Battery Life | Multi-day outdoor activities, travel | Industry: 3–5 days (standard usage) Base: 5–10 days▲1 (tested under normal use) Advanced: 10+ days▲2 (with fast charging) | Reduces charging frequency. Advanced: 2x faster charging. | Advanced model may have bulkier design. Base: Slower charging without fast-charge tech. |
Display Technology | Outdoor sports, sunlight visibility | Industry: LCD (common) Base: OLED (1000 nits brightness) Advanced: AMOLED▲1 (1500 nits, HDR) | Vibrant colors, better sunlight readability. Advanced: Higher contrast. | OLED/AMOLED may consume more battery. LCD retains longer battery life. |
Water Resistance | Swimming, rain, water sports | Industry: IPX7 (1m for 30 mins) Base: IP68▲1 (1.5m for 30 mins) Advanced: 5ATM▲2 (swimming-safe) | Advanced: Safe for swimming. Base: Resists splashes and rain. | Not suitable for diving in any version. IP68 requires proper band sealing. |
Activity Tracking | Marathon training, gym workouts, sleep monitoring | Industry: Steps, heart rate Base: Steps, heart rate, sleep tracking▲1 Advanced: GPS, swimming laps▲2 | Advanced: GPS for accurate run distance. Base: Comprehensive health data. | GPS drains battery faster. Industry: Limited to basic metrics. |
Material Durability | Active sports, daily wear | Industry: Plastic (impact-resistant) Base: ABS▲1 (MIL-STD-810G certified) Advanced: ABS + silicone▲2 (flexible, shockproof) | Advanced: Resists drops and extreme temperatures. Base: Lightweight. | Advanced: Slightly heavier. Industry: Less durable in impacts. |
Vibrating Alerts | Gym sessions, meetings, silent environments | Industry: Basic vibration Base: Customizable patterns▲1 (3+ modes) Advanced: Haptic feedback▲2 (10+ intensity levels) | Advanced: Adjustable for different notifications. Base: Discreet alerts. | May not be felt in all scenarios. Industry: Limited customization. |