Garmin Venu 2 Plus vs TicWatch Pro 5
The Verdict
Both smartwatches deliver solid fitness tracking with AMOLED displays and comprehensive health monitoring, but they target different priorities. Garmin Venu 2 Plus excels in battery longevity, lasting up to 9 days in smartwatch mode compared to TicWatch Pro 5's typical 2-3 days on Wear OS (though Essential Mode claims 80 hours). Garmin's custom processor and Connect IQ ecosystem provide excellent sports tracking and dedicated fitness features across 1,600+ activities. TicWatch Pro 5 counters with more processing power via Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 with 2GB RAM, enabling smoother app performance and better app selection through Google Play. Its 1.43-inch display is slightly larger at 466x466 resolution versus Garmin's 416x416, and the dual-layer AMOLED + FSTN design offers practical always-on functionality. TicWatch also weighs 44.1g versus 51g and includes MIL-STD-810H durability certification. Both offer NFC and GPS. For fitness enthusiasts prioritizing week-long battery life and specialized sports modes, Garmin wins decisively. For those wanting a more versatile smartwatch with better app ecosystem and acceptable battery via Essential Mode, TicWatch Pro 5 offers better value at $100 less. The Garmin suits dedicated athletes; TicWatch suits lifestyle smartwatch users.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Garmin Venu 2 Plus if…
- →Built-in speaker and microphone enable phone calls from the wrist
- →Vivid AMOLED display is one of the best on any Garmin
- →Voice assistant support (Siri, Google Assistant, Bixby) via phone
Buy the TicWatch Pro 5 if…
- →Dual-layer AMOLED + FSTN display saves battery while staying readable outdoors
- →Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 is the fastest chip in any Wear OS watch
- →Best-in-class 24-hour Wear OS battery with up to 80 hours in Essential Mode
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Garmin Venu 2 Plus
Pros
- Built-in speaker and microphone enable phone calls from the wrist
- Vivid AMOLED display is one of the best on any Garmin
- Voice assistant support (Siri, Google Assistant, Bixby) via phone
- 9-day battery with AMOLED is excellent
- On-watch music storage with Spotify, Amazon Music, and Deezer
Cons
- No cellular — phone calls require Bluetooth connection to phone
- No multi-band GPS — less precise in urban canyons
- $449 approaches Apple Watch Ultra territory
- Stainless steel bezel adds bulk at 51 g
TicWatch Pro 5
Pros
- Dual-layer AMOLED + FSTN display saves battery while staying readable outdoors
- Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 is the fastest chip in any Wear OS watch
- Best-in-class 24-hour Wear OS battery with up to 80 hours in Essential Mode
- Rugged MIL-STD-810H rated build handles extreme conditions
- Full Wear OS access with Google Maps, Wallet, and Play Store
Cons
- No ECG or skin temperature sensor at this price point
- No cellular LTE option available
- Wear OS 3.5 rather than the latest Wear OS 4
- Large, thick case may feel bulky on smaller wrists
Full Specifications
| Spec | Garmin Venu 2 Plus | TicWatch Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Garmin OS (Connect IQ) | Wear OS 3.5 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 51 g | 44.1 g |
| Case material | Stainless steel bezel with fiber-reinforced polymer case | Nylon fiber composite |
| Water resistance | 5ATM | 5 ATM + IP68 / MIL-STD-810H |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| ECG | ||
| SpO₂ | ||
| Skin temperature | ||
| Heart rate | ||
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 9 days (smartwatch), 24 hrs GPS | Up to 80 hrs Essential Mode, 24 hrs Wear OS mode |
| Display | ||
| Size | 43mm (1.3 inches) | 1.43 inch |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED + FSTN dual-layer display |
| Always-on display | ||
| Resolution | 416 x 416 | 466 x 466 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Garmin custom processor | Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 |
| RAM | — | 2 GB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPS | ||
| NFC | ||
| Wi-Fi | ||
| Cellular | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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