What's different about the new version of Pixel Watch?

While the Pixel Watch 4 includes all features currently available on other Google Pixel Watch series¹⁴, there are some differences about Pixel Watch 4 that you'll want to know:

Pixel Watch 4 features brand new hardware inside and out including a new first-of-its-kind domed Actua 360 Display—delivering 10% more screen active area and 15% smaller bezels, as well as a 50% brighter display (up to 3000 nits of brightness).18 Pixel Watch 4 delivers our longest battery life yet on a smartwatch: up to 40 hours (45mm) and 30 hours (41mm) with always on display enabled.15 It comes with a reimagined charging experience via a new side-mounted charging dock — meaning you’ll get 25% faster charge times than previous generations and you can charge from zero to 50% in 15 minutes or less.17 Pixel Watch 4 takes performance to the next level featuring an updated Qualcomm Snapdragon® W5 Gen 2 Wearable Platform paired with a next gen ML-powered Microprocessor – that is 25% faster at ½ the power. New and improved dual-frequency GPS, so you’ll get even more accurate route tracking for your outdoor hikes, runs, or walks. Unlock your fitness potential with the most advanced and comprehensive fitness experience powered by Fitbit. Get access to help from Gemini with just the raise of your wrist. The first standalone commercial smartwatch to support emergency satellite communications.19

Other differences between Pixel Watch series

	Pixel Watch	Pixel Watch 2	Pixel Watch 3	Pixel Watch 4
Safety Signal1	—
Fall Detection2
Emergency Sharing3	Wear OS 4 or later
Emergency SOS4
Medical Information	Wear OS 4 or later		Wear OS 5 or later
Safety Check5	Wear OS 4 or later
Making phone calls and SMS texts
Case material	80% Recycled Stainless Steel	100% Recycled Aluminum6	100% Recycled Aluminum6	100% Recycled Aluminum6
Battery life	Up to 24 hours7 (Always-on Display off)	Up to 24 hours (Always-on Display on)	Up to 24 hours (Always-on Display on) Up to 36 hours in Battery Saver Mode 20% faster charging (41mm) with compatible charger as Pixel Watch 2	Up to 30 hours (41mm) and 40 hours (45mm) with Always-on Display on15 Up to 48 hours (41mm) and 72 hours (45mm) in Battery Saver Mode15 25% faster charging.16 0- 80% in 25 minutes. (30 minutes for 45mm)17
Health and fitness features	Track steps, heart rate, sleep stages, and more	All the features available on the prior Pixel Watch and the new advanced health metrics: skin temperature tracking8 and cEDA (continuous electrodermal activity)	All the features available on the prior Pixel Watch and the new advanced health & fitness tracking8: Advanced running with workout builder, real-time on-wrist guidance, and advanced form metrics. Readiness, cardio load tracking, and Fitbit Morning Brief	All the features on the prior Pixel Watch and the new advanced health & fitness tracking: Retro Active Activity Recognition, Updated skin temperature sensor, improved sleep tracking and Dual-Frequency GPS
Other features14		Camera controls, Nest integration, Google TV Remote, and Call Screen	UWB Digital Car Key, Camera controls, Nest camera and doorbell11 with live streaming12, Google TV Remote12, Offline Google Maps and Recorder, and Call Screen & Ask to Hold	Raise to Talk, PASMO and Felica, Smart Replies, Auto bedtime mode controls, and Satellite SOS

Tip: Some features require Fitbit Premium.

_{1 Safety Signal: Not available on Pixel Watch 2 or 3 (Wi-Fi) or in all countries. Safety Signal requires location enabled and, in cases of emergency, provides Fitbit Premium subscribers without a 4G LTE watch line with access to a 4G LTE network for use of safety features only. When your watch is not connected to your phone, Safety Signal does not support Wi-Fi calling.}

_{2 Fall Detection: Fall Detection isn't available in all countries and depends on network connectivity and other factors. Your watch may not be reliable for emergency communications. Fall Detection may not detect all falls. To call emergency services on a Google Pixel Watch without 4G LTE, your paired phone must be nearby. Users must grant location permission for Fall Detection to share location externally. Data rates may apply. Go to g.co/pixelwatch/personalsafety for more details.}

