Garmin VíVoactive 6: Specs, Key Features & Rivals
Shopping in the everyday smartwatch class? The Garmin Vivoactive 6 is Garmin’s answer. To see how the Garmin Vivoactive 6 holds up, compare it with Pixel Watch 4, Apple Watch SE 3 and Apple Watch Series 11.
- Case size (largest)42 mm
- Rated battery life11 days
- Water resistance50 m
- Launch price$300
Key Specifications
Display
| Display type | AMOLED |
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| Resolution (largest) | 390 x 390 |
| Always-on display | Yes |
Health & Fitness Sensors
| Optical heart rate | Yes |
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| ECG | No |
| Blood oxygen | Yes |
| GPS | Built-in GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou) |
| Dual-frequency GPS | No |
Battery Life
| Rated battery lifeManufacturer rating, typical use | 11 days |
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Smart Features & Connectivity
| Storage | 8 GB |
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| Cellular option | No |
| Contactless payments | Yes |
| Phone compatibility | iPhone and Android |
| Software | Garmin proprietary |
Design & Durability
| Case size (largest) | 42 mm |
|---|---|
| Available sizes | 42 mm |
| Water resistance | 50 m |
| Case material | Fiber-reinforced polymer, aluminum bezel |
| Thickness | 0.43 in |
Price
| Launch price | $300 |
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How It Stacks Up in the Everyday Smartwatch Class
Its rated battery life figure is 154% above what is average for its class. On water resistance, the Garmin Vivoactive 6 lands in the middle of the pack. Its storage figure is 325% below what is average for its class.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Garmin Vivoactive 6 released?
Our records list April 4, 2025 as the release date of the Garmin Vivoactive 6.
How much did the Garmin Vivoactive 6 cost at launch?
The Garmin Vivoactive 6 started at $300 at launch. That figure is as of April 2025, and retail prices may have changed since.
What does the Garmin Vivoactive 6 compete with?
The main alternatives to the Garmin Vivoactive 6 are Pixel Watch 4, Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Series 11 and Garmin Vivoactive 5.