Google Pixel Watch 5 vs. Apple Watch Series 11: How Google competes against Apple

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Google's latest smartwatch is here, and it's better than ever. The Google Pixel Watch 5 debuts with blood pressure and insulin resistance tracking, alongside the usual metrics for heart rate, sleep, and activity. It is paired with Gemini Intelligence and Google Health Coach for a more personalized experience than before. If you're eyeing the Pixel Watch 5, consider that it starts at the same price as the Apple Watch Series 11.

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Both devices will set you back at $399, so which one should you buy? While I wait to test the Pixel Watch 5 more rigorously, here's how it stacks up against its iOS rival.

Specifications

Google Pixel Watch 5 Apple Watch Series 11 Peak brightness 3,000 nits 2,000 nits Sizes 41mm/45mm 42mm/46mm Processor Snapdragon W5 Gen 2 Accelerated S10 chip RAM/Storage 64 GB storage 64GB storage Satellite Yes with LTE Yes with LTE Battery 325mAh/465mAh 327mAh/363mAh Price Starting at $ 399 Starting at $ 399

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