_{3 Emergency Sharing: Data rates may apply. Emergency Sharing requires location enabled and 4G LTE service or an internet connection. Emergency Sharing is dependent upon network connectivity and other factors and may not be reliable for emergency communications or available in all countries or languages. Go to g.co/pixelwatch/personalsafety for more details.}

_{4 Emergency SOS is dependent upon network connectivity and other factors and may not be reliable for emergency communications or available in all countries or languages. The Wi-Fi version of Google Pixel Watch relies on your phone to call emergency services. This feature requires your phone to be nearby and connected through Bluetooth. Your watch can’t be used to speak with emergency services without the Bluetooth connection to your phone. Your Google Pixel Watch LTE doesn’t need a phone to call emergency services. However, it needs an active LTE connection on your watch to call emergency services. Go to g.co/pixelwatch/personalsafety for more details.}

_{5 Safety Check: Data rates may apply. Safety Check requires location enabled and 4G LTE service or an internet connection. Safety Check is dependent upon network connectivity and other factors and may not be reliable for emergency communications or available in all countries or languages. Go to g.co/pixelwatch/personalsafety for more details.}

_{6 Recycled aluminum is at least 3% of product based on weight.}

_{7 Maximum battery life is approximate and is based on testing conducted in California in 2024 on pre-production hardware and software, using default settings with a median Pixel user battery usage profile across a mix of talk, data, standby, and use of other features, or for “up to 36 hours”, the use of features that are default in Battery Saver mode. Battery life depends on features enabled, usage, environment and many other factors. Use of certain features will decrease battery life. Actual battery life may be lower.}

_{8 Requires Fitbit mobile app. Not available in all countries.}

<sub>9 Google apps and services are subject to change and are not available in all countries or languages.
10 US only. Call Screen requires Pixel 6 or newer Pixel phone (sold separately). Call Screen may not detect all robocalls and spam calls. Not available in all countries or languages, and may be in English only. For more information, see g.co/help/callscreen. Google Assistant and some related features are not available in all languages. Data rates may apply.

11 Only available on Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery), Nest Cam with floodlight, Nest Cam (indoor, wired, 2nd gen), Nest Doorbell (battery), Nest Doorbell (wired, 2nd gen), and 1st gen Nest Cams that have been transferred to the Home app.

12 Some features, including mobile and browser notifications, remote control, video streaming and video recording, require working internet and Wi-Fi.

13 Some Google apps and services require a paired phone within Bluetooth range of your device and are not available in all countries or languages.

14 Works with most phones running on Android 10.0 or newer. Requires Google Account, Google Pixel Watch app, and internet access. Some features require a Fitbit mobile app and/or paid subscription. Google apps and services and Fitbit Premium content and features are subject to change and are not available in all countries or languages. Google Pixel Watch is not compatible with Android (Go edition). See g.co/pixelwatch/specs for technical and device specifications</sub>

_{15 Maximum battery life is approximate and is based on testing conducted in California in 2025 on pre-production hardware and software, using default settings with a median Pixel user battery usage profile across a mix of talk, data, standby, and use of other features that are default in Battery Saver mode. Battery life depends on features enabled, usage, environment and many other factors. Use of certain features will decrease battery life. Actual battery life may be lower. Over time, Pixel software will manage battery performance to help maintain battery health as your battery ages. See g.co/pixelwatch/batteryhealth for more information on battery life.}

_{16 Compared to Pixel Watch 3}

_{17 Compared to previous generation Pixel Watch chargers (Google Pixel Watch (2 & 3) USB-C® Fast Charging Cable and Google Pixel Watch USB-C® Magnetic Charging Cable). Charging speed based on use of in-box USB-C® Quick Charge Dock with 30W adapter (sold separately) plugged into a wall outlet. Actual results may be slower. Charging speed based on testing with fully drained device batteries. Charging testing conducted in California in 2025 on pre-production hardware and software using default settings with the device powered on. Charging speed depends upon many factors including battery age and ambient temperature.}

_{18 First-of-its-kind Actua 360 Domed Display is based on an internal analysis of commercially available smartwatches as of June 2025.}

_{19 Pixel Watch Satellite SOS may not be available in all countries, regions, or circumstances. It is included at no additional charge for 2 years after activation. Your device, location and contact info may be shared with Google, emergency service and satellite service providers.}