Google Pixel Watch (1st Gen) vs TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro
The Verdict
Both smartwatches share the same $349 price point and Wear OS 3.5 platform, but excel in different areas. Google Pixel Watch features a sleeker 36g design with premium recycled stainless steel and includes ECG functionality for advanced heart monitoring, plus cellular connectivity for standalone calls and messages. TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro compensates with exceptional battery longevity, stretching 90 hours in smart mode or 45 days in essential mode, alongside a larger 48mm display and dual-screen technology that preserves battery. It uniquely offers skin temperature tracking and uses the more powerful Snapdragon W5+ processor with 2GB RAM. For fitness enthusiasts prioritizing health metrics and seamless connectivity, Pixel Watch delivers polish and medical-grade sensors. For outdoor adventurers and frequent travelers who dread charging, Enduro's multi-week battery life proves transformative. Choose Pixel Watch if you value comprehensive health data and always-connected features; select Enduro if battery anxiety and screen real estate matter most.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel Watch (1st Gen) if…
- →Beautiful domed glass design with smooth pebble-like aesthetic
- →Deep Fitbit integration for health tracking and premium features
- →Smooth Wear OS 3.5 with native Google Maps and Google Wallet
Buy the TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro if…
- →Dual display system — 90-hour smart mode or 45-day essential mode
- →Full Wear OS with Google Play Store, Maps, and Google Assistant
- →Snapdragon W5+ chip delivers smooth performance for a Wear OS watch
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel Watch (1st Gen)
Pros
- Beautiful domed glass design with smooth pebble-like aesthetic
- Deep Fitbit integration for health tracking and premium features
- Smooth Wear OS 3.5 with native Google Maps and Google Wallet
- Accurate heart rate and SpO2 tracking with ECG support
- Lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear at 36 g
Cons
- 24-hour battery life barely lasts a full day with active use
- Thick bezels reduce the usable screen area
- Exynos 9110 is an older chip that can feel laggy
- Only one 41mm size option — too small for many users
- No offline Google Maps navigation at launch
TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro
Pros
- Dual display system — 90-hour smart mode or 45-day essential mode
- Full Wear OS with Google Play Store, Maps, and Google Assistant
- Snapdragon W5+ chip delivers smooth performance for a Wear OS watch
- NFC for Google Wallet and contactless payments
- Military-grade MIL-STD-810H durability
Cons
- No ECG monitoring despite the health-focused positioning
- Bulky at 48 mm — too large for small wrists
- Wear OS 3.5 — not the latest Wear OS 4
- Mobvoi's app ecosystem is less polished than Samsung or Google
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel Watch (1st Gen) | TicWatch Pro 5 Enduro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Wear OS 3.5 by Google | Wear OS 3.5 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 36 g (without band) | 44.3 g (without strap) |
| Case material | Recycled stainless steel with domed Gorilla Glass 5 | Stainless steel and high-strength nylon |
| Water resistance | 5ATM | 5ATM |
| Health & Sensors | ||
| ECG | ||
| SpO₂ | ||
| Skin temperature | ||
| Heart rate | ||
| Sleep tracking | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours | Up to 90 hrs (Smart Mode), 45 days (Essential Mode) |
| Display | ||
| Size | 41mm | 48 mm (1.43 inches) |
| Type | AMOLED, DCI-P3, Always-On | AMOLED + FSTN dual display |
| Always-on display | ||
| Resolution | 450 x 450 | 466 x 466 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Samsung Exynos 9110 with Cortex-M33 co-processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 |
| RAM | — | 2 GB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPS | ||
| NFC | ||
| Wi-Fi | ||
| Cellular | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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