Google Pixel Watch Intro

Well, it's here folks! Technically, not yet, but we do have all the data on the new Google Pixel Watch. Scratch that — the first Pixel Watch ever! Google has just announced the wearable alongside its new Pixel 7 phones.

So, what's it all about? The Pixel phones try to be the iPhones of Android, will the Pixel Watch be able to become the Apple Watch of Android? Tough task, especially considering how popular Samsung's Galaxy Watches are.


Well, let's break it down bit by bit. See what the Pixel Watch has to offer and develop some sort of... initial understanding of what the Google Pixel Watch is going to be good for.

What’s special about the Pixel Watch?

  • Round pebble design, looks minimalistic and stylish
  • WearOS developed in partnership with Samsung (has Tizen DNA)
  • Should work seamlessly with Pixel phones

Table of Contents:

  • Specs
  • Design
  • Software & features
  • Battery
  • Hardware
  • Connection
  • Competitors
  • Conclusion

Google Pixel Watch - what's in the box?

Typically, we are critical of today's smartphones that launch without a wallcharger in the box. However, it has been customary for smartwatches to not have one forever now. The Pixel Watch will come with the watch, band, and USB C charging puck in the box. Everything you need to get started.

Google Pixel Watch Specs


The rumor mill was pretty generous leading up to the Pixel Watch release, letting us know what the specs of the device would be well before the official announcement. The biggest mystery here is the Exynos 9110 SoC — the processor that powered the 2018 Galaxy Watch up to the 2020 Galaxy Watch 3. It was also found in the Galaxy Watch Active and Active 2 along the way.


Smartwatch operating systems are not super-demanding, so it's not a huge deal if the device sticks with an old processor — the Apple Watch Series 8 still hums with the same chip that powers the Watch Series 6.

However, it seems that the Exynos 9110 may be nearing its limit, as Google found the need to expand it with an additional Cortex M33 co-processor. We are plenty sure that it will run smoothly right now... but we wonder how it will do a couple of years from now.


A very clean, pretty look, with a spherical pebble look. Yes, you will see a lot of comparisons to the Apple Watch — that exposed, curved glass on top is not something you see on many watches or even smart watches. It's a delicate build that looks lovely, minimalistic, and clean, but definitely puts your screen glass in harms way more often than it should. In any case, that top is covered by Gorilla Glass 5 for enhanced shatter and scratch resistance.

A very nice-looking crown button is placed on one side, obviously to enhance navigation across the Watch OS UI.

Interestingly enough, the Google Pixel Watch does not come in multiple sizes. There's only one — the 41 mm model. That's a bold choice — we guess Google finds it to be universal enough to fit multiple wrists. Though, it will decidedly look more like a fitness tracker when strapped over large wrists.


That said, at least we will have a choice of a few different color options — the Watch itself can be had in black, silver, or gold. But, at launch, Google is also dropping a wide variety of cool-looking bands to pick from! A total of 7 design options, each with multiple finishes