
| Value | 7 | 7 |
| Works with | iPhone only | Android only |
| Display | Always-On Retina LTPO3 OLED, up to 2000 nits | Domed Actua 360 AMOLED, up to 3,000 nits |
| Battery | 1 day | 1.25 days |
| Health sensors | ECG, blood oxygen, wrist temperature, sleep tracking | Heart rate, ECG, blood oxygen, sleep tracking |
| GPS | Single-frequency GPS (L1) | Dual-frequency GPS |
| Water resistance | 50 m | 50 m |
| Weight | 32.2g | 31g |
| Released | 2026-09 | 2026-08 |
Scores are out of 10 and are our editorial view, based on official specs and trusted reviews. Specs come from official pages. Prices are US prices and can change.
